Shillingford

Carp Specimen Lake

The Carp Specimen Lake at Shillingford offers a rewarding fishing experience with its 3-acre expanse. Constructed in the summer of 2005, the lake features various hidden elements such as bars, plateaus, shelves, and holes, providing ample opportunities for anglers to explore. Depths range from 5ft to 9ft, creating diverse habitats for the carp. The wide banks are perfect for bivvy fishing, allowing you to settle in comfortably while waiting for a bite.

Kingfisher Coarse Lake

Built in 1970, the Kingfisher Coarse Lake covers 1.25 acres and is known for its well-stocked waters. With depths varying between 4ft and 8ft, this lake is home to carp and ghosties up to 14lb, tench up to 8lb, as well as roach, perch, and crucians up to 3lb. Additionally, anglers can find bream reaching up to 9lb 8oz, along with rudd and golden rudd, making it a versatile spot for different fishing preferences.

Fish Information

Shillingford boasts a variety of fish species to enhance your fishing adventure. The Carp Specimen Lake is home to 60 beautiful carp, ranging from 15lb to an impressive 30lb, including approximately 25 fish over 20lb. For those interested in tench, there are 8 large specimens available. Over at the Kingfisher Coarse Lake, anglers can also target bream, roach, perch, rudd, and golden rudd, ensuring a diverse and enjoyable fishing experience.