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Bullock Farm Fishery
Five lakes, a proper mixed-coarse line-up and straightforward pay-on-the-bank fishing: Bullock Farm gives you plenty of choice for a day out. There’s a dedicated Carp Lake too, plus lakeside parking and plenty of level-access swims.
“7.9/10 — Five waters offer a broad mixed-coarse choice plus a dedicated Carp Lake with fish reported to 27.5lb.”
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The lowdown
Bullock Farm Fishery sits on Back Lane in Kingston Seymour, North Somerset, BS21 6XA. There are five fishing lakes here, with a combined water area listed as 6.25 acres by Get Hooked. The appeal is choice: a dedicated carp water, mixed fishing on the Match Lake and two pools, plus the 52-peg Rushcombe Lake.
- 5 lakes: Match Lake, Carp Lake, North Pool, South Pool, Rushcombe Lake
- Fish: carp, crucian, tench, bream, roach, rudd, chub, perch
- Tickets from: Adult day fishing — £11
- Find it: Clevedon · BS21 6XA
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Bullock Farm Fishery sits on Back Lane in Kingston Seymour, North Somerset, BS21 6XA. There are five fishing lakes here, with a combined water area listed as 6.25 acres by Get Hooked. The appeal is choice: a dedicated carp water, mixed fishing on the Match Lake and two pools, plus the 52-peg Rushcombe Lake. You can pick a water around what you fancy targeting rather than make every outing about chasing a lump.
Match Lake is the obvious starting point if you like a proper mixed species list. Its 31 swims include eight on an island reached by a bridge, and the fishery lists carp, crucians, tench, bream, roach, rudd, golden orfe, chub and perch. That gives it a different brief from the dedicated Carp Lake. You’re not restricted to thinking about carp all day, which is a big part of the attraction for an all-round coarse angler.
Carp Lake is the one to look at if carp are firmly on your mind. The fishery reports fish to 27.5lb and depths around 10ft in places following improvements. Its dedicated page lists 22 swims, although the overview still says 21. North Pool offers 25 pegs and carp to 16lb alongside perch, skimmers, roach and rudd. South Pool is smaller in peg count, with seven, and has bream to 6lb alongside carp, skimmers, roach, rudd and tench.
The day-to-day setup keeps things simple. Individual pegs cannot be booked: arrive, choose a swim and pay on the bank. Adult day fishing costs £11, with £9 concession and evening options, and extra rods carry no additional fishery charge. Fishing payments cannot be made by credit or debit card, so don’t turn up relying on a tap of your phone. Fishing runs dawn to dusk throughout the year; overnight sessions are off the menu.
There’s a useful practical side here too. Lakeside parking, toilets, showers and disabled toilets are available, along with numerous level-access swims. Some Rushcombe swims have parking alongside them, worth noting if keeping the tackle carry down matters. Tiffin Cafe provides refreshments when seasonally open. Bring your bait and tackle with you, though: neither bait sales nor equipment hire are available. Getting that sorted before leaving home saves a proper faff on arrival.
Pack for careful fish handling, not just catching. Barbless hooks, a disgorger, a landing mat and a suitable fish-friendly net are compulsory, and everything goes back. Boilies are hookbait only, not loose feed; dried nuts and bloodworm are banned, with other bait limited to 1kg. Those restrictions matter when planning your approach. This is designated-peg fishing too, with no stalking, bait boats or braided line, so build your session around the swim you choose.
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Bullock Farm Fishery FAQs
Do I need to book a peg?
No. Individual pegs cannot be booked: arrive, choose a swim and pay on the bank. Credit and debit cards are not accepted for fishing payments.
Are concessions and season tickets available?
Yes. Concession day fishing is £9 for ages 14 and under, OAPs and disabled anglers; proof may be requested. Annual tickets are £220 for adults or £180 for concessions. Email the fishery for an application form. Additional rods carry no extra fishery charge.
What access facilities are available?
There are disabled toilets and numerous level-access swims. Some Rushcombe swims have adjacent parking, and lakeside parking is available around the venue. Check specific access needs with the fishery before travelling.
Can I get food, bait or hire tackle?
Tiffin Cafe provides refreshments with seasonal opening. The fishery does not sell bait or hire equipment, so bring your fishing kit and bait with you.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Bullock Farm Fishery. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Clevedon.
