The Park Lakes
Well stocked lakes
The Park Lakes side of the complex is made up of four waters with a great mix of stock and features, providing a range of challenges and catches.
Chestnut Lake
Chestnut.
“Cast two thirds of the way in, the far side is all shallows to 1 inch under the trees”
Our most popular lake. This reliable runs water is well stocked with bigger Carp and silvers for day and night fishing.
Fact File
Stock: upto 24lb Carp, Rudd, Roach, Tench, Bream
Size: 2.5 acres, varying depths
Pegs: 25 pegs
Best Suited To: Anglers with some experience, good for night fishing
Willow Lake
Willow.
“Fish the margins and shallows to catch; the fish tend to feed mid water not on the bottom.”
Named after the willow growing on the banks which we coppice for woodland activities this lake is a welcoming water for first timers and experienced anglers alike. This lake is well stocked with Carp and silvers for all abilities.
Fact File
Stock: Carp (up to 16lb), Perch
Size: 0.4 acres, varying depths
Pegs: 25
Best Suited To: Anglers of all abilities
Oak Lake
Oak.
A traditional lake with lots of heritage. Tench and Bream are the main sport here. An old oak tree used to stand in the centre, the features including the lily pads are still the best place to catch.
“‘Fish the features’ – Try fishing around the Lilly pads and using a good selection of baits”
Fact File
Stock: 8 – 10lb Tench and Bream, Rudd, 15-16lb Carp, Barbel, Perch, Roach, Ide, Orf.
Size: 0.5 acres, varying depths
Pegs: 20-25
Best Suited To: Those wanting to fish for quality native fish
Alder Lake
Alder.
Designed for pole fishing this water provides enjoyable angling for old and young alike. Our newest lake this was constructed to resemble a meandering river with lots of features to fish to.
“Feed regularly for best results, don’t be afraid to over bait. Maggots work well on this water.”
Fact File
Stock: Carp, Ide, Barbel, Perch, Roach and good sized bream.
Size: 0.5 acres, snaking shape modelled on a river section
Pegs: 25 pegs
Best Suited To: All anglers, especially those just starting out. Pleasure angling only - no match fishing.