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Hampton Springs Fishery
Eight spring-fed lakes, mixed coarse fishing and carp to get you thinking about a PB — Hampton Springs has plenty going on. Just pick your water before loading the car: some lakes need booking, and Folly is syndicate-only.
“7.8/10 — Mixed coarse stocks, advertised carp to 30 lb on Long Island and a separate specimen lake give anglers plenty to aim for.”
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The lowdown
Hampton Springs sits on Shay Lane, Hampton, near Malpas in Cheshire, with eight spring-fed lakes and purpose-built swims. It’s a proper mixed setup rather than eight versions of the same pond. There are compact coarse waters, island-filled lakes and a separate specimen-carp option.
- 8 lakes: Poplars, Alice Springs, Long Island, Rock Pool, Meadows, Oasis, Willows, Folly
- Fish: carp, chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucian, barbel
- Tickets from: Adult day tickets on Poplars, Alice Springs, Long Island and Willows, 7am–7pm — £10
- Find it: Malpas · SY14 8AD
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The full rundown on Hampton Springs Fishery
Hampton Springs sits on Shay Lane, Hampton, near Malpas in Cheshire, with eight spring-fed lakes and purpose-built swims. It’s a proper mixed setup rather than eight versions of the same pond. There are compact coarse waters, island-filled lakes and a separate specimen-carp option. That gives you plenty to weigh up before choosing a peg, whether your idea of a cracking day is variety in the net or settling down with carp tackle.
For mixed-species appeal, Poplars packs plenty into half an acre. Its central island and average depths of 4–6 feet give the lake a clear shape, while the listed stock includes common and mirror carp to 16 lb, tench, bream, roach, perch, crucians, chub and barbel. Meadows takes a different shape again: one acre, four islands, and a stock list featuring green and golden tench alongside barbel, bream, chub and perch. Plenty of choice without making everything about carp.
Alice Springs and Long Island lean more firmly towards carp tackle — and that’s a requirement, not just a suggestion. Pole fishing is prohibited on both, and both need advance booking. Alice Springs has two islands across two acres, depths of 4–7 feet and carp advertised to 20 lb alongside mixed coarse fish. Long Island covers 2.5 acres and advertises carp reaching 30 lb. If you’re eyeing up the bigger lumps, that distinction is worth clocking before you book.
There’s more feature variety on Rock Pool, where five islands and lily beds break up 2.5 acres of water. Willows has two long islands and a bridge to the far side, with carp, F1s, crucians and barbel among its stock. Those are useful differences when choosing the sort of water you fancy, rather than just chasing a headline weight. Oasis needs a separate check because it’s rented by Lymm Anglers and only has limited pleasure fishing.
Folly is the one to treat separately from the day-ticket lineup. It’s a three-acre specimen-carp lake with ten well-spaced pegs, but its dedicated page says syndicate-only. Older day-ticket wording elsewhere shouldn’t be taken as a green light to turn up. Phone for membership details instead. For other waters, pay-on-the-day fishing depends on availability, match enquiries go through customer service, and night fishing needs arranging. A quick call can save a proper faff.
The practical bits include a tackle and bait shop with some refreshments, plus gents’, ladies’ and disabled toilets. Read the rules before packing bait: bread, floaters, surface fishing and bait boats are out, and only Hampton Springs boilies and coarse pellets are permitted. Bring an unhooking mat, dip every net and keep to two rods maximum. Published opening hours can change seasonally, so check your intended session rather than assuming every visit works the same way.
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Hampton Springs Fishery FAQs
Where is Hampton Springs?
On Shay Lane, Hampton, near Malpas, Cheshire. Use postcode SY14 8AD.
Do I need to book before arriving?
Alice Springs and Long Island require advance booking. Elsewhere, pay-on-the-day fishing depends on availability; Oasis has limited pleasure access and Folly is syndicate-only. Day-ticket and match-lake enquiries go through customer service.
