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Website Address: www.willowlodgefishery.co.uk

Description: Willow Lodge offers fishing in France for Carp, Catfish and Coarse Fish. The Venue has been set up to cater for families with children or fishermen requiring more comfort than just a bivvy. Willow Lodge is located between the towns of Parthenay and Poitiers in the Poitou-Charentes area of France. Carp Fishing in France

Lake: The lake is between 4 and 5 acres and was originally dug in 1966 but re-shaping work was carried out in 2003. Depths vary from 3 foot to 9 foot. Over the last 3 years the lake has matured nicely, rushes, reeds and various bankside cover now border the lake although various attempts to plant lilly pads have failed as the fish love to rip them up !!!

The bottom is mainly flat but raised areas, stoney areas, silt, a couple of bars and a nicely shaped gulley give plenty of underwater features to find. There are also over hanging trees on the island to fish to and a spit that splits part of the lake towards the island, there is also a small back bay with an island that the fish like to visit for some peace and quiet !!!

There are 5 main bivvy swims which have solar lights to mark the waters edge, picnic benches and places to hang up unhooking mats.

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Website Address: www.lesgravelles.comEmail Address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Fish Stocked: Carp, Tench, Roach, Perch{rokcomments}

Website: http://www.lacdupelerin.com

Location : In the Deux-Sevres department (79) and Poitou-Charentes area. Our village is easily accessible from the Route Nationale and Poitiers is on a main auto route

Description: Nestles amongst our 83 acres of beautiful French countryside. Mature woodland and fields gives the carp angler and his family total seclusion. Our anglers have the chance to fish for quality carp in a spectacular location. Seeing the sunrise over the poplar trees and the first carp showing is breath-taking. Lac du Pèlerin has overhanging trees, reeds, irises and lots of wildlife - kingfishers, deer, eagles and waterfowl. Our top of the range chalet, with views over the lake, gives our carp anglers and their family the opportunity to experience a magical carp fishing holiday in France. The water takes 4 anglers very comfortably with a choice of swims. You can either choose to bivvy up on the grassy banks or take advantage of our accommodation. Choose either to fly on our package where tackle is included or drive down.

Lake Stock: The carp that inhabit the lake are stunning specimens, both mirrors and commons. The majority have starburst scales, incredible colouring and sturdy bodies. They are powerful fighters and you will enjoy the challenge of catching them. You may have the chance to catch your personal best carp at Lac du Pelerin. Our carp range between 20 and 40lbs. The potential catch for anglers is exciting.

The lake is accessible from all sides and there are grassy banks to bivvy up right on your rods & watch those lurking carp. The lake extends to a little over 5 acres of fishable water. The water quality is superb and the lake bed has a good natural food source - we even have swan mussels, just shows how rich and clean our water is! All this and enclosed by mature woodland - Brilliant!

The features extend over the complete lake - an island, with willow trees & reeds, a lake bottom with many humps & troughs and a small riverbed which gives a good source of blood worms, snails etc. The depths vary from 3ft to 12 ft which means the carpest can cover all eventualities with three rods. We are establishing a lily pad bed which will just enhance Lac du Pèlerin's beauty and give the resident dragonfly, frogs and damsels somewhere to explore, along with the mirrors & commons of course. To compliment the water chain at Lac du Pèlerin other species such as tench, roach and zander balance the natural cycle.

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Location: Pays de la Loire, SartheWebsite Address: www.lonewhale.comDescription: Etáng de Martine is over 30 years old with depths from 2.5 feet to over 9 feet. Created originally as a stock pond to produce carp as a food source and income for a farmer and his family. It was originally stocked with fast growing German carp, many of these fish still survive to weights in excess of 40lbs. The lake has recently been stocked with over a tonne of fish, commons, mirrors and linears to over 30lbs. All have never been caught before. Flat level banks all around mean access to all swims is easy. A rowing boat is available for use by anglers

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Location: Pays de la Loire, SartheWebsite Address: www.les-grand-champs.com

Description: Les Grand Champs is an approximately 50 year old, beautiful 18 acre mature gravel pit, situated in the middle of a well established wooded area. An amazing place to do some great carp fishing in France. The lake is situated on the border of Brittany and lower Normandy. On the lake there is a total of 20 swims and some of them are doubles, making your fishing in France trip an astonishing one. The woodland which is situated around the lake is around approximately 6 acres. When you arrive at the lake you will find useful facilities e.g. English toilets, showers and a freezer to store the fisherman's baits. Also onsite you will find bait, tackle and snack shop. There are mobile phone charging points. So if you fancy a carp fishing holiday in France why not check out Les Grand Champs, we have a gallery showing all our carp fish, catfish and fish caught at this fishing lake in France

Lake: The lake is an approximate 18 acre, 50 years old, mature gravel pit. The banks are tree lined and set on the edge of 6 acre wood. The site will include English toilets, showers and bait freezer for anglers use.

The lake has been virtually un-fished for the past 20 to 25 years according to locals, and also rumours of two 50lb Carp, but unconfirmed.

