Location: Pays de la Loire, SartheWebsite Address: www.anglinglines.com/docs/ourvenues/lakes/oldoaksDescription: Old Oaks is a 34 year old virgin gravel pit of around 5 acres, situated just opposite Laroussi, around 3 hours from Caen. It had never been fished before 2006, being left wild and undisturbed since it was dug. A delightfully pretty little water it will comfortably accommodate 5 anglers and will accept single bookings... or you can book it exclusively just for your party.

Fishing is from one bank and is certainly exciting with a host of features including, plateaus, weed beds, gullies and overhanging vegetation that just scream ‘carp’. Vehicle access is possible along all of the fishing bank.

In the past Poisson Chat have been a nuisance in the summer months (mainly June & July) but they were hardly present at all in the 2009 season. Just go prepared in case they do make an appearance

Stock: The Lake does hold a significant number of original fish. These carp are mostly very dark mirrors, averaging around 25lb in weight, as well as a few smaller commons.

Additional fish were added in November 2005. This was followed by more stockings in early 2006. Each time only top quality fish were introduced - all handpicked by Mehdi. As the catch reports show the stock levels are very good - there's certainly no shortage of fish.

Take a look at the catch returns and you’ll see that Old Oaks delivers a lot of 30’s... and we know of at least 4 different forties; a 43lb mirror , 40lb 6oz mirror , 42lb mirror and an immaculate 41lb common.

Plastic corn above a bed of hemp and partiblend has proved to be a very effective method and a baitboat gives you a great advantage.

Fish Stocked: Carp{rokcomments}

Location: Situated in a beautiful part of Normandy, only 2½ hours from Le Havre and 1½ hours from Caen.

Website: www.lelacstmichel.com

Description: Carp breeding fish farm never seriously fished. Acquired November 2002; now taking bookings for 2007. Very heavily stocked with first class Mirror, Common and Grass carp up to and including 40 pounds in weight. Owned and run by an English couple with lifelong fishing experience

Excellent accommodation if required - half board, full board or self catering. No more than two rods per angler. A third rod may be used at the discretion of the owner at a fixed charge in relation to the number of anglers that week. No rods to be left unattended at any time.

Fish Stocked: Carp{rokcomments}

Website Address: www.etangsdebreton.co.uk

Location: Of five lovely carp and catfish lakes on a very private estate in north-west France. Collectively known as Etangs De Breton-

Description: The lakes contain an excellent head of both common, leather and mirror carp. These include carp to well over 40lb, with many 20lb and 30lb specimens. The lakes contain Wels’ catfish to 120lbs plus. The catfish are very powerful and will put up a fight which is second-to-none, so please bring your heavy tackle if you are targeting these. The aim is to provide interesting big carp and cat fishing on five beautiful small lakes set in very private tranquil surroundings.

The Lakes: Poplars Lake and Birch Lake are both now well-established with UK anglers, many of whom return to the lakes year after year. Both Poplars and Birch can be booked exclusively for up to three anglers with non-fishing guests going free. Two of the lakes - Eagle Lake and Peter's Pool - are now only available exclusively to single parties of up to four anglers who have both lakes to fish! Orchard Lake is absolutely georgeous and has it's own private lakeside chalet accommodation suitable for two carp anglers, a fishing couple or the small family.All the lakes are classic English-style estate lakes, and are all stream-fed and rich in natural food. Although all the lakes are close together you cannot see one lake from the other. This is an excellent feature. Once you set-up, you and your party has total privacy, and you are free to come and go as you please. The five lakes lie in tranquil and very private woodland surroundings set in rolling French countryside. The estate is entirely enclosed by fencing and secure gates, and the acres of woods and mature trees which surround the lakes provide complete seclusion and quiet.The property lies off a quiet back road; there is no noise other than the resident wildlife, which includes red squirrels, kingfishers, ducks, deer and birds of prey.