Can I arrange night fishing?
Yes. Contact customer service to arrange it. The opening-hours page warns that hours change seasonally, so confirm your intended session.
Is there a shop and are toilets available?
Yes. The on-site shop sells tackle, bait and some refreshments. Gents’, ladies’ and disabled toilets are available.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
There's on-site tackle and bait shop on site, so you can grab bits on the day. For anything bigger, stock up before you leave home — or order online in advance.
Do I need to bring food?
We haven't seen any food on site, so bring your own grub and drinks. A flask and a stove (where allowed) make a long day much better.
Are there toilets on site?
Yes — the fishery lists gents’ and ladies’ toilets.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off. Bring a barrow in case it's a walk.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
SY14 8AD.
How much is a ticket?
Adult day tickets on Poplars, Alice Springs, Long Island and Willows, 7am–7pm: £10; Adult night tickets on Poplars, Alice Springs, Long Island and Willows, 7pm–7am: £15. Prices last checked 2026-10-05 — they can change, so check before you go.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Day tickets are available on Poplars, Rock Pool, Meadows, Willows. Folly is members only. Busy weekends can fill up, so ring ahead if you've got your heart set on a swim.
What fish are in there?
Across the lakes you'll find carp, chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucian, barbel. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
8 — Poplars (0.5), Alice Springs (2), Long Island (2.5), Rock Pool (2.5), Meadows (1), Oasis (0.5), Willows (Not published), Folly (3).
Is night fishing allowed?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Can I bring my dog?
Not covered in the rules we've checked. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Are bait boats allowed?
No — Bait boats are prohibited.
Do I need barbless hooks?
Yes, it's required — Use barbless hooks or crushed barbs. Hooks larger than size 8 are prohibited.
Do I need my own unhooking mat or cradle?
Yes, it's required — Every angler must have an unhooking mat. All nets must be dipped before fishing.
Is it suitable for disabled anglers?
The fishery lists disabled toilet. Ring ahead to check which swims suit you.
Do I need a rod licence?
Yes — anyone 13 or over fishing in England and Wales needs an Environment Agency rod licence (or Natural Resources Wales in Wales), on top of your fishery ticket.
When's the best time of year to fish here?
Late spring through autumn is prime for most species. Check our live weather edge for this venue before you go — it updates daily.
Day ticket · turn up
Poplars: a compact mixed coarse lake with a central island
- Size
- 0.5 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucian, barbel
Poplars is half an acre, averages 4–6 feet deep and has a central island. A small footprint, but a proper varied stock list.
Day-ticket fishing is offered throughout the year. It’s one to consider when you want mixed coarse fishing rather than making the whole session about specimen carp.
Mirror and common carp to 16 lb, plus chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucians and barbel.
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Poplars
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Suits
- Anglers after a mix of coarse species
- Year-round day-ticket sessions
Maybe not for
- Anglers wanting a large expanse of water
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Poplars
carp
Chod or helicopter style over soft weed and silt
Where the bottom drops in and out of holes or there might be soft silt or weed, a pop-up that slides up the leader sits over the muck instead of disappearing into it — no need to find a perfectly clean spot.
- Single pop-up, 2–3in off the bottom.
- Fish it as a single hookbait or with a light scattering of freebies — a big bed defeats the point.
- Cast to likely holes and let the lead settle; don't drag it back.
carp
Zigs in the warmer months
In clear, deep water carp often sit up in the layers on warm days. A zig is the only way to get a bait in front of them.
- Start at half depth and move up or down a foot at a time until you get bites.
- Black or foam hookbaits work well on bright days.
- Keep it simple — no freebies needed.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
Poplars FAQs
How big are the carp in Poplars?
The fishery lists mirror and common carp to 16 lb.
Is Poplars open for day tickets all year?
Yes, year-round day-ticket fishing is advertised, with pay-on-the-day access subject to availability.
