There are so many options available but if you want to get a quick start then consider these simple questions…<\/p>\n
Size of carp?<\/span> Number of Runs? Look at your own experience…<\/span> Non Anglers…<\/strong><\/span> A Few Question and Answers<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n There are only 2 of us… can we book a lake exclusive?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Yes, you certainly can. \u00a0Exclusive lakes come in all sizes but most exclusively available lakes are around 3 to 5 acres, and take 4\/5 anglers with a price to match. \u00a0But it\u2019s important to note that some small exclusive lakes actually have tiered pricing available when there are fewer anglers in the booking. \u00a0So an exclusive venue may not necessarily be out of price reach if there are only 2 or 3 persons fishing.<\/p>\n There are several advantages to some lakes to offer this option. \u00a0Firstly it fills a gap in the market (there are not many exclusive lakes for 2 or 3 anglers around of good quality & reasonable cost). \u00a0Secondly it can help a venue by reducing the amount of overall pressure on the carp and the lake \u00a0facilities. \u00a0Last but not least it can also be used as a tool for less established lakes to get a foot on the \u2018feedback\u2019 ladder. \u00a0Feedback as we all know is hugely important as it clearly shows how consistent or not the fishing is overall. \u00a0It gives you the angler realistic expectations and is why we deem it so important for our website. \u00a0We prefer to sell you the holiday that you are going to get, rather than over-hype a venue which could see you disappointed or disillusioned. \u00a0That\u2019s why we choose only quality venues to work with.<\/p>\n How much of an advantage is having a lake to yourself?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n There are in fact pros and cons.<\/p>\n The pros; let\u2019s start with the seemingly obvious pro\u2019s. \u00a0Exclusivity gives your group complete control to decide how it\u2019s fished and enables an immense amount of flexibility. \u00a0This is really beneficial so you can maximise your options without worrying about other anglers who are not in your group. \u00a0You can for instance, trickle feed or rest swims to move onto later or at night or follow the carp around if they are on the move. \u00a0It enables you to stalk around a lake without treading on other anglers toes. \u00a0For these reasons too it can be more relaxing and less like a competition.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Ask yourself realistically what size of carp would you be happy to catch? \u00a0Of course we all want to catch 60’s eventually, but if your UK pb is 23lb surely a lake with a big head of 30’s would be a realistic choice.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>How much action <\/span><\/span>would be happy to achieve. \u00a0<\/span>Some waters can be hard and a blank could happen but some are genuinely classed by us as runs waters… and there are many in between.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>It\u2019s no good being a novice and choosing a hard water if you really want plenty of action. \u00a0If you are a relatively inexperienced angler choose a lake where there is a good bailiff who can offer advice… or a water which has very good catch rates. \u00a0Or travel with friends who can give you some support. \u00a0You invest a lot in a holiday so make sure you give yourself the best chance of a successful trip.<\/p>\n
\nIf you are taking non anglers or need accommodation ensure that the accommodation\/facilities detailed on the website are of an adequate standard for the fussiest of the people going. \u00a0Because if they’re not happy it’s pretty likely you won’t enjoy the fishing.<\/p>\n