Although off the beaten track, you are less than five minutes drive from the nearest village, with its traditional French shops, supermarkets and bars. The nearby village also boasts a clean inland beach for swimming and sunbathing. There are lots of things to do and see in the area, and the Brittany coast is just over an hours drive away.The major city of Laval and the historic medieval town of Vitre are just fifteen minutes away. Laval is noted for its large hypermarkets and shopping facilities. It also has one of the best carp tackle shops in north-west France! Enjoy this site and contact me via email for more information if required!

Facilities: Boats - All lakes are equipped with a small boat for each parties exclusive use (1 boat for Eagle Lake & Peter's Pool) Although boats are not really necessary as you can walk around to bait-up each swim, you can use the boat for baiting up or for rowing the rigs out if you wish.Bait boats are welcome at Etangs De Breton. Chargers can be plugged into the mains in the mobile homes(s)

Unhooking Mats - Each swim will be equipped with a large unhooking mat which should be used. This also saves space as it will not be necessary to take your own

Toilets - There is an English flush toilet on each site.

Shower - washing facilities - Each lake has its own shower. The shower at Birch is in the outbuilding whilst on Poplars it is in the mobile home. On Eagle & Peter's this in the chalet.

Drinking Water/Water - Although there is running water on site, we do not recommend you drink it. Please bring your own drinking water. Drinking water can also be purchased locally from all supermarkets in 5 litre containers for under a Euro (64p).

Storage Space/Fridge - Each lake has a fridge freezer/bait freezer. Barbecue Equipment  Each lake has its own barbecue and furniture. Car Park - All cars must be parked in the designated car parks.

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Location: Pays de la Loire, Mayenne

Website: http://www.anglinglines.com/docs/ourvenues/lakes/margot/Description: Margot has definitely become established as one of the premiere big fish waters in France - its combination of rural tranquillity and truly awesome stock of very large carp make it a very popular destination for specimen anglers. Situated in a rural and agricultural landscape, Margot is around 12 acres in size and within 2.5 hours drive from the port of Caen. It is possible to book the lake exclusively

Lake: 12 acres in size, Margot has 8 pegs for a maximum of 8 anglers It’s a relatively shallow lake ( 2 to 8 feet ) with a clay/fine silt bottom. The maximum distance you probably need to cast is just under 100 yards but most fish get caught within 30 yards of the bank. There are three boats on site which are available for your use.

Stock: Margot is owned by one of France’s most respected fish farmers, Michel Bigot... so as you can imagine the carp stocks are awesome. Put quite simply he has readily available what most lakes just cannot get their hands on – an almost limitless supply of big carp.

The current stock is over 400 carp up to 66lb. At least 100 fish are over the 30lb barrier and around 30 over 40lb. The current record is an awesome common carp that weighs in at 66lb. The Koi carp go to 36lb and the grass carp to 45lb+. The current sturgeon record is 67lb.

Because he is a fish farmer Michel regularly adds new stock and he did just this on the 24th of February 2009.

In total 70 large carp to 49lb and four Koi were introduced to this prolific venue. The vast majority of the carp were in the high 20’s to low 30’s with the jewel in the crown being a magnificent 49lb common, what a superb fish!! So now there are two very large commons in this famous lake including the lake record of 66lb. Quite a target to go for!

Facilities: There is cabin on the bankside for the use of anglers which includes eating area, full kitchen facilities, English style toilet & shower.  There are also BBQ facilities outside.  Mini markets are within 2 minutes of the lake and hypermarkets 10 minutes away{rokcomments}

Website Address: www.anglinglines.com/docs/ourvenues/lakes/laroussi/index.php

Description: In 2005 Laroussi burst onto the big fish scene with a bang...the catches were simply stunning. For example, over seven days in April 2005 six different 50lb+ fish were caught - exceptional fishing which made headlines in most of the Carp Press. Well 2006, 2007 & 2008 was no different and the fantastic catch reports kept rolling in.

The lake is a 34 year old virgin gravel pit set in the heart of the beautiful Pays de la Loire countryside. It lies close to Le Mans, famous for the legendary 24 hour motor racing circuit, and is within 3 hour’s drive from the ferry at Caen.