Best weight so far is 43.06lb mirror carp and numerous other 30lb plus fish. With a remainder being mainly 20lb plus. Grass carp to 38.8lb. There are Wells Catfish up to 42lbs. At least 9 different sturgeon to 34lb. When the lake open's, it will be the first year open for commercial operation{rokcomments}

Location:  Pays de la Loire, MayenneWebsite Address: www.anglinglines.com/docs/ourvenues/lakes/sauvelliere

Description: Sauvellière is a 3.5 acre lake set in the Mayenne countryside, less than 100 miles from the ferry at Caen. This venue is extremely private set in it's own fenced grounds in a tranquil and peaceful area of Normandy. Staying here really is like having your own carp lake in your own garden and is immediately inviting the moment you pass through the entrance gate. The lawns are beautifully kept with a mature trees and bankside vegetation – it’s a little piece of heaven!

The lake can comfortably fish up to 4 anglers and the on-site accommodation has room for four also. You can book the lake exclusive for your party (up to 4 anglers) but they also accept bookings from pairs of anglers who are happy to share the facilities. The venue is owned by an English couple, David and Chris Ayress, who live nearby and are very welcoming and friendly.

Lake: Sauvellière is a mature 3.5 acre lake surrounded by grassy banks and established trees, dammed at one end and with an island providing a natural haven for the carp at the chalet end. It is fed by a natural spring so the water quality is excellent. The lake shape is varied and interesting and 4 anglers will be able to fish comfortably without fear of impeding each other.

The depth of the lake varies, averaging 2 to 3m in the centre, down to less than 1m in the shallows by the island. David tells us that stalking carp in these areas can be very productive. The lake also holds tench, perch and trout as well as good head of roach and rudd.

Stock: As the venue has never been seriously carp fished it's difficult to ascertain the existing carp stocks, but fish of double figure to low twenties were deffinitely present, as was a good head of mixed coarse fish. The owner has undertaken a new stocking of larger carp, the first batch of which were introduced on the 15th December 2005 and consisted of 30 carp for an average weight of around 23lb.

7x 22lb; 3x 23lb; 3x 24lb; 2x 25lb; 6x 26lb; 1x 28lb; 1x 30.5lb; 1x 34lb; 1x 35lb

A further stocking took place on the 19th December 2005 when 12 carp, all over 20lb, were added to the lake. The owner did not finish there and a large 42lb mirror was stocked in January 2006.  Click here to see pictures.

In November 2006 the professional netsmen came to Sauvelliere to remove some of the unwanted small carp. This was followed in December 2006 by additional carp being added to supplement the existing stock. This consisted of 56 fish…. 4 x 33lb+ (largest 36lb), 20 x 26lb to 32lb & all the rest 22lb+. This short video clip shows the additional stock being introduced – following the carp from leaving the fish farm to entering their new home.Fish Stocked: Carp{rokcomments}

Location :  Pays de la Loire / 30 mins from Le ManWebsite Address: www.etangdeslandes.co.uk

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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}

No Website , This lake has closed down (information only will be deleted)Description: Etang de La Chaume is a 11 3/4 acre secluded private lake set in the heart of rural France about 6 hrs drive from Calais. Situated in the north of the Haute-Vienne 1 hours drive north of Limoges and 1 hours drive south-west of Poitiers. This is a newly available venue which has not been fished for many years as the property was previously owned, since 1979,by a french hunter and used for duck shooting. The lake is over a 150 years old with an overgrown island in the middle which provides a nice feature to cast to.Access to the island is restricted,at the moment, as it's used by the resident wild ducks for breeding. The lake will be drained and the fish stock checked in the winter of 2004 but I introduced 10 carp up to 33lbs in November2002, which should have put on weight, and there is a good head of fish already in the lake. I have placed orders for more carp of 40lbs+ and 50lbs+ and I am waiting to hear from the supplierFish Stocked: Carp, Tench, Roach, Perch{rokcomments}

Location: Limousin, Haute VienneWebsite Address: www.lakeheritage-saintpardoux.co.ukDescription: 

Lake Heritage is an English owned and run specimen Carp Lake set in the heart of the French countryside. It boosts a stunningly beautiful 17 acre Lake that requires no permits, has legal night fishing, and the use of three rods. All of the 15 posts on the lake give generous room, and we never fully book the lake ( 10 posts Maximum). Therefore, you will always have a choice of posts, and will never feel cramped. The majority of the posts are box sectioned and gravelled, as well as four of the posts being platformed, that have been beautifully constructed to give superb unhindered fishing access.

The Posts have been positioned to access the Lakes natural features, and the lake bed is blessed with a hard clay base which is weed free, and perfect for bait presentation. The lake has a superb stock, with at least 5 different 60lb plus carp, and a large head of 30lb, 40lb and 50lb mirrors and commons.

The lake is set in an Idyllic peaceful location, and beside the lake is the small village of St Pardoux, that has a bar, restaurant and café/bakery.

As well as the standard drive and survive package, we also can offer a rental package where by you can fly over to our local airport in Limoges. The package includes airport pick up and full rental equipment hire, and flights are available from around the UK to Limoges with Ryanair and Flybe. We have an on call 24 hour English bailiff, toilets and shower, and shop that we can provide you with any baits you require. 

