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Grantham Canal
The Grantham Canal offers fishing opportunities for anglers with various clubs having fishing rights along different stretches. Contact clubs for more info.
Eye Kettleby Lakes
Eye Kettleby Lakes offers adult-only touring park and glamping pods, with activities nearby. Families can stay in log cabins with kids allowed on site.
Elton Reservoir
Elton Reservoir at Janson Fishery in Nottinghamshire offers two lakes with a variety of fish for pleasure fishing in a serene setting.
Colwick Country Park
Colwick's West Lake is perfect for coarse fishing with carp up to 36 pounds. Also used for canoeing and sailing, offering diverse recreational options. Various ticket options available year-round. Contact lodge for details.
Barnstone Lakes
Barnstone Lakes offers premium carp fishing with 4 lakes, including Fishers Pit & exclusive Fishers Hut. Stunning old scaley mirrors & dark chestnut commons up to 30lb. Great facilities & bait shop on site. Fishers View is the newest addition with intimate, mature features and stocked with 50 upper double to 30lb carp.
Hackett Lakes
Hackett Lakes: Prime fishing near Nottingham. Well-stocked lakes, peaceful setting, and prize opportunities. Clubs and individuals welcome.
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Frisby Lakes in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire is a renowned 48-acre gravel pit offering a premium coarse fishing experience. Home to a variety of species including Carp, Tench, Pike, Perch, and more, it has been voted as a must-visit location by Improve Your Coarse Fishing. Anglers of all skill levels can enjoy fishing in the beautiful surroundings of Frisby Lakes, with over 50 spacious swims providing a comfortable and relaxing environment. Operating primarily as a syndicate venue, day ticket fishing is permitted between October 1st and March 31st 2025. The lake, matured over 40 years, is a natural haven for wildlife with diverse flora and fauna, creating a truly natural fishing setting. With various features both above and below the surface such as islands, weed beds, silt gulleys, and more, anglers can target specific areas for a successful fishing experience. Frisby Lakes is known to be a challenging water, depending on the species being targeted. The lake boasts a good stock of carp with the current record at 32lb, making it an ideal location for carp anglers. Different tactics are used throughout the year, with particle fishing being popular in colder months and boilie-based tactics in the summer. The venue is also recognized for its Tench fishing, with a high stock level of Tincas reaching double figures. Fishing with particles and refined carp tactics are successful methods for targeting Tench. In winter, anglers can target Perch and Pike with dead bait or lures, providing an exciting angling experience. In addition to the lake, Frisby Lakes offers an idyllic stretch of the River Wreake with 10 swims along the mature banks. Anglers can target a variety of species including chub, perch, roach, Rudd, and trout, making it a diverse fishing experience for all enthusiasts. Whether you prefer static fishing or roaming along the river, Frisby Lakes provides a great opportunity to enjoy the sport of fishing in a picturesque setting.