What's the lake record on Poplars?
Going by what the fishery says: Mirror and common carp to 16 lb, plus chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucians and barbel. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Poplars?
carp, chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucian, barbel. Mirror and common carp to 16 lb, plus chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucians and barbel.
How big is Poplars and how many swims?
Around 0.5 acres. A compact mixed coarse lake with a central island.
Which baits work well on Poplars?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Poplars further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: with the fish the fishery lists here, a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Poplars get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. It's a day-ticket lake, so popular swims go early — arrive at first light or midweek if you can.
What weather suits bigger catches on Poplars?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Hampton Springs Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Poplars?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Poplars on a day ticket?
Yes — Poplars is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day tickets on Poplars, Alice Springs, Long Island and Willows, 7am–7pm £10; Adult night tickets on Poplars, Alice Springs, Long Island and Willows, 7pm–7am £15 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Poplars?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Poplars suit?
Good for: Anglers after a mix of coarse species; Year-round day-ticket sessions. Less suited to: Anglers wanting a large expanse of water.
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Alice Springs: two islands and carp tackle only
- Size
- 2 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucian, barbel
Alice Springs covers two acres, with two islands and depths of 4–7 feet. Carp to 20 lb headline a stock list that also includes plenty of other coarse species.
Book ahead for this one. Carp tackle is required and poles aren’t allowed, so don’t let that mixed stock list catch you out when packing.
Carp to 20 lb, plus chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucians and barbel.
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Alice Springs
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Suits
- Carp anglers happy to book ahead
- Anglers who like island features
Maybe not for
- Pole anglers
- Unplanned walk-up sessions
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Alice Springs
carp
Light baiting tight to the island margins
Carp patrol the island margins on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
carp
Zigs in the warmer months
In clear, deep water carp often sit up in the layers on warm days. A zig is the only way to get a bait in front of them.
- Start at half depth and move up or down a foot at a time until you get bites.
- Black or foam hookbaits work well on bright days.
- Keep it simple — no freebies needed.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
- Fish 10–20 yards out, or tight to the cover where it's safe to land fish.
- Recast every 10–15 minutes early on to build the swim.
- Short hooklink with a dead red maggot, corn or a 8mm wafter.
Alice Springs FAQs
Do I need to book Alice Springs?
Yes. Advance booking is required through customer service.
Can I use a pole?
No. Pole fishing is prohibited and carp tackle is required.
What's the lake record on Alice Springs?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to 20 lb, plus chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucians and barbel. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Alice Springs?
carp, chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucian, barbel. Carp to 20 lb, plus chub, tench, bream, perch, roach, crucians and barbel.
How big is Alice Springs and how many swims?
Around 2 acres. Two islands and carp tackle only.
Which baits work well on Alice Springs?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Alice Springs further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: with the fish the fishery lists here, a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Alice Springs get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Alice Springs?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Hampton Springs Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Alice Springs?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Alice Springs on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Alice Springs in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Alice Springs?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Alice Springs suit?
Good for: Carp anglers happy to book ahead; Anglers who like island features. Less suited to: Pole anglers; Unplanned walk-up sessions.
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Long Island: a prebooked carp option with fish advertised to 30 lb
- Size
- 2.5 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Long Island covers 2.5 acres and its lake page advertises carp reaching 30 lb. That’s a headline worth noting if bigger carp are your thing.
Advance booking is required, along with carp tackle. Pole fishing is prohibited, so this isn’t the place for a cheeky pole session.
Carp reaching 30 lb.
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Long Island
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Suits
- Anglers targeting bigger carp
- Planned carp sessions
Maybe not for
- Pole anglers
- Anglers relying on walk-up access
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Long Island
carp
Light baiting tight to the island margins
Carp patrol the island margins on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
Long Island FAQs
What size carp are advertised?
The lake page advertises carp reaching 30 lb.
