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Husbands Bosworth Water
Husbands Bosworth Water is officially presented as Friezeland Pools near Market Bosworth, with five carp-and-coarse pools, day tickets, matches and bookable Friday/Saturday night fishing.
“7.7/10 — Five carp-and-coarse pools offer pleasure fishing, matches and night sessions, with carp plus tench, bream and chub.”
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The lowdown
Quick bit of housekeeping first: this venue is officially presented as Friezeland Pools, next to Bosworth Lakeside Lodges. It’s near Market Bosworth rather than Husbands Bosworth village, with the address listed as Friezeland Farm, Wellsborough Road, Market Bosworth.
- 5 lakes: Friezeland Pool, Lower Friezeland Pool, Upper Friezeland Pool, Pam’s Pool, Pats Pool
- Fish: carp, tench, bream, chub
- Tickets from: Adult day ticket — £10
- Find it: Husbands Bosworth · CV13 6PD
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The full rundown on Husbands Bosworth Water
Quick bit of housekeeping first: this venue is officially presented as Friezeland Pools, next to Bosworth Lakeside Lodges. It’s near Market Bosworth rather than Husbands Bosworth village, with the address listed as Friezeland Farm, Wellsborough Road, Market Bosworth.
The complex has five carp and coarse-fishing pools, so there’s a decent spread of swims and fishing styles. The pools are aimed at pleasure anglers, match lads and anyone after a night on the bank. Carp dominate across the venue, with tench, bream and chub adding a bit of variety.
Friezeland Pool has 24 pegs and is approximately 1 acre. It’s stocked about 90% carp and 10% tench, making it the obvious little commercial-style pool for a bend in the rod and a few fish on the ticket. It’s available for pleasure fishing, matches and nights.
Lower Friezeland Pool also has 24 pegs, with a mix of about 85% carp, 10% tench and 5% bream. That extra bream content gives it a slightly broader coarse-fishing feel, while the carp still make up the main event. Match and pleasure fishing are both permitted.
Upper Friezeland Pool has 20 pegs and is stocked about 92% carp and 8% bream. It’s described as the most popular night-fishing lake, so this is the one to look at if you fancy a longer session. Pam’s Pool has 15 pegs, is around 8 feet deep and is open for all-year fishing, matches and nights.
Pats Pool has 15 pegs and is about 95% carp, with chub and bream making up the remainder. Across the wider complex there are also bream and perch. No acreage is published for the other lakes, so it’s best to check the pool layout and availability when booking or arriving.
Day tickets are £10 for adults, £8 for OAPs and £5 for juniors, with parking and toilet facilities included. Juniors must be accompanied by an adult. The fishery is open all year: summer hours are 7am to 7pm, and winter hours are 7am to 6pm. Ordinary day fishing doesn’t need booking, while night fishing is Friday and Saturday only and must be booked by phone.
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Husbands Bosworth Water FAQs
Where is the venue actually located?
It is officially presented as Friezeland Pools, at Friezeland Farm, Wellsborough Road, Market Bosworth, next to Bosworth Lakeside Lodges.
How many pools are on the complex?
There are five carp and coarse-fishing pools.
Are parking and toilets included?
Yes. Day-ticket prices include parking and toilet facilities.
How do I book a night ticket?
Night fishing is available Friday and Saturday nights only and must be booked by telephone with the fishery.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Husbands Bosworth Water. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Husbands Bosworth.
Do I need to bring food?
There's tea and coffee by arrangement with the bailiff listed, but opening times vary, so pack snacks and plenty of water just in case — especially on a long session.
Are there toilets on site?
Yes — the fishery lists toilets.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
Yes — parking included with day tickets. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
CV13 6PD.
How much is a ticket?