Lake: Laroussi is a mature, natural looking lake of around 15 acres with many interesting features including plateaus, overhanging trees, lily pads, shallows and gullies up to 5m deep. The average depth is around 3m, with a gravel, sand and clay bottom and there are no crayfish or poisson-chats present. There are 7 swims (some doubles) for a maximum of 8 anglers - giving each one over one acre of lake to themselves! It is possible to book the lake exclusively. All the swims are easily accessible and comfortable. The lake is fenced and tree lined making it totally private - it has been left as natural as possible giving a real feel of seclusion.

Stock: Laroussi was not open to the public in the first 33 years it existed, giving the original stock fish plenty of time to mature - it now offers exceptional big carp fishing. Most of the carp are between 30lb and 40lb, with more than 30 different forties, 13 different fifties, 3 sixties of 61lb, 64lb, 65lb and a huge 75lb 2oz, the current lake record.{rokcomments}

Location: Situated in the Mayenne region, near Laval, in the lush agricultural countryside of rural north western France, it is about 2.5 hours from the ferry port of Caen

Website: http://www.bigotlakes.co.uk/commons

Description:  He’s replicated Morganes as closely as possible – a lake you book exclusively for up to 6 anglers, complete with mobile home accommodation and stuffed full of large, pristine carp. Morganes is virtually booked out 12 months in advance so we had no reason to suspect that Commons would not be the same... and so it’s proved.

Lake: Around 3 acres in size the lake is roughly square in shape. Overall depth is fairly shallow with an average of 1.5m to the left, shallowing up to around 1m on the right hand side. The lake bed while silty is fairly firm and clear. There are no snags or weed beds, but the far and right hand margins have over hanging trees that act as good holding areas for the carp. Access is possible to the mobile home by car and on foot all around the venue. The right hand side is flanked by fields and fishing is not possible from this bank.

Stock: Like its sister lakes, Morganes & Margot, Commons Lake is owned by one of France’s largest fish farmers, Michel Bigot, so the fish stocks are excellent. As its names suggests, the stock consist of 80% common carp and these include several 40lb+ specimens – a relative rarity in most lakes. The majority of the carp are twenties and thirties and there are a number of 40lb+ mirrors too. Catches of 60+ fish in the week are common... and 100+ not unknown!

Other species include around 15 catfish to nearly 60lb, several of which are the rare Mandarin variety. There’s also a large diamond backed sturgeon of around 55lb. In total the stock numbers over 120 fish, ensuring excellent action as well as the possibility of banking a few superb specimens.

Facilities:  When you book this lake you get full use of the mobile home which sits right at the water’s edge. It has a fully fitted kitchen (with fridge freezer, cooker and oven), shower and toilet with hot water. There’s one double bedroom and one bedroom suitable for children with two bunk style beds. The living room sofas also double as single beds for two people. The living area has both UK and French wall sockets installed. This is basic accommodation – if you take partners and they’re looking for a bit of luxury they would be disappointed – but as a shelter and cooking station for anglers it’s perfect!

Outside the mobile home is decking and a shelter with garden furniture that provides a perfect social areas while fishing the near bank.{rokcomments}

Location: Pays de la Loire, SartheWebsite: www.loirefishing.comDescription: Le Poire's lake was stocked with over 250lbs of carp in 2004, to add to the already impressive stock. No fishing permit is required to fish at Le Poire, but you will need one if you wish to fish off site. With almost 2 acres to fish, you won't have any trouble finding a peg on Le Poire Blanc's spring fed private lake.Fish Stocked: Carp{rokcomments}

Location: Situated in beautiful rural countryside La Petite Martiniere can be found in North West France in the Pays de la Loire, region 53 Mayenne, close to the borders of Brittany and Normandy. There is easy access from / to all the major ports via the excellent road network both toll or free (you choose), you’ll find the driving far more relaxed and pleasurable than the cut and thrust of the UK. Calais is a 5hr motorway journey, whilst the nearest port of Caen is less than a 2 hr trip with various others in between.

