About the Lake
Golden Carp Lake is a spring-fed 12 acre sand quarry that was abandoned and flooded in the late 1970's.
It caters comfortably for seven anglers in total across three double swims and a single swim. There is also the separate island cabin swim to one end of the lake - with private accommodation, a plunge pool, and room for two anglers and up to two non-anglers.
All of the swims have been purpose-built with a mud-free gravelled surface. Swims 1, 2, 3 and 4 each have a rowing boat ramp, with swims 1, 2 and 3 also featuring stepped access to the water. We strongly recommend the use of rod pods, as the ground on the swims is exceptionally hard.
Depths range from a foot to around 14 feet, with an average depth of around 7 feet. Water levels can drop around 3 feet due to the sunshine and hot weather that is associated with this part of France. However, the lake remains fishable throughout the year, with good catches still being made well into December.
Features include three islands, reed-lined banks, drop-offs, a few (fairly angler-friendly) snags, and a few patches of weed in the shallows that are managed by grass carp throughout the season. There are no crayfish or poisson chat.
All swims have vehicle access for loading and unloading your gear.
Carp mats, recovery slings, tripods and scales are provided AS STANDARD on every swim, free of charge.
Rowing Boats
boats with oars and life jackets (which must be worn) are included with every booking. Please note that the CO₂ canisters inside the life jackets will automatically deploy if submerged, and replacement canisters are chargeable. For insurance and hygiene reasons, only boats supplied by the lake may be used.
On arrival anglers can choose between using the boats with oars and rowlocks or hiring a motor.
Boat motors and batteries are available to hire at €60 per swim payable on arrival with a €100/£100 deposit. Additional rowlocks can be provided at any time if required, just contact the owner.
Lake Map
Travel Time
Caen Ferry Terminal
St. Malo Ferry Terminal
Le Havre Ferry Terminal
Dieppe Ferry Terminal
Cherbourg Ferry Terminal
Roscoff Ferry Terminal
Calais Le Shuttle Terminal
Calais Ferry Terminal
Lake Map
Example Price
£495
Per angler in Mar 2027 includes...
6 anglers
Exclusive use of the lake
2 Dover - Calais van crossings
Availability and Booking
*Please choose a week to get a price
October
2026
Week 1
Fully booked
From 3rd to 10th October 2026
Week 2
Fully booked
From 10th to 17th October 2026
Week 3
Fully booked
From 17th to 24th October 2026
Week 4
From 24th to 31st October 2026
Week 5
From 31st October 2026 to 7th November 2026
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