Can I turn up without booking?
Long Island requires advance booking. Arrange your session through customer service.
What's the lake record on Long Island?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp reaching 30 lb. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Long Island?
carp. Carp reaching 30 lb.
How big is Long Island and how many swims?
Around 2.5 acres. A prebooked carp option with fish advertised to 30 lb.
Which baits work well on Long Island?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Long Island further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: with the fish the fishery lists here, a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Long Island get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Long Island?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Hampton Springs Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Long Island?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Long Island on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Long Island in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Long Island?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Long Island suit?
Good for: Anglers targeting bigger carp; Planned carp sessions. Less suited to: Pole anglers; Anglers relying on walk-up access.
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Rock Pool: five islands and lily beds
- Size
- 2.5 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Rock Pool has plenty of visible structure: five islands and lily beds across 2.5 acres. It’s a feature-filled option in the Hampton Springs lineup.
The fishery lists carp to 20 lb alongside mixed coarse species. Check availability and ticket arrangements with customer service before setting off.
Carp to 20 lb alongside mixed coarse species.
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Rock Pool
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Suits
- Anglers drawn to island features
- Carp anglers who enjoy mixed coarse waters
Maybe not for
- Anglers wanting a largely open-water layout
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Rock Pool
carp
Solid PVA bag over the snaggy bits
With the lily beds and a busy bottom, a solid bag keeps the hook point masked on the drop and sat neatly in a little pile of bait however rough the lakebed is.
- Tie a short, stiff hooklink (4–6in) so it packs into the bag without kinking.
- Fill the bag with a damp crumb mix and pack it tight — loose bags spill on the cast.
- Nick a wafter or small pop-up on the hair so it settles over the mix, not under it.
- Cast a few yards short of the feature, recast every couple of hours with a fresh bag.
carp
Light baiting tight to the lily beds
Carp patrol the lily beds on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
Rock Pool FAQs
What features does Rock Pool have?
Five islands and lily beds across 2.5 acres.
What fish are listed?
Carp to 20 lb and mixed coarse species; the other species aren’t individually specified in the supplied details.
What's the lake record on Rock Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to 20 lb alongside mixed coarse species. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Rock Pool?
carp. Carp to 20 lb alongside mixed coarse species.
How big is Rock Pool and how many swims?
Around 2.5 acres. Five islands and lily beds.
Which baits work well on Rock Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Rock Pool further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: with the fish the fishery lists here, a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Rock Pool get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. It's a day-ticket lake, so popular swims go early — arrive at first light or midweek if you can.
What weather suits bigger catches on Rock Pool?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Hampton Springs Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Rock Pool?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Rock Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Rock Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day tickets on Poplars, Alice Springs, Long Island and Willows, 7am–7pm £10; Adult night tickets on Poplars, Alice Springs, Long Island and Willows, 7pm–7am £15 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Rock Pool?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Rock Pool suit?
Good for: Anglers drawn to island features; Carp anglers who enjoy mixed coarse waters. Less suited to: Anglers wanting a largely open-water layout.
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Meadows: four islands and a varied coarse stock
- Size
- 1 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- barbel, bream, chub, perch, tench
Meadows fits four islands into one acre. If you like a compact lake with plenty of features to consider, it’s worth a look.
Listed fish include barbel, bream, chub, perch and both green and golden tench. Check day-ticket availability with customer service before planning your session.
Stocks include barbel, bream, chub, perch and green and golden tench.
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Meadows
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Suits
- Mixed coarse anglers
- Anglers interested in tench
Maybe not for
- Anglers choosing solely by advertised specimen-carp weights
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Meadows
barbel
Pellet and boilie for the lake barbel
Lake barbel feed hard and fight harder. Use a strong rod and line, and rest them properly in the net before release.
- Halibut pellet or small boilie over a bed of pellet.
- Strong hooklink and a size 10–12 hook.
