CATFISH N' CARP LAKE

LAKE INFO

Catfish and Carp Lake, West Devon, Cornwall, Milemead Fisheries

Please note that there is No Entry allowed onto the Catfish N' Carp Lake 

without first pre-booking a place with our shop.

If you haven’t pre-booked you cannot turn up and start fishing without first paying in our shop.


WE HAVE A NEW OFFICIAL CATFISH LAKE RECORD OF 36 LB - 2 OZ'S


This 2 acre lake is rapidly building a reputation for super, hard fighting fish. 

With a stock of around 300 Carp to 22 lb+, including some Grassies to 15 lb+, and 31 Wels Catfish to 36 lb - 2 oz's.

Don't be surprised to catch a Perch, Barbel or Chub either,

as these are left over from when this lake was a match water.


WITH OUR CATFISH CONTINUING THEIR FAST GROWTH

WE ARE HOPEFULLY ANTICIPATING OUR FIRST 40 LB CAT IN THE SPRING 2020

WATCH THIS SPACE! 


The lake has 12 very well spaced swims, each with it's own designated area of water.

Pegs 4 & 5 are a reservable double peg, which can be great for a social weekend.


The fish in this lake respond well to heavier baiting, especially carp pellet and fishy or meaty boilies,

so don't be afraid to use a few kilo's in a session.


The most consistent baits this year have been

 Nash Instant Action range, Strawberry Crush, Candy Nut Crush, Nash Scopex and Squid, 

Dynamite Baits Complex T, Sticky Baits Krill, Bloodworm and Manilla

have all accounted for numerous Cats and Carp on the bank.

Mainline Cell, is also a trusty backup.


Prebooked/Prepaid 24 Hour+ Overnight Sessions are available on this Lake.  

One non-fishing guest is welcome.

If they wish to stay overnight a £5 camping fee will be charged.


FULL LAKE RULES BELOW

We now have baby Catfish!

Catfish and Carp Lake, West Devon, Cornwall, Milemead Fisheries

A beautiful Grass Carp

Catfish and Carp Lake, Grass Carp, West Devon, Cornwall, Milemead Fisheries

IMPORTANT - FISH WELFARE

Please note that due to the large size of the fish in this lake,

all anglers must have a minimum 36" landing net and handle

and a large padded beanie type unhooking mat 

or cradle to be allowed to fish this lake.

They are both necessary for fish welfare

 and are available from our shop. 


If you do not have the correct items,

we are sorry but  you will not be able to fish this Lake.

NEW OFFICIAL CATFISH LAKE RECORD

Our Catfish have been feeding well over this mild winter!

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Nathan Jose from Cornwall and his new 'official' Catfish lake record Catfish of 30 lb - 9 oz's weighed by us on 27/1/19.

CATFISH N' CARP LAKE RULES

If there is anything you do not understand, please ask!


Any infringement of these Rules

may result in you being asked to leave the Fishery.

No refund will be given.......


We are a family friendly Fishery,

foul language or bad behaviour of any kind will not be tolerated.


Pre-booking is essential for all Anglers sessions on this Lake. 

You must not enter the Lake to fish if you have not done so.

Pre-payment is required at the time of booking for all 24 hour or longer sessions.


Strictly no entry to the Fishery before  7.00 am.  

All Anglers on a day permit are expected to visit our shop 

when it opens at 9.00am to purchase their ticket.

Day permit Anglers should have left before dark! 


Please note that we do not sell night only permits.


One non-fishing guest is welcome.

If they wish to stay overnight a £5 camping fee will be charged.


No under 10's are allowed to stay overnight. 

No under 16's are allowed without a responsible Adult.


BEFORE FISHING - ALL NETS, MATS, CRADLES, ETC. MUST BE TOTALLY DRY 

Direct sunlight is the best way to dry your equipment and help prevent disease.


All Anglers must have and use a minimum 36” landing net

and a large padded beanie type unhooking mat or cradle. 

These are available from our shop. 

If you do not have them you cannot fish this Lake.


The Lake is rod and line only. 

A maximum of 2 Rods per Angler. 

No braided mainline.

No sacking of fish. 


If fishing specifically for Wels Catfish, please use a minimum 15 lb line.


All fish must be returned quickly and carefully. 

Photo's of fish must only be taken kneeling down.


NO LIVE BAITING! Except maggots or worms. 

ONLY DEADBAITS PURCHASED FROM OUR SHOP ARE PERMITTED.


NO LURE FISHING! MAXIMUM SIZE 6 BARBLESS HOOK! 


Only single hooks to be used! - Strictly No Trebles!


Please don't be offended if we ask to check your tackle, 

it is purely for the welfare of our fish.


All bivvies must be set up

within the constructed gravel or woodchipped peg area.

Please do not block access routes past them.


All of your Rods must be on the same Peg as your bivvy.


RODS IN USE MUST NEVER BE LEFT UNATTENDED AT ANYTIME! 


All Anglers must only fish within their chosen Peg Zone.

They must never fish into other adjoining zones, 

even if the peg is unoccupied. 


Zones are shown by the red broken lines on the Lake Plan

 and are marked by white posts on the islands and banks.


Peg 4 & 5 is a double peg and can be reserved. 

If you wish to fish it on your own you will be expected to pay for both pegs. 

A 2 Rod Limit will still apply.


All leads and feeders must be either free running

or be attached using an appropriate loose fitting safety clip. 

A minimum hook length of 4 inches to be used.


FLOATING BAITS CAN ONLY BE USED IF FREELINED, 

ie no bubble floats or controllers of any kind.


Under no circumstances are Anglers permitted down over any of the banks around the Lake as these areas are Strictly Private. 

Anyone found doing so will be banned!


No artificial/fake baits larger than a single grain of sweetcorn. 

All nuts must be suitably prepared.


All Anglers are expected to have and use Klinik or similar. 

It is available in our shop.


Bait boats are allowed on this Lake.


Quiet, well behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times. Please clean up after them.


No litter. Please use a bin or take your rubbish home.


Barbeques and cooking stoves must only be used on the pegs and not on the grass.  Please don’t pour boiling water onto the grass as it kills it.


 Please treat the Fishery, it’s wildlife and other Anglers with respect
- Enjoy your Fishing .......