Adult day ticket: £10; OAP day ticket: £8; Junior day ticket: £5; 12-hour night ticket: £15; 24-hour night ticket: £25. Prices last checked 2026-10-10 — they can change, so check before you go.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Day tickets are available on Friezeland Pool, Lower Friezeland Pool, Upper Friezeland Pool, Pam’s Pool, Pats Pool. 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, tench, bream, chub. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
5 — Friezeland Pool (Approximately 1 acre), Lower Friezeland Pool (Not published), Upper Friezeland Pool (Not published), Pam’s Pool (Not published), Pats Pool (Not published).
Is night fishing allowed?
No — Night fishing is available Friday and Saturday nights only.
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?
We haven't seen a bait-boat rule listed. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
Do I need barbless hooks?
Most UK fisheries prefer barbless or micro-barbed hooks — ask on arrival if unsure.
Do I need my own unhooking mat or cradle?
Bring one either way — most fisheries expect it and the fish deserve it.
Is it suitable for disabled anglers?
We haven't seen disabled access listed. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.
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.
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Friezeland Pool: a compact, carp-heavy pool with 24 pegs.
- Size
- Approximately 1 acre acres
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, tench
Friezeland Pool has 24 pegs and is approximately 1 acre. It’s available for pleasure fishing, matches and night fishing.
With the pool stocked about 90% carp and 10% tench, the main target is clear. A simple carp approach should be the starting point, with tench adding a cheeky bit of variety.
Stocked about 90% carp and 10% tench.
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Husbands Bosworth Water
Friezeland Pool
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Suits
- Pleasure anglers wanting carp and tench
- Match anglers and night-fishing sessions
Maybe not for
- Anglers after a broad mix of species or a large-water challenge
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Friezeland Pool
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.
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.
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.
Friezeland Pool FAQs
How many pegs does Friezeland Pool have?
There are 24 pegs.
What is Friezeland Pool stocked with?
It is stocked about 90% carp and 10% tench.
What's the lake record on Friezeland Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Stocked about 90% carp and 10% tench. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Friezeland Pool?
carp, tench. Stocked about 90% carp and 10% tench.
How big is Friezeland Pool and how many swims?
Around Approximately 1 acre acres. A compact, carp-heavy pool with 24 pegs..
Which baits work well on Friezeland Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Friezeland 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 Friezeland 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 Friezeland 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 Husbands Bosworth Water before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Friezeland 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 Friezeland Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Friezeland Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day ticket £10; OAP day ticket £8; Junior day ticket £5; 12-hour night ticket £15; 24-hour night ticket £25 (last checked 2026-10-10).
Is night fishing allowed on Friezeland Pool?
No — Night fishing is available Friday and Saturday nights only.
Who does Friezeland Pool suit?
Good for: Pleasure anglers wanting carp and tench; Match anglers and night-fishing sessions. Less suited to: Anglers after a broad mix of species or a large-water challenge.
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Lower Friezeland Pool: a 24-peg pool with carp, tench and bream.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, tench, bream
Lower Friezeland Pool has 24 pegs and permits both match and pleasure fishing. It offers a similar carp-led setup, but with a touch more coarse-fish variety.
The stated stocking is about 85% carp, 10% tench and 5% bream. That makes it a decent option if you fancy targeting carp while keeping the door open for tench or bream.
Stocked about 85% carp, 10% tench and 5% bream.
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Lower Friezeland Pool
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Suits
- Pleasure anglers after carp with some variety
- Match anglers looking for a 24-peg pool
Maybe not for
- Anglers specifically chasing specialist species
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Lower Friezeland Pool
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.
- Spread the bait with a spod or throwing stick — 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.
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.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
Lower Friezeland Pool FAQs
Can you fish matches on Lower Friezeland Pool?
Yes. Match and pleasure fishing are permitted.
What species are stocked in Lower Friezeland Pool?
About 85% carp, 10% tench and 5% bream.
What's the lake record on Lower Friezeland Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Stocked about 85% carp, 10% tench and 5% bream. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Lower Friezeland Pool?
carp, tench, bream. Stocked about 85% carp, 10% tench and 5% bream.