Website: www.carpfishingmayenne.com

Description: The area surrounding us is agricultural, with cows, sheep and horses grazing in nearby fields, and in season crops of Maize, Barley etc. an interesting fact of our area is that there are more cows than people; we have no immediate neighbours, no noisy main road close by, the gently rolling landscape is perfect for walking or cycling with our local village only 2 kms away, there you will find 2 boulangeries, a small supermarket, 2 banks, a bar / restaurant, a bar / tabac, doctors, pharmacy, pizzeria and hairdressers. The nearest town is Ernee (8kms.) which has large supermarkets, garages and a wide variety of other shops and services including a chocolate factory (with shop). Mayenne town is only 13Km boasting chateau, masses of shops and restaurants providing all you may need. With your booking confirmation we will include comprehensive directions including sat-nav codes to ensure a stress free journey to us.

 2010 sees the first year that the lake is available to the general public; previously it has been for the exclusive enjoyment of friends and family, the fish have been sourced and stocked with quality, rather than size or quantity as the deciding factor, although the Carp do go to 40lbs and Tench to 9lbs, along with size the stocking levels are generous to help with your catch rate, also the facilities have been built to a quality standard rather than price, so you will not be disappointed.

As with most French towns and villages they have weekly markets where you can find a variety of goods including locally grown produce. Further away (20 mins) you will find the city of Fougères home to the largest medieval castle in France, with the famous Mont St Michel, Normandy beaches etc. only a short distance further, or in the opposite direction Le Mans, Vitre, Saumur etc. are all within easy reach.

 Before 2010 the lake had never been used as a commercial fishery, indeed it was originally constructed as an irrigation water source and source of food (they still eat Carp in France) for the then horticultural owners. It is a total of one and one half acres in size, with depths between 50cm and 180cm with the average depth around 140cm, it is spring fed at three separate points, allowing legal night fishing. There are 5 swims 2 of which are platforms and 3 hard standing, with the opportunity to set up from the banks in other areas, there is space on 2 of the hard swims for a double bivvy and the other hard swim will house a single bivvy. 

 Stock: In the winter of 2008 we stocked 13 Carp between 25 and 30lb, 20 Carp between 15 to 20lb, and 28 from 10 to 15lb, 12 Tench from 5 to 9lb, there are also Catfish to 30lb, a few Pike, Perch, Zander, Crucian Carp and Roach along with the Carp already in the water. In November 2009 we completed a partial drain down and netted the water to remove the bulk of smaller fish and most of the cats, at the same time we cleared tree roots and other possible snags from the margin areas. December 2009 saw a further stocking of 15 Carp between 30 to 40lbs and 25 between 10 to 15lbs.

 You will find peace and tranquillity here as you enjoy your fishing, only sharing it with the local wildlife; which include resident red squirrel, Kingfisher and massive Buzzards that cruise effortlessly overhead on the warm thermals.

 Facilities: We offer exclusive use of our venue for a maximum of 3 anglers to include the use of our cabin, the chance to catch excellent condition fish from our carefully managed lake whilst enjoying the exclusive use of the facilities provided. If you (or partner) don’t wish to spend all of your time fishing there is plenty to do and see in the area. We live on site and are happy to help or offer advice, whether it is fishing related or not.

 Booking: Via their website{rokcomments}

Website Address: http://www.essexanglingholidays.com/holidays.php?location=Ghost%20Carp%20LakeFish Stocked: Carp, Tench, Roach, Perch{rokcomments}

Location: This exclusive holiday venue is situated in the Mayenne region of France. Our village, Bouchamps Les Craon is five hours drive from Calais, two hours from St Malo and four hours from La Harve, and just five minutes from the town of Craon

Website Address: www.willowlakefrance.co.ukDescription: Are you looking for a French inspired holiday, combined with pleasing the family and fitting in your passion for angling? Well look no further. Our recently renovated ancient longere with its own two acre carp lake set in eight acres of French pastures is ideally suited for families and small parties looking to achieve this.