- Never hold barbel out of water long — keep them in the net until they've recovered.
bream
Waggler and groundbait for bream
If they're within waggler range, float fishing over balls of groundbait is a great way to pick off bream.
- Ball in groundbait with casters and chopped worm at the start.
- Set the float a touch over-depth and watch for slow lifts.
- Top up when bites slow.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
Meadows FAQs
How large is Meadows?
One acre, with four islands.
Are tench listed in Meadows?
Yes. Both green and golden tench are listed.
What's the lake record on Meadows?
Going by what the fishery says: Stocks include barbel, bream, chub, perch and green and golden tench. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Meadows?
barbel, bream, chub, perch, tench. Stocks include barbel, bream, chub, perch and green and golden tench.
How big is Meadows and how many swims?
Around 1 acres. Four islands and a varied coarse stock.
Which baits work well on Meadows?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Meadows further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: with the fish the fishery lists here, a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Meadows get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. It's a day-ticket lake, so popular swims go early — arrive at first light or midweek if you can.
What weather suits bigger catches on Meadows?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Hampton Springs Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Meadows?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Meadows on a day ticket?
Yes — Meadows is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day tickets on Poplars, Alice Springs, Long Island and Willows, 7am–7pm £10; Adult night tickets on Poplars, Alice Springs, Long Island and Willows, 7pm–7am £15 (last checked 2026-10-05).
Is night fishing allowed on Meadows?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Meadows suit?
Good for: Mixed coarse anglers; Anglers interested in tench. Less suited to: Anglers choosing solely by advertised specimen-carp weights.
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Oasis: limited pleasure fishing on a club-rented water
- Size
- 0.5 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Oasis is a half-acre lake rented by Lymm Anglers. Pleasure fishing is limited, so it needs a bit more checking than a straightforward turn-up-and-fish option.
Ask customer service about access before making plans. Don’t assume an ordinary day ticket guarantees you a peg here.
Lake photographs
A look around Oasis
Hampton Springs Fishery
Oasis
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Suits
- Anglers prepared to confirm access first
- Pleasure anglers able to work around limited availability
Maybe not for
- Anglers expecting unrestricted walk-up fishing
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Oasis
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
Oasis FAQs
Who rents Oasis?
Lymm Anglers rents the lake.
Can pleasure anglers fish Oasis?
Limited pleasure fishing is available. Confirm access arrangements before travelling.
What's the lake record on Oasis?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Oasis that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
What fish are in Oasis?
carp.
How big is Oasis and how many swims?
Around 0.5 acres. Limited pleasure fishing on a club-rented water.
Which baits work well on Oasis?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Oasis further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Oasis get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Oasis?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Hampton Springs Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Oasis?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Oasis on a day ticket?
You'll need to book Oasis in advance rather than just turning up.
Is night fishing allowed on Oasis?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Oasis suit?
Good for: Anglers prepared to confirm access first; Pleasure anglers able to work around limited availability. Less suited to: Anglers expecting unrestricted walk-up fishing.
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Day ticket · turn up
Willows: long islands, f1s and mixed coarse fishing
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, crucian, barbel
Willows has two long islands and a bridge to its far side. That gives it a distinctive layout within the eight-lake complex.
Carp to 20 lb share the stock list with F1s, crucians, barbel and other coarse fish. Day and night tickets are advertised, with night sessions needing arrangement.
Carp to 20 lb, F1 carp, crucians, barbel and other coarse fish.
Lake photographs
A look around Willows
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Willows
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Suits
- Anglers interested in F1s and mixed coarse fish
- Anglers who enjoy island features
Maybe not for
- Anglers wanting a dedicated specimen-only water
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Willows
carp
Light baiting tight to the island margins
Carp patrol the island margins on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
crucian
Delicate float for crucians
Crucian bites are tiny dips and lifts, so a sensitive float shotted right down is what catches them.
- Fish a small insert waggler or pole float over-depth by an inch.