How big is Lower Friezeland Pool and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A 24-peg pool with carp, tench and bream..
Which baits work well on Lower Friezeland Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Lower Friezeland 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 Lower Friezeland 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 Lower Friezeland 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 Husbands Bosworth Water before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Lower Friezeland 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 Lower Friezeland Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Lower Friezeland Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day ticket £10; OAP day ticket £8; Junior day ticket £5; 12-hour night ticket £15; 24-hour night ticket £25 (last checked 2026-10-10).
Is night fishing allowed on Lower Friezeland Pool?
No — Night fishing is available Friday and Saturday nights only.
Who does Lower Friezeland Pool suit?
Good for: Pleasure anglers after carp with some variety; Match anglers looking for a 24-peg pool. Less suited to: Anglers specifically chasing specialist species.
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Upper Friezeland Pool: the complex’s most popular night-fishing lake.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, bream
Upper Friezeland Pool has 20 pegs and is described as the most popular night-fishing lake at the complex. It’s the natural pick for anglers planning a longer session.
The stocking is about 92% carp and 8% bream, so carp are very much the main target. Night fishing is available on Friday and Saturday nights by telephone booking.
Stocked about 92% carp and 8% bream.
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Upper Friezeland Pool
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Suits
- Anglers planning a night session
- Carp anglers who like a focused stocking
Maybe not for
- Anglers after lots of different species
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Upper Friezeland Pool
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.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
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.
Upper Friezeland Pool FAQs
How many pegs are on Upper Friezeland Pool?
There are 20 pegs.
When is night fishing available?
Night fishing is available Friday and Saturday nights only, with telephone booking required.
What's the lake record on Upper Friezeland Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Stocked about 92% carp and 8% bream. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Upper Friezeland Pool?
carp, bream. Stocked about 92% carp and 8% bream.
How big is Upper Friezeland Pool and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. The complex’s most popular night-fishing lake..
Which baits work well on Upper Friezeland Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Upper Friezeland 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 Upper Friezeland 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 Upper Friezeland 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 Husbands Bosworth Water before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Upper Friezeland 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 Upper Friezeland Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Upper Friezeland Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day ticket £10; OAP day ticket £8; Junior day ticket £5; 12-hour night ticket £15; 24-hour night ticket £25 (last checked 2026-10-10).
Is night fishing allowed on Upper Friezeland Pool?
No — Night fishing is available Friday and Saturday nights only.
Who does Upper Friezeland Pool suit?
Good for: Anglers planning a night session; Carp anglers who like a focused stocking. Less suited to: Anglers after lots of different species.
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Pam’s Pool: an all-year pool with a stated depth of around 8 feet.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, chub, bream
Pam’s Pool has 15 pegs and is approximately 8 feet deep. It’s available for all-year fishing, matches and night fishing, giving it a handy bit of flexibility.
The pool is stocked about 85% carp, 10% chub and 5% bream. Carp should be the main plan, but the chub and bream add a bit of interest if the swim goes quiet.
Stocked about 85% carp, 10% chub and 5% bream.
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A look around Pam’s Pool
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Pam’s Pool
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Suits
- Anglers wanting an all-year option
- Pleasure and match anglers after carp with chub and bream
Maybe not for
- Anglers looking for a shallow or highly mixed fishery
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Pam’s Pool
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.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
Pam’s Pool FAQs
How deep is Pam’s Pool?
It is approximately 8 feet deep.
What fishing is available on Pam’s Pool?
All-year fishing, matches and night fishing are available.
What's the lake record on Pam’s Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Stocked about 85% carp, 10% chub and 5% bream. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Pam’s Pool?
carp, chub, bream. Stocked about 85% carp, 10% chub and 5% bream.
How big is Pam’s Pool and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. An all-year pool with a stated depth of around 8 feet..