The Lake: Two acres in size, set in eight acres of meadow, damned at one end the lake is fed by many underground springs. It is lined with Willows, Silver Birch, various shrubs and Iris Reeds. At the damn end the depth is about ten feet, going back to four feet at the house end. The far bank is meadow with Iris Reeds along the margins.There are four swims on the lake, all being on the near bank. The lake bed is made up of gravel and sand and a little silt at the shallow end. The lake was de-silted in 2002 when 8000 tons of silt was removed. There is a small patch of lilies in the middle of the lake. All the swims are gravel based for your comfort.

The lake is virtually snag free, but we recommend a minimum of 12lb breaking strain line. The fishery is suited for 3 anglers, each with a three rod set up.We stock Nutrabaits 'Trigga', and a selection Dynamite Baits product, also pellets and seeds which can be pre-ordered. There is a small rowing boat available for your use if you require it. (use at your own risk).

No permits are required and night fishing is permitted.

Stock: When the lake was drained in the Spring of 2002 the fish stock was mainly small fish of various species. These were removed and given to the local fish farmer. Once the lake was de-silted and limed the sluice gate closed, the lake quickly filled.

Then, in the Winter of 2002, the lake was stocked with forty-five carp between 16lb - 28lb and five carp of 29lb - 33lb. In December 2003 we added a further 39 carp to 28lbs (17 x 20-28lbs and 13 x 17-20lbs) plus 9 Grass carp to 25lbs, and some pike.The total stock is over 80 fish. The average weight of stock now being 20lbs+. These have been fed on carp pellets throughout the Winter months.

In Febraury 2005 we added 2 Mirrors of 42lbs and 44lbs and 6 fish of 35lbs - 38lbs to compliment the existing stock, also 15 Catfish between 10lbs - 15lbs and two of 30lbs, one of these larger Cats was caught during a netting sesion in the winter of 2006, and weighed 49lbs! We also removed over 1 ton of small carp. 2007 has seen some very good catches so far and 2008/9 is looking even better!! {rokcomments}

Location: Western Loire, Mayenne, Dept 53

Website: www.windmilllakes.co.uk

Description: If you like to combine your carp fishing with trying for monster catfish then take a good look at the Windmill complex. There are two lakes, are around 4 acres, one full of specimen carp and the other offering some serious Cat fishing. You can book the whole complex to yourselves (maximum 7 anglers) and fish whichever lake you like… but we also accept individual bookings if you want to specify the lake you’d prefer to fish.

 Lake: The lakes are extremely attractive, surrounded by a plantation of poplar trees giving a feeling of total seclusion. The Carp lake has an island and is made up of secluded bays around the perimeter. There are no designated pegs and you can bivvy up wherever you like. It has overhanging trees and reed lined margins with lily pads in several areas.

 Stock: There are around 120 mirrors and commons to 43lb+, plus 22 grass carp to 41lb. The Cat Lake also has a long island with plenty of overhanging trees giving good cover. The cats go to 80lb+ and there’s also a good head of carp of all sizes up to 35lb… so don’t neglect this lake if you’re after the carp.

 Facilities: If you hire the venue exclusively you also get the use of a lovely lakeside cabin sited just 15m from the Carp Lake. It offers first class accommodation consisting of 3 beds (one of which is a small double), a kitchen area with sink, gas hob, fridge, dining table and chairs. It has 12 volt battery powered lighting. Additional facilities include a high quality shower and toilet next to the main house and there’s a boat on site which can be hired.

A real feature of this venue is the optional food package. Sue’s cooking always receives rave reviews – checkout the feedback on the website and you’ll see what we mean. Carp Lake, Cat Lake, lakeside accommodation and excellent food – the complete package!

 Booking information: Please contact Dave or Sue, their contact details are on their website.{rokcomments}

Location:  Mayenne region 53 Pays De Loire.

Website: www.lesburons.com

Description:  The proud proprietors of Les Burons are Robin and Linda and will always be on hand to offer advice and support if required. Situated within easy driving distance of Caen, Cherbourg Le Harve & Calais ferry ports.  Les Burons boasts nine acres of blissful peace and tranquillity, the ideal surroundings for your fishing. The lake was introduced to the property in 1938 and boasts an area in excess of 4 acres, ranging in depth from approximately 3 feet at one end up to 9 feet at the other.

