S&R Fishery

Mats and slings are supplied. Bring your own net and disinfect it before setting up.

The published arrival is 11am and departure is 10am, despite the 24/48-hour ticket labels. Plan around those times.

Going by what the fishery says: Sandpit advertises 500 carp. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.

carp. Sandpit advertises 500 carp.

Around 10 acres. Five islands and overnight carp tickets.

We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Sandpit Lake 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.

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.

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 S&R Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.

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.

Yes — Sandpit Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Sandpit fishing: 24 hours £35; Sandpit fishing: 48 hours £70; Sandpit fishing: 48 hours including food; meals are not specified £95; Bear Pool: per advertised 24 hours, including exclusive lake fishing for two; accommodation sleeps three £150; Charlie's whole-lake bookings: Monday–Friday from £850; Charlie's whole-lake bookings: Friday–Monday from £750; Jacqui's lodge: Monday–Friday, including fishing for two guests from £1,350; Jacqui's lodge: Friday–Monday, including fishing for two guests from £1,250; The Retreat lodge: Monday–Friday from £999; The Retreat lodge: Friday–Monday from £850; Mine's Retreat lodge: Monday–Friday from £1,199; Mine's Retreat lodge: Friday–Monday from £999 (last checked 2026-10-03).

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.

Good for: Anglers wanting an overnight carp session; Carpers who enjoy investigating islands and depth changes. Less suited to: Anglers wanting to fish zig rigs or particles; Anyone bringing a dog.

Up to four anglers.

The fishery requires anglers to use the supplied nets, mats, slings and weighing equipment.

The fishery hasn't published a record for Specimen Lake that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.

carp.

Around 2.5 acres. Exclusive lake fishing with a well-equipped lodge.

We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Specimen Lake 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.

Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.

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 S&R Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.

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.

You'll need to book Specimen Lake in advance rather than just turning up.

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.

Good for: Groups of up to four anglers; Anglers wanting lodge comforts alongside their fishing. Less suited to: Anyone wanting to use their own fish-care equipment.

Yes — The Retreat and Mine’s Retreat, each with its own advertised prices.

Advertised facilities include two bedrooms, a hot tub, air conditioning and covered outdoor seating.

Going by what the fishery says: Advertised stock of 120 carp weighing 12–35lb+. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.

carp. Advertised stock of 120 carp weighing 12–35lb+.

Around 3 acres. A three-acre carp lake with two lodge options.

We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Retreat Lake 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.

Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.

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 S&R Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.

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.

You'll need to book Retreat Lake in advance rather than just turning up.

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.

Good for: Carpers planning a lodge break; Guests wanting the advertised comforts at Mine’s Retreat. Less suited to: Anyone only looking for a simple ticket without accommodation.

Message S&R on Facebook or telephone Lee with the fishery.

Whole-lake bookings allow up to four people with three rods each.

Going by what the fishery says: Charlie's dedicated page advertises 90 carp weighing 20–39lb+. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.

carp. Charlie's dedicated page advertises 90 carp weighing 20–39lb+.

Around 2 acres. Whole-lake bookings for up to four people.

We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Charlie'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.

Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.

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 S&R Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.

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.

You'll need to book Charlie's Pool in advance rather than just turning up.

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.

Good for: Groups of up to four wanting a whole lake; Carpers drawn to the advertised 20–39lb+ stock. Less suited to: Groups larger than four; Anyone needing confirmed arrival times without contacting the fishery.

Accommodation sleeps three; the advertised package includes fishing for two.

Arrival is noon and departure is 10:30am.

Going by what the fishery says: 60 carp reaching upper-30lb weights. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.

carp. 60 carp reaching upper-30lb weights.

Around 1 acres. A compact exclusive pool with fishing for two.

We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Bear 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.

Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.

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 S&R Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.

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.

You'll need to book Bear Pool in advance rather than just turning up.

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.

Good for: Two anglers wanting exclusive lake fishing; Anglers who prefer a compact water. Less suited to: Groups needing more than two included fishing places.

The lodge accommodates four guests, but its price includes fishing for two.

Yes — Jacqui’s lodge welcomes two well-behaved dogs.

The fishery hasn't published a record for Jacqui's Pool that we've found. The fishery doesn't say on what we've checked, so give them a quick call before you set off.

carp.

Around Not published acres. A lodge break with a hot tub and fishing for two.

We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Jacqui'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: a solid food-source boilie and a tidy presentation will catch anywhere on the complex.

Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.

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 S&R Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.

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.

You'll need to book Jacqui's Pool in advance rather than just turning up.

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.

Good for: Parties of four with two fishing guests; Guests bringing up to two well-behaved dogs. Less suited to: Parties needing four included fishing places; Anglers wanting published stock details before choosing.