Do I need to bring food?
There's tiffin cafe — seasonal opening 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 and showers.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
Yes — lakeside parking. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
BS21 6XA.
How much is a ticket?
Adult day fishing: £11; Concession day fishing — ages 14 and under, OAPs and disabled anglers: £9; Evening ticket — four hours of daylight or less: £9; Adult annual season ticket: £220; Concession annual season ticket: £180. Prices last checked 2026-10-06 — they can change, so check before you go.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Day tickets are available on Match Lake, Carp Lake, North Pool, South Pool, Rushcombe Lake. 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, crucian, tench, bream, roach, rudd, chub, perch. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
5 — Match Lake (Not published), Carp Lake (Not published), North Pool (Not published), South Pool (Not published), Rushcombe Lake (Not published).
Is night fishing allowed?
No — Fishing is dawn to dusk only.
Can I bring my dog?
No — Fishery rules prohibit both dogs and alcohol at the lakes.
Are bait boats allowed?
No — Both are prohibited.
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?
The fishery lists disabled toilets. 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.
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Match Lake: a proper mixed-species option with island swims
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, crucian, tench, bream, roach, rudd, chub, perch
Match Lake has 31 swims, including eight on a bridge-accessed island. That’s a distinctive bit of layout, although individual pegs cannot be reserved.
The species list is the big draw: carp share the water with crucians, tench, bream and a broad spread of other coarse fish, including golden orfe. A cracking option to consider when variety matters more than a carp-only brief.
The fishery lists carp, crucians, tench, bream, roach, rudd, golden orfe, chub and perch.
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Match Lake
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Suits
- Mixed-coarse anglers who enjoy a varied species list
- Anglers interested in an island swim
Maybe not for
- Anyone needing a guaranteed, prebooked peg
- Anglers wanting a dedicated carp water
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Match Lake
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.
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.
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.
Match Lake FAQs
How many island swims are there?
Eight of the lake’s 31 swims are on an island reached by a bridge.
Is it just carp fishing?
No. The fishery also lists crucians, tench, bream, roach, rudd, golden orfe, chub and perch.
What's the lake record on Match Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: The fishery lists carp, crucians, tench, bream, roach, rudd, golden orfe, chub and perch. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Match Lake?
carp, crucian, tench, bream, roach, rudd, chub, perch. The fishery lists carp, crucians, tench, bream, roach, rudd, golden orfe, chub and perch.
How big is Match Lake and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A proper mixed-species option with island swims.
Which baits work well on Match Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Match 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.
When does Match Lake 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 Match Lake?
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 Bullock Farm Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Match Lake?
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 Match Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Match Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day fishing £11; Concession day fishing — ages 14 and under, OAPs and disabled anglers £9; Evening ticket — four hours of daylight or less £9; Adult annual season ticket £220; Concession annual season ticket £180 (last checked 2026-10-06).
Is night fishing allowed on Match Lake?
No — Fishing is dawn to dusk only.
Who does Match Lake suit?
Good for: Mixed-coarse anglers who enjoy a varied species list; Anglers interested in an island swim. Less suited to: Anyone needing a guaranteed, prebooked peg; Anglers wanting a dedicated carp water.
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Carp Lake: the dedicated carp option, with depths around 10ft
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Carp Lake is the dedicated option for anglers with carp on the brain. The fishery reports fish to 27.5lb, giving this water the largest stated carp weight among the lakes described here.
Following improvements, depths reach around 10ft in places. The dedicated lake page lists 22 swims, while the overview still lists 21, so bear that small mismatch in mind rather than banking on an exact peg count.
The fishery reports carp to 27.5lb.
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Carp Lake
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Suits
- Day-session carp anglers
- Anglers interested in the venue’s largest stated carp
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- Anglers planning an overnight session
- Anyone wanting the broad listed species mix of Match Lake
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Carp Lake
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.
Venue rule: Leadcore is banned here, so run it on a mono or tubing leader with the top bead set to release — never fixed.
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 Lake FAQs
How big are the carp?
The fishery reports carp to 27.5lb; that is a stated maximum, not a promise of what your session will produce.
How many swims does Carp Lake have?
Its dedicated page lists 22, although the overview still says 21.
