Most of us first got hooked on fishing because of the unknown, that thrill of never quite knowing what might come next, but over time, that excitement can fade, especially with many fisheries stocking only a handful of species.
This guide rounds up some of our favourite waters where every bite has the potential to surprise you, and where you genuinely have no idea what fish might come along next…
Whitmore Fisheries, Preston, Lancashire
There are numerous lakes to choose from at Whitmore, with Lodge Pool reserved solely for pleasure anglers. Fish near the island or up in the water.
Contact: 01253 836224 Web: www.whitmorefisheries.co.uk
ENJOY GREAT SPORT ON THESE MIXED FISHERIES WITH THE BEST FISHING POLES.
Newhay Lakes, Selby, North Yorkshire
Gwen’s Lake is the match water at Newhay, and is filled with a range of species. Ideally suited to pole fishing, it responds well to natural baits.
Contact: 01757 638383 Web: www.newhaylakes.com
Lingmere Fishery, Birkenhead, Wirral
Both the Match and Pleasure Lake are filled with fish at this well-run complex. Alongside carp, you’ll find a great head of silvers here.
Contact: 0151 6777911 Web: www.lfg.areafish.com
Springvale Lakes, Newark, Nottinghamshire
Pick any lake you like on this superb complex and expect to catch all day. Keep it simple, fishing maggots at close range, and feed regularly.
Contact: 07720 581292 Web: www.springvalefishinglakes.co.uk
A WELL STOCKED MIXED FISHERY IS THE BEST PLACE TO START FISHING FOR BEGINNERS.
Barby Banks Fishery, Rugby, Northants
The Marshes lake holds lots of small fish, including carp, gudgeon, roach and skimmers. Fish a small expander pellet over micros for best results.
Contact: 07854 442438 Web: www.facebook.com/TheBanksFishery
Float Fish Farm, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Two Islands holds a great head of carp, but don’t neglect the silvers. Fish the short pole with maggots for quality roach, rudd and skimmers.
Contact: 07365 904040 Web: www.floatfishfarm.co.uk
Royal Berkshire Fisheries, Windsor, Berkshire
Lakes 2 and 3 hold lots of fish. Hard pellets fished to the islands and maggots over groundbait in the margins will soon bag you a netful of mixed species.
Contact: 07976 967976 Web: www.royalberkshirefishery.co.uk
THE BEST CARP FEEDER RODS WILL PERFORM WELL ON A MIXED FISHERY.
Cobbleacre Lakes, Norwich, Norfolk
Enjoy great sport at this scenic complex. Gianna’s Lake is ideal for pleasure anglers and home to a variety of species.
Contact: 01603 754305 Web: www.cobbleacre.co.uk
Southend Farm, Waltham Abbey, Essex
The silverfish sport at Southend Farm draws anglers from all over the south. Quality bream and roach are on offer, and natural baits are hard to beat.
Contact: 07854 404284 Web: www.facebook.com/SouthendFarmBaitShop
Thorney Lakes, Langport, Somerset
This scenic and feature-filled lake holds good numbers of crucians, tench and bream. It’s a lovely spot to sit and watch the float go under!
Contact: 01458 250811 Web: www.thorneylakes.co.uk
THESE SIX BRILLIANT TIPS WILL HELP YOU CATCH MORE CRUCIANS.
