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Top Lake

Our three acre ‘Top lake’ is open for fishing and comprises of 18 secluded swims and contains 250 carp with mixed sizes from 7-35 lbs.

With two main bodies connected via a narrow channel there are varying depths from 3-9 ft . The lake has many gravel bars, silt channels, three islands, back channels and some of the best margin fishing available.

This lake has the biggest known carp on the complex, currently recorded at 34lbs 10oz (fully scaled). The fish stock in this lake has been selected for looks over growth. Top Lake now has 13 recorded carp over 30lb with a few more on top of that expected to be over the 30lb mark. There are 250 carp present with mixed sizes from 10-35lbs.

The stock in this lake are really bait fish, we recommend you speak to either Stephen or Olly on arrival in the tackle shop and they will discuss the relevant tactics that have proven successful.

Top Lake prices:

Adults  & 12 Years and over

£25 per day (24 hours)   Arrival from 10am
£10 per day for non fishing guest

All tickets are for a maximum of 2 rods per person

Take a look at the swims by clicking on the numbers on the map.

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Top Lake – Availability & booking

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Pay with your credit card using Stripe.

Rules :

  • ALL NETS MATS AND SLINGS MUST BE DIPPED IN OUR ON SITE NET DIP BEFORE FISHING!!!
  • No Barbed Hooks
  •  No Leadcore
  • Two Rods MAX
  • Carp Care must be used
  • No retainers or sacks
  • Nuts, Peas or Beans cannot be loose fed.
  • Only recyclable rubbish in large green bins
  • Whelford pools accepts no liability for personal  injury or loss of property
  • No dog allowed

Arrival time when booked on Top Lake is 10:00am.

There is a charge of £20 levied for opening the gates during closed  times. These are between 9:30pm and 7:00am

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