In the last two years the running of the Lake has been taken over in full by myself, and at the same time a new bailiff appointed. Together we have worked hard to substantially improve the organisation, fishing posts, equipment, and facilities on the Lake.

Please take time to visit our Website and Facebook page, for more information 

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Location: Limousin, Haute Vienne

Website: http://www.chestnutlakefrance.com/

Description: Chestnut Lake is situated in a tiny hamlet in the heart of the Limousin region just 20 miles north of the city of Limoges, the Limousin capital. We have a total of 12 acres consisting of an ancient five and half acre lake surrounded by large lawns and a private woodland.

All of this could be yours to enjoy for a week or two with your family and friends or just a weekend break to get away from it all at home. There is just one price for the holiday with no hidden extras unless you request them! All the details are available at a click of a button on this web site so please feel free to have a search around and questions can be emailed to us or you can call using the details below

Lake: The Lake itself dates back to the seventeenth century and can be found on a map of that time – it may date back further but we are yet to discover any printed documents for this.

It is therefore a well established lake and for that reason we have tried our best not to change or disturb it. All the banks surrounding the lake are low and are therefore easy accessible for both catching and returning.

Facilities: Just behind the chalet there are laundry facilities and an extra freezer / fridge should you require this.

On the land we have built a children’s play area with a large wooden frame housing a tree cabin with a slide and swings . There is a wooden wendy house which has footballs , frisbees , bats , balls , skipping ropes and many more to amuse the the children or even some adults ! There is an 18FT diameter above ground swimming pool with steps to climb in surrounded by a decking area . There is a covered Table Tennis table and also a Badminton net , with all the rackets , bats and balls provided .

All of this is situated in front of the chalet so you can relax while the children play for hours.

By the home there is a bbq area with tables and chairs for those long summer days and nights or take a walk in the woods and through the paths we have cut away and watch the wildlife or just listen to the birds.{rokcomments}

Location: Limousin, Haute VienneWebsite Address: www.wallyswaterways.com

Description: The lake is stocked with some stunning carp including  mirrors, commons, grass, crucian and koi up to 40+lbs. Whatever else you do while you are here, take a look at thier Gallery with slideshows and photographs showing Anglers in action and their successes.

L’Etang Baudy has 11 purpose built swims (2 doubles) giving you a flat surface and plenty of room for a 2-man bivvy. There are plenty of features to fish too with islands, lily beds, plateaux and gullies. There are 24hr shower and toilet facilities on site as well as charging points.

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Location: Limousin, Haute VienneWebsite Address: http://www.frenchentree.com/france-limousin-fishing-holidays/

Description: Our two gites Gite “Talahof” which sleeps 4 and Gite “Hazel” which sleeps 6 are only a stones throw away from the our stunning and tranquil 5 acre lake, set in 18 acres of meadow land with our swimming pool close by. Both gites are comfortably furnished and come with all bed linen and towels included in the price. If you don’t want to cook, we can offer a full catering option.

In our 5 acre lake there are naturally occurring Rudd, Roach and Carp, stocked Tench, Perch, Black Bass to 4lb, and Pike.In January 2006 we added to the carp stock with carp up to 56lbs. By April 2006 one had been caught, a mirror, and already weighed in at 56lbs. We named him the “golden Haggis” and he’s waiting to be caught again.Main Pool.{rokcomments}

Website Address: http://www.lamaridele.com/site/index.cfm?act=home.tonen  (Dutch and French site only English coming)Email Address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Fish Stocked: Carp{rokcomments}

Location:  Limousin, Creuse

Website: http://www.fish-azat-chatenet.com/

Description: Set in its own secluded 12 acre parkland with a self-contained holiday cottage & camping facilities, the 4.5 acre spring fed lake is surrounded by beautiful countryside and forests. With opportunities to fish for a variety of species, this lake has a big head of different size fish so there will be plenty of action for all anglers.

Lake & Stock:  The stock consists of mainly Mirror Carp through to 46 lb, Common Carp that go from doubles to 30 lb with 15 Grass Carp from 20lb to 46 lb, 2 Leather Carp over 20 lb, 4 Silver Carp, which go from 53 lb to 70 lb, 22 Koi Carp from 10 lb to 22 lb, 6 Sturgeon from 15 lb to 28 lb The Catfish go to just over 100 lb with 25 fish of which 12 are over 50 lb. Boats, there are two rowing boats on the lake for anglers to share. Camping facilities have been fitted in a barn on site in a recent renovation to an excellent standard.

Facilities: There is a shower room, a separate toilet and washroom. A kitchen/diner with an electric cooker, microwave, fridge freezer and washing machine. There are two picnic tables by the lake for anglers to share. One between swims 1 and 2, the other between swims 5, 6 and 7. There is a small shop onsite where fishing baits and tackle can be purchased. Fishing tackle can be hired including bedchairs and bivvies. Rods and reels for carp and cat fishing are also available.Booking through their website above.{rokcomments}