- Corn, maggot or a 4mm pellet on a size 16–18.
- Strike at any small movement — crucians rarely bury the float.
barbel
Pellet and boilie for the lake barbel
Lake barbel feed hard and fight harder. Use a strong rod and line, and rest them properly in the net before release.
- Halibut pellet or small boilie over a bed of pellet.
- Strong hooklink and a size 10–12 hook.
- Never hold barbel out of water long — keep them in the net until they've recovered.
Willows FAQs
Does Willows hold F1s?
Yes. F1 carp are listed alongside carp to 20 lb, crucians, barbel and other coarse fish.
Can I fish Willows at night?
Night tickets are advertised. Contact customer service to arrange night fishing.
What's the lake record on Willows?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to 20 lb, F1 carp, crucians, barbel and other coarse fish. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Willows?
carp, crucian, barbel. Carp to 20 lb, F1 carp, crucians, barbel and other coarse fish.
How big is Willows and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Long islands, F1s and mixed coarse fishing.
Which baits work well on Willows?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Willows further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: with the fish the fishery lists here, a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Willows get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. It's a day-ticket lake, so popular swims go early — arrive at first light or midweek if you can.
What weather suits bigger catches on Willows?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Hampton Springs Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Willows?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Is night fishing allowed on Willows?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Willows suit?
Good for: Anglers interested in F1s and mixed coarse fish; Anglers who enjoy island features. Less suited to: Anglers wanting a dedicated specimen-only water.
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Folly: syndicate specimen carp fishing with ten spaced-out pegs
- Size
- 3 acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Folly is the three-acre specimen-carp lake, with ten well-spaced pegs. It’s a separate proposition from the mixed coarse day-ticket waters.
Its dedicated page says syndicate-only, despite older day-ticket wording elsewhere. Phone the fishery for membership details rather than turning up expecting a day ticket.
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Folly
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Suits
- Anglers interested in syndicate membership
- Specimen-carp anglers wanting well-spaced pegs
Maybe not for
- Day-ticket anglers
- Anglers after mixed coarse fishing
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Folly
carp
Zigs in the warmer months
In clear, deep water carp often sit up in the layers on warm days. A zig is the only way to get a bait in front of them.
- Start at half depth and move up or down a foot at a time until you get bites.
- Black or foam hookbaits work well on bright days.
- Keep it simple — no freebies needed.
carp
A bigger bed of bait at range
On wide, open water the fish move about a lot — a decent bed of bait at range holds a passing group long enough to get a bite.
- Find a clean, hard spot with a marker float and clip up so every cast lands on it.
- Bait boats aren't allowed, so spod or throwing-stick the bait out — little and often.
- Mix boilies, pellet and particles so there's always something left for the fish to graze.
- Match the hookbait to the freebies.
Folly FAQs
Is Folly available on a day ticket?
Its dedicated page says syndicate-only. Treat that as the access arrangement rather than the older day-ticket wording.
How do I enquire about membership?
Telephone the fishery for membership details.
What's the lake record on Folly?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Folly that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
What fish are in Folly?
carp.
How big is Folly and how many swims?
Around 3 acres. Syndicate specimen carp fishing with ten spaced-out pegs.
Which baits work well on Folly?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Folly further up this page — it's built from the lake's features and the venue rules. As a rule, match your approach to the stock: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.
When does Folly get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Folly?
A mild south-westerly with falling pressure is the classic carp trigger, and overcast days usually beat bright, still ones. Check our live weather edge for Hampton Springs Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Folly?
Honestly, we don't rank pegs — the fish move with wind, pressure and pressure from other anglers. Have a walk and watch the water before you set up; the tips section above has what we've found so far.
Can I fish Folly on a day ticket?
No — Folly is syndicate or members only, so you'll need to sort a ticket direct with the fishery.
Is night fishing allowed on Folly?
We haven't seen a clear night-fishing rule for this lake. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Who does Folly suit?
