Four 50lb+ Carp For Anglers On Old Oaks
The anglers on Old Oaks last week had a great week, with only three of the thirteen carp caught weighing under 40lb. Here is their feedback…
Capturing The Moment – Part 3: Lighting
In the third and final part of this series, Angling Lines field tester Mike Linstead talks about the importance of getting the lighting right for your capture shots.
Capturing the Moment – Part 2: Self Takes vs Trusting Someone Else
In this second of a series of articles, Angling Lines field tester and photographer Mike Linstead provides a few tips on self-take photography and the pros and cons against trusting someone else to get that perfect shot.
Latest News From Jonchery
Plenty going on at Jonchery this month – an extension and re-build to swim 6 alongside some very impressive fish on the bank.
VIDEO: Pete Castle Lands 42lb’er at Laroussi
A short video of a run resulting in a 42lb carp on the bank at Laroussi for Pete Castle this November. It was a tough week’s fishing but a capture like this makes it all worth it…
VIDEO: A November Thirty Landed at Laroussi
Francis Bayliss lands a lovely 31lb carp during a trip to the famous French carp lake Laroussi in November. Pete Castle kindly filmed as the action unfolded… Over the last two decades Laroussi has established itself as one of the premiere big carp waters in France, containing carp to over 70lb. Want more info on […]
VIDEO: Winter Carp Fishing at Lillypool
A February carp fishing session on Lillypool in France resulted in plenty of carp for bailiff Richard. Highlights include a 40lb+ mirror and a 53lb common lake record. Richard kindly kept a video diary and it is well worth a watch if you’re heading to the lake this year…
Need A Hire Van For Your Carp Fishing Trip?
We get lots of anglers looking for van hire recommendations for their French carp fishing trip. Here are a few companies to check out… 1. Nationwide Hire 0500 053 899 You choose an address, they deliver and collect at a time you chose between 08:45 and 17:30 and European insurance is included. They deliver vans, minibuses […]
VIDEO: A Short Session on Lillybelle
Mark Osman spent a very successful 48hrs on Lillybelle this February, filming a video diary along the way. He landed no less than 7 fish, including a new PB of 41lb! See them all in the video below…
VIDEO: 53lb Lake Record Common at Lillypool
2017 is off to an excellent start with a new lake record at Lillypool of 53lb 2oz, and a new common personal best for bailiff Richard too. This common was caught on a February session on the lake. Watch the video below to see the new record and a very happy angler!
5 Reasons To Take A French Carp Fishing Trip in Spring
Paul Cooper explains why his favourite times of the year to get out on the bank is Spring, which in 2017 starts on the 1st March. With budding shrubs and trees, flowers and even weeds, the landscape colours up with new life.
Lillybelle Netting and Stocking
Some photos from the netting and additional stocking of 20 carp at Lillybelle this February. This lovely 5.5 acre carp lake was first stocked back in 2013 with 104 carp to compliment the existing fish in the lake. Since then a few hand-picked carp have been introduced most years. For more information on Lillybelle follow the link […]
Do Fishmeal Baits Work In Winter?
If you listen to the experts you would never use a fishmeal boilie over the winter months. My thinking was the same, however over the years my views have changed drastically. For the past 2 years I have continued to fish through the Winter months, feeding and fishing with Squid and Orange from Quality Baits. […]
Deux Iles Carp Lake Receives Stocking
Deux Iles received another stocking of 59 mirrors and commons to 35lb this month and here are some of the photos. We look forward to seeing some of these on the bank later this year!
Capturing the Moment – Part 1: Preparation, Location and Framing
In this new series of articles, Angling Lines field tester and photographer Mike Linstead provides a few tips and pointers to help with getting the best pictures from your carp fishing trip.
A Week On Swim 5 At Brocard Large
Great feedback and photos from Carl Latham who fished swim 5 on Brocard Large last October. Carl came home with a fantastic catch report of 3 forties and 2 thirties, here’s the rest…
Four Carp Fishing Venues For The Summer Holidays
If you’re looking for a family holiday this summer with some carp fishing included then take a look at the following four French carp fishing lakes. All have a week or two still available in the summer holidays this year and offer great fishing, accommodation and facilities for all the family.
2017 Plans for Villefond
Villefond is embarking on a project to provide lakeside cabin accommodation for the upcoming 2017 season, amongst many other improvements. Here’s manager Mark with the latest… 2016 was a great year for us here at Lac Du Villefond and we are working towards a better 2017. We have some really big plans for Villefond and […]
Driving Through Paris? You May Need A Sticker For That
Many of us find ourselves travelling through Paris on route to a French carp fishing holiday. However, if you plan on doing this it is important to note that you will now need to apply for a ‘pollution sticker’ beforehand. The sticker system indicates how green your vehicle is and will apply for vehicles travelling anywhere inside […]
Capturing Another Villefond 50lb Carp
Fishery manager Mark Lambert fills us in on the latest news from big carp water Villefond… 2016 has been a great year for Lac du Villefond, producing lots of big fish and increasing our lake record to 65lb+. Lots of new carp breaking the 50lb+ barrier for the first time, one of which is […]