 Facilities: On site is a mobile home with shower & cooking facilities, with 4 lakeside cabins situated around the lake with bed chairs.

 Stock: Around 150 to 180 carp up to 45lb (mirrors commons & grass carp ) also sturgeon pike tench perch  zander & roach.

 Booking & more information you can visit our website

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Location: Western Loire (loire atlantique) area 44

Website:  http://www.fishing-loire.co.uk/

Description: The Lake is 5 acres with 6 swims, with a path going all the way around it. It is part gravel bottomed with underwater features, islands, trees and lily pads to make an appealing environment for the fish. The fish are regularly fed so are growing well and are used to feeding. The nearest airport is Nantes or Rennes. We can arrange to collect you and drop you off at the airport for a small additional charge. The nearest ferry port is St Malo, followed by a 1.5 hour drive to the lake. Other ports within driving distance are: Caen - 3 hours (max), Cherbourg - 3.5 hours, Roscoff - 4.5 hours and Calais - 5.5 hours (Price £600 - £725 total Exclusivity per week)

Facilities: For the fishing widow who doesn’t want to bivvy up or for a relaxing family holiday, we have a very comfortable, well laid out mobile home which sleeps 4 with 2 bedrooms 1 double and 1 twin. It has a shower room, toilet, cooker and hob, microwave, CD player, books, TV and DVD player - all the home comforts you need for a great holiday. The caravan sleeps 2 and also has kitchen facilities. The bait cabin has bait preparation facilities, fridge/freezer, shower, toilet so you can keep all the messy fishing gear outside of your accommodation.

Stock:. Fish include Common, Mirror, Grass Wild Carp up to 44lb with plenty of doubles, 20`s, 30`s and at least 4 over40 (over 200 fish double figures) 4 sturgeon only, Black Bass, and a few small Pike (NO POISSON CHAT OR CRAY FISH){rokcomments}

Website: www.frenchcarpandcats.com

Description: Beausoleil is a quiet, beautifully secluded exclusive use lake set in the Bretagne region of northwest France. It is about 1 hour 30 minutes drive from the port of St Malo. Close by are the historic towns of Laval and Vitre and everything else that the region of Brittany has to offer. If you fancy a break from fishing there is plenty to see in the surrounding area, it also boasts a wealth of lakes and rivers amongst natural forests and valleys.

Fishery has a mature 4 acre estate-type lake set in six acres of beautifully managed grounds. There is a fantastic variety of wildlife, including kingfishers, wrens and red squirrels which abound on the island, and around the lake itself. The lake has depths ranging from 2 - 6 feet; the shallows are spanned by a wooden footbridge to the shady tree-covered island. The lake is a tree-lined brimming with large carp and catfish, as well as many specimen coarse fish. Amongst the mature trees are seven clearly marked out swims giving ample room to set up their bivvies. The home swim and the double swim have large A Frame picnic tables. There is a new rowing boat onsite for you to use (if you bring your own life jacket).

Stock: This fishery boasts an impressive stocking of Carp up to 45lb and 50 plus Catfish to over 80lbs. In addition there are grass carp to 35lbs, and 4 sturgeons to 25lb.

Facilities: There is a clean backside property exclusive to you and your party (maximum of 4 people/anglers per week). This includes two twin bedrooms, a new bathroom, lounge/diner and a new fully equipped kitchen with all the usual fittings. The house is well equipped, and heated, with no need for you to bring anything (except towels). For the evenings there is an English TV, DVD player, video, hi-fi and plenty of books and magazines. There is a bait freezer, storage area and washing machine in a separate room. Outside there is a bar-b-q and a garden table and chairs with parasol.