Which baits work well on Pam’s Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Pam’s 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 Pam’s 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 Pam’s 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 Husbands Bosworth Water before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Pam’s 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 Pam’s Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Pam’s Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day ticket £10; OAP day ticket £8; Junior day ticket £5; 12-hour night ticket £15; 24-hour night ticket £25 (last checked 2026-10-10).
Is night fishing allowed on Pam’s Pool?
No — Night fishing is available Friday and Saturday nights only.
Who does Pam’s Pool suit?
Good for: Anglers wanting an all-year option; Pleasure and match anglers after carp with chub and bream. Less suited to: Anglers looking for a shallow or highly mixed fishery.
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Pats Pool: a small, strongly carp-focused pool with 15 pegs.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, chub, bream
Pats Pool has 15 pegs and is stocked about 95% carp, with chub and bream making up the remainder. It’s another focused carp pool within the five-pool complex.
The smaller peg count could suit anglers who prefer a more compact venue. Chub and bream provide the extra species interest, but carp are clearly the headline target.
Stocked about 95% carp, with chub and bream making up the remainder.
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A look around Pats Pool
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Pats Pool
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Suits
- Carp-focused pleasure anglers
- Anglers who prefer a smaller pool
Maybe not for
- Anglers wanting a big spread of species or a large lake
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Pats Pool
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.
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.
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.
Pats Pool FAQs
How many pegs does Pats Pool have?
There are 15 pegs.
What is Pats Pool stocked with?
About 95% carp, with chub and bream making up the remainder.
What's the lake record on Pats Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Stocked about 95% carp, with chub and bream making up the remainder. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Pats Pool?
carp, chub, bream. Stocked about 95% carp, with chub and bream making up the remainder.
How big is Pats Pool and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A small, strongly carp-focused pool with 15 pegs..
Which baits work well on Pats Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Pats 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 Pats 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 Pats 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 Husbands Bosworth Water before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Pats 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 Pats Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — Pats Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day ticket £10; OAP day ticket £8; Junior day ticket £5; 12-hour night ticket £15; 24-hour night ticket £25 (last checked 2026-10-10).
Is night fishing allowed on Pats Pool?
No — Night fishing is available Friday and Saturday nights only.
Who does Pats Pool suit?
Good for: Carp-focused pleasure anglers; Anglers who prefer a smaller pool. Less suited to: Anglers wanting a big spread of species or a large lake.
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Venue Rule Checker
- Yes
Is ordinary day fishing available without booking?
All ponds are open and no booking is required for ordinary fishing.
- Must
Do juniors need an accompanying adult?
Juniors must be accompanied by an adult.
- No
Is night fishing available every night?
Night fishing is available Friday and Saturday nights only.
- Must
Does night fishing require booking?
Night fishing must be booked by telephone with the fishery.
- Yes
Is the fishery open all year?
The official opening-times page says the fishery is open all year round.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 10 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.
Rules and prices change through the season. Follow and we'll flag changes the fishery or other anglers report.
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.
Friezeland Pool
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.
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.
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.
Lower Friezeland Pool
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.
- Spread the bait with a spod or throwing stick — 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.
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.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
Upper Friezeland Pool
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.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
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.
Pam’s Pool
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.
bream
Groundbait feeder at range for bream
Bream shoal up and graze over open, silty areas. A steady stream of groundbait in one spot keeps a shoal in front of you.
- Clip up and hit the same spot every cast.
- Start with 8–10 feeders quickly, then recast every 5 minutes.
- Worm, maggot or corn on a size 14–16.
Pats Pool
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.
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.
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.
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
7.7/10 from Tackle Index: Five carp-and-coarse pools offer pleasure fishing, matches and night sessions, with carp plus tench, bream and chub.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Husbands Bosworth Water is officially presented as Friezeland Pools near Market Bosworth, with five carp-and-coarse pools, day tickets, matches and bookable Friday/Saturday night fishing.”
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