Good for: Anglers interested in syndicate membership; Specimen-carp anglers wanting well-spaced pegs. Less suited to: Day-ticket anglers; Anglers after mixed coarse fishing.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Must
Do I need a rod licence, and is there a rod limit?
A rod licence is required. Maximum two rods per person.
- Must
Are there hook restrictions?
Use barbless hooks or crushed barbs. Hooks larger than size 8 are prohibited.
- No
Can I use bread, floating baits or fish on the surface?
Bread, floating baits and surface fishing are prohibited.
- No
Are bait boats allowed?
Bait boats are prohibited.
- Must
Are boilies and coarse pellets restricted?
Only Hampton Springs boilies and coarse pellets are permitted.
- Must
Do I need a mat and to dip my nets?
Every angler must have an unhooking mat. All nets must be dipped before fishing.
- No
Can I use a keepnet for pleasure fishing?
Keepnets are permitted only during matches, with a maximum of 50 lb per net.
- No
Are poles allowed on Alice Springs and Long Island?
Both lakes prohibit pole fishing and require carp tackle.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 5 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.
Tips & guides worth reading
How we'd fish each lake
Our own suggestions, worked out from each lake's features, its main fish and the venue rules. They're tried-and-tested methods, not reports from this venue, so watch the water and ask in the tackle shop on the day.
Poplars
carp
Chod or helicopter style over soft weed and silt
Where the bottom drops in and out of holes or there might be soft silt or weed, a pop-up that slides up the leader sits over the muck instead of disappearing into it — no need to find a perfectly clean spot.
- Single pop-up, 2–3in off the bottom.
- Fish it as a single hookbait or with a light scattering of freebies — a big bed defeats the point.
- Cast to likely holes and let the lead settle; don't drag it back.
carp
Zigs in the warmer months
In clear, deep water carp often sit up in the layers on warm days. A zig is the only way to get a bait in front of them.
- Start at half depth and move up or down a foot at a time until you get bites.
- Black or foam hookbaits work well on bright days.
- Keep it simple — no freebies needed.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
tench
Lift method float for tench
Tench feed with their heads down and tip baits up — the lift method shows that bite as the float rising and lying flat.
- Fish the margin at dawn with a straight waggler, locked by a single big shot 2–3in from the hook.
- Rake or lightly bait the swim with hemp, corn and maggot.
- Strike when the float lifts or lies flat. Bread, corn or worm on a size 12–14.
Alice Springs
carp
Light baiting tight to the island margins
Carp patrol the island margins on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
carp
Zigs in the warmer months
In clear, deep water carp often sit up in the layers on warm days. A zig is the only way to get a bait in front of them.
- Start at half depth and move up or down a foot at a time until you get bites.
- Black or foam hookbaits work well on bright days.
- Keep it simple — no freebies needed.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
tench
Method or maggot feeder for tench
Tench love margins and weedy patches. A feeder puts a small, tight patch of bait right by the hookbait.
- Fish 10–20 yards out, or tight to the cover where it's safe to land fish.
- Recast every 10–15 minutes early on to build the swim.
- Short hooklink with a dead red maggot, corn or a 8mm wafter.
Long Island
carp
Light baiting tight to the island margins
Carp patrol the island margins on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
Rock Pool
carp
Solid PVA bag over the snaggy bits
With the lily beds and a busy bottom, a solid bag keeps the hook point masked on the drop and sat neatly in a little pile of bait however rough the lakebed is.
- Tie a short, stiff hooklink (4–6in) so it packs into the bag without kinking.
- Fill the bag with a damp crumb mix and pack it tight — loose bags spill on the cast.
- Nick a wafter or small pop-up on the hair so it settles over the mix, not under it.
- Cast a few yards short of the feature, recast every couple of hours with a fresh bag.
carp
Light baiting tight to the lily beds
Carp patrol the lily beds on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
Meadows
barbel
Pellet and boilie for the lake barbel
Lake barbel feed hard and fight harder. Use a strong rod and line, and rest them properly in the net before release.