Booking information: For more information or to book please go to our web site www.frenchcarpandcats.com

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Location: Exclusive fishing in the Mayenne, Northern France

Website: http://www.la-ridelee.co.uk

Description:Etang La Ridelee is situated in the Mayenne region of Northern France and is a beautiful and tranquil private 40 year old, 5 acre fishing lake, with its own private log cabin accommodating upto 4 people. It has shower and toilet facilities, Fridge, Freezer, Satellite TV and kitchen facilities.

If you are looking for a low cost, self catering, quality fishing holiday in France on a "Runs" type water, then why not stay at Etang La Ridelee?

It is ideal for both experienced and novice anglers, while our facilities make it an excellent choice for small groups, as well as catering for the individual angler.

Stock:  Current stock of Fish include Carp to 39lb, Crucians to 5lb, Zander to 18lb, Catfish to 16lb, and Tench, Bream, Roach, Rudd, Pike and Perch to unknown weights. An additional 152 double figure Carp up to 39lb have been introduced over the last 24 months.

Facilities: Exclusive use of our private fishing lake and grounds totaling 7 acres for up to 4 anglers.

Log cabin for self catering accommodation, which sleeps upto 4 with Shower room, Kitchen, Satellite TV, DVD player, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Cooking facilities.

Booking information:Booking Info{rokcomments}

Location: Located between Mayenne and Alencon

Website: http://www.fcmholidays.com/

Description:A beautiful holiday park for the family in the heart of France.

There are three lakes on the park and all three are well stocked with fish. The main lake is approx three acres in size although a little harder to fish than the other two if you set your stall up right be it for the big one or bag up a good days fishing is there to be enjoyed. The main lake has its own fishing platforms to fish from and they circle a small island.

The two small lakes are very active making them ideal for beginners or children. These lakes are surrounded by trees and hedges with picnic areas. Although the sun still shines on the two lakes there are some nice shaded areas which can be a relief from the heat at the height of the season.

We have a selection of tackle and bait for sale and rods/reels etc. can be hired for the day.

Stock:Common,mirror,grass and crucian carp, bream, roach, perch, pike

Facilities:There are a number of facilities to enjoy ensuring there is something for all ages,. Swimming, fishing, mini golf, adventure playground, pony rides, French boule, and beautiful walks around the lakes.

There is a restaurant/clubhouse with food and drinks,darts,pool table, cable TV and outside BBQ garden. We also have a function hall ideal for group booking for meetings or private parties. When booking the hall we also include the Beergarden and BBQ area.

The Mini Golf course is set beside the Cafe/Bar and the Swimming Pool and offers an excellent opportunity for an Anglo French Challenge,. the animation on the left features your possible French opponents...

The swimming pool is always within sight of our outdoor seating area to allow to to keep a close watch on the children. It is also located close to the Cafe/Bar where they can top up with liquids on those long hot summer days,.. The Cafe also stocks a selection of English products known to the children to make them a little more comfortable.{rokcomments}

Location: Viré en Champagne, Sarthe in North West France

Website: http://www.rusheslake.com

Description:

A 10 acre lake set in 17 acres of land. Bordered by a wood on one side the lake varies in depth from 3 ft - 10ft at the dam end. The lake is over 400 years old and benefits from natural swims... of which there are seven with large grassy banks ideal for 'bivvying'. The lake is mainly silt with a small number of gravel areas. The lake is virtually 'weed-free', and is a carpers paradise.

Iain & Kim, the English owners, live in the house on the dam wall and are 'on hand' 24/7 with advice, if you should so need. Kim provides a legendary food package, homecooked & in enormous portions which is served on the patio on the dam wall watching the sunset over the lake.... A truly awesome sight.

Stock:202 carp ranging from 18lbs - 46lbs were introduced in 2003, Royales, Dinks & the famous 'Margot' commons. Early 2005 a number of wels catfish were added & go in excess of 40lbs

Facilities:Newly furbished wet room/shower with english toilet.Large anglers relaxation room with English TV, sofa, wet weather dining facilities, fridge, bait freezer & English recharging points.Accomodation in a newly furbished twin bedded room with ensuite facilities (this is available for a small surcharge)

Booking information:For the current list of prices go to http://www.rusheslake.com/{rokcomments}