Details of your catches:

Vincons certainly delivered as a "runs water". Fishing days only I caught 42 carp (2 thirties, 15 twenties, 20 doubles and five singles) and lost a few / missed some "drop back" bites as well. The first couple of days I tried to get the fish to move in on baits close to the lodge bank with very limited results, but as soon as I started fishing to the far bank the action really took off.

Your best tactics/bait/rigs:

Fishing to the far bank using boilies over maize and pellet. For rigs, I used both simple knotless hair rigs tied with silkworm and D-rig using Korda IQ and there was no difference in the catch rate.

Were the facilities what you expected?

Yes, as per the photos on the Angling Lines website the lodge is very comfortable and well equipped. Alice and her family are very friendly and helpful.

Were you happy with them?

Yes made a pleasant change from being "bivvied up" !

Would you recommend the venue to a friend?

Yes

Would you recommend the services to a friend?

Yes - as ever Angling Lines are a pleasure to deal with.

General Comments:

Not a big fish water but if you are after action and comfortable accommodation in a quiet rural setting Vincons is an excellent choice. The lake is large enough to make things interesting with deeper water and shallows to fish and as others have commented the fish fight incredibly hard. It would be an excellent option if you want to get your family interested in fishing.

Details of your catches:

Number of fish caught by each angler = 10,17,19,30 & 64 (Total 140). Only 4 x Thirties 30.4oz Common, 30lb 6.oz Mirror ,32lb 0oz Common & 33lb 8oz Mirror
Fishing only days and occasional nights, with many multiple catches (2 Landing Nets a must).

Your best tactics/bait/rigs:

Various Boilies as Hookbaits including boilies purchased via the lake owners. All methods caught from single baits to large beds of particles and solid bags.

Were the facilities what you expected?

Yes. The Lakeside Cabin was very tidy and more than adequate along with the Shower & toilet facilities.
The Kitchen whilst well stocked with all kitchen utensils etc and a stove, freezer and fridge both the freezer and fridge was a squeeze for 5 Anglers. The lake is located within a stunning rural location and the wild boar in the adjoining fields added to the experience.

Were you happy with them?

Yes. The only recommendation would be additional fridge/ freezer space. However it should be noted we did not ask Alice to establish if space was available elsewhere

Would you recommend the venue to a friend?

Yes. An ideal venue for all levels of experience

Would you recommend the services to a friend?

Our party has used Angling Lines for the majority of all our french fishing hoildays to date which is in excess of 12 different occassions.
First class service, reliable, freindly and well organised (Highly Recommended)

General Comments:

A brilliant week enjoyed by all, with planning underway for our next trip.

Details of your catches:

Be prepared for double and triple takes!
I caught 55 carp with a total of 1194 lbs.
3 x 30lbs+
9 x 25lbs+
21 x 20lbs+
14 x 15lbs+
8 x 10lbs+
Fished only during the day.
All healthy, furious fighting fish.
No bream, not bothered by crayfish.

Your best tactics/bait/rigs:

Fished tigernuts and boilies over a mix of hemp- and hallibut pellets.

Were the facilities what you expected?

Yes, nice cabin, lovely swimming pool. Surroundings are stunning.

Were you happy with them?

Very happy, although the sofa beds in the cabin could be more comfortable. WIFI in the cabin would be a plus.

Would you recommend the venue to a friend?

100 %

Would you recommend the services to a friend?

Yes

General Comments:

We will go back next year.

Details of your catches:

Despite tricky conditions due to constant thunderstorms we still managed to catch 85 fish.

3 x 30 plus
40 x 20 plus
35 x 15 plus
A few under 10lb
And a tench

When we did get chance to fish, the fishing was manic, so much so that most of the time we fished with 1 rod!!

Your best tactics/bait/rigs:

Pop up over beds of pellet and sweetcorn
Double fake maize in a solid bag seemed to be the most effective.

Were the facilities what you expected?

Absolutely. The cottage was a welcome addition when shelter from the storms was needed.

Were you happy with them?

Yes very much so. Alice and her family are really nice and looked after us.

Would you recommend the venue to a friend?

Yes

Would you recommend the services to a friend?

Yes

General Comments:

Can’t wait to return!