- Halibut pellet or small boilie over a bed of pellet.
- Strong hooklink and a size 10–12 hook.
- Never hold barbel out of water long — keep them in the net until they've recovered.
bream
Waggler and groundbait for bream
If they're within waggler range, float fishing over balls of groundbait is a great way to pick off bream.
- Ball in groundbait with casters and chopped worm at the start.
- Set the float a touch over-depth and watch for slow lifts.
- Top up when bites slow.
chub
Bread or worm tight to cover for chub
Chub sit under overhanging trees and snags and are cautious, so a quiet approach and a natural bait near cover catches them.
- Bread flake or lobworm on a size 8 hook with a link leger.
- Keep low and quiet on the bank.
- In summer, try a free-lined slug or floating crust.
perch
Worm or small lure for the perch
Perch hang round cover, boats and drop-offs. A lobworm on a light float, or a small lure worked along the features, will find them.
- Fish lobworm under a float tight to cover.
- On lures, try a small drop shot or soft shad near features.
- Feed chopped worm to keep them in the swim.
Oasis
carp
A neat lead-clip rig over a light scattering of bait
When you don't know the lake well yet, the simplest approach is the best start: a reliable bottom bait rig on a clean spot, with just enough bait to get a bite without filling them up.
- Feel the lead down to find a firm spot, then clip up so you hit it every cast.
- Fish a single boilie or wafter with 20–30 freebies around it.
- Leave one rod roving and recast it to showing fish.
Willows
carp
Light baiting tight to the island margins
Carp patrol the island margins on most venues. A handful of bait right on the edge often beats a heavy bed in open water, especially later in the day.
- Walk the bank first and look for bubbling, swirls or coloured water by the cover.
- Bait two or three spots with a few handfuls of chopped and whole boilies.
- Lower or flick the rig in quietly and back your line off with a back lead.
- Keep the drag set tight-ish — fish hooked by cover need turning quickly.
crucian
Delicate float for crucians
Crucian bites are tiny dips and lifts, so a sensitive float shotted right down is what catches them.
- Fish a small insert waggler or pole float over-depth by an inch.
- Corn, maggot or a 4mm pellet on a size 16–18.
- Strike at any small movement — crucians rarely bury the float.
barbel
Pellet and boilie for the lake barbel
Lake barbel feed hard and fight harder. Use a strong rod and line, and rest them properly in the net before release.
- Halibut pellet or small boilie over a bed of pellet.
- Strong hooklink and a size 10–12 hook.
- Never hold barbel out of water long — keep them in the net until they've recovered.
Folly
carp
Zigs in the warmer months
In clear, deep water carp often sit up in the layers on warm days. A zig is the only way to get a bait in front of them.
- Start at half depth and move up or down a foot at a time until you get bites.
- Black or foam hookbaits work well on bright days.
- Keep it simple — no freebies needed.
carp
A bigger bed of bait at range
On wide, open water the fish move about a lot — a decent bed of bait at range holds a passing group long enough to get a bite.
- Find a clean, hard spot with a marker float and clip up so every cast lands on it.
- Bait boats aren't allowed, so spod or throwing-stick the bait out — little and often.
- Mix boilies, pellet and particles so there's always something left for the fish to graze.
- Match the hookbait to the freebies.
Good background reading. Most of it is a few years old, so treat it as a starting point and ask on the day.
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What anglers reckon
7.8/10 from Tackle Index: Mixed coarse stocks, advertised carp to 30 lb on Long Island and a separate specimen lake give anglers plenty to aim for.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Eight spring-fed lakes, mixed coarse fishing and carp to get you thinking about a PB — Hampton Springs has plenty going on. Just pick your water before loading the car: some lakes need booking, and Folly is syndicate-only.”
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