What's the lake record on Carp Lake?
Going by what the fishery says: The fishery reports carp to 27.5lb. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Carp Lake?
carp. The fishery reports carp to 27.5lb.
How big is Carp Lake and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. The dedicated carp option, with depths around 10ft.
Which baits work well on Carp Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Carp 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.
When does Carp Lake 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 Carp Lake?
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 Bullock Farm Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Carp Lake?
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 Carp Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Carp Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day fishing £11; Concession day fishing — ages 14 and under, OAPs and disabled anglers £9; Evening ticket — four hours of daylight or less £9; Adult annual season ticket £220; Concession annual season ticket £180 (last checked 2026-10-06).
Is night fishing allowed on Carp Lake?
No — Fishing is dawn to dusk only.
Who does Carp Lake suit?
Good for: Day-session carp anglers; Anglers interested in the venue’s largest stated carp. Less suited to: Anglers planning an overnight session; Anyone wanting the broad listed species mix of Match Lake.
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North Pool: twenty-five pegs with carp and a mixed-coarse supporting cast
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, perch, bream, roach, rudd
North Pool has 25 pegs and a mixed line-up of carp, perch, skimmers, roach and rudd. The fishery puts its carp at up to 16lb.
It’s worth considering if you want carp in the picture without choosing the dedicated Carp Lake. There’s a clear mixed-coarse brief here, with both carp and smaller species listed.
The fishery lists carp to 16lb, perch, skimmers, roach and rudd.
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North Pool
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Suits
- Anglers wanting carp alongside other coarse species
- Roach, rudd and perch enthusiasts
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- Anglers prioritising the venue’s largest stated carp
- Anyone needing to reserve a particular peg
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish North 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.
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.
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.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
North Pool FAQs
How many pegs are on North Pool?
There are 25 pegs.
What fish are listed?
Carp to 16lb, perch, skimmers, roach and rudd.
What's the lake record on North Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: The fishery lists carp to 16lb, perch, skimmers, roach and rudd. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in North Pool?
carp, perch, bream, roach, rudd. The fishery lists carp to 16lb, perch, skimmers, roach and rudd.
How big is North Pool and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Twenty-five pegs with carp and a mixed-coarse supporting cast.
Which baits work well on North Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for North 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 North 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 North 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 Bullock Farm Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on North 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 North Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — North Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day fishing £11; Concession day fishing — ages 14 and under, OAPs and disabled anglers £9; Evening ticket — four hours of daylight or less £9; Adult annual season ticket £220; Concession annual season ticket £180 (last checked 2026-10-06).
Is night fishing allowed on North Pool?
No — Fishing is dawn to dusk only.
Who does North Pool suit?
Good for: Anglers wanting carp alongside other coarse species; Roach, rudd and perch enthusiasts. Less suited to: Anglers prioritising the venue’s largest stated carp; Anyone needing to reserve a particular peg.
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South Pool: seven pegs and a mixed bag that includes tench
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- bream, carp, roach, rudd, tench
South Pool has just seven pegs, the lowest stated peg count of the five waters. Don’t confuse that with a published lake size, though: its individual acreage isn’t given.
Bream to 6lb are listed alongside carp, skimmers, roach, rudd and tench. That makes it another option for mixed-coarse fishing, particularly if bream and tench are on your wish list.
The fishery lists bream to 6lb, carp, skimmers, roach, rudd and tench.
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South Pool
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Suits
- Anglers interested in bream and tench
- Anyone drawn to a water with fewer pegs
Maybe not for
- Anglers wanting a wide choice of pegs on one water
- Anyone seeking a dedicated carp lake
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish South 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
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.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
rudd
Floating baits and shallow float for rudd
Rudd feed high in the water, often near reeds and lilies on warm days. Fish up in the water to them, not on the bottom.
- A light waggler set 1–2ft deep with a single maggot or caster on a size 18.
- Loose-feed little and often to bring them up.
- Floating bread flake works brilliantly in summer.
South Pool FAQs
How many pegs does South Pool have?
Seven, and individual pegs cannot be booked.
Are tench present?
Yes. The fishery lists tench alongside bream to 6lb, carp, skimmers, roach and rudd.
What's the lake record on South Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: The fishery lists bream to 6lb, carp, skimmers, roach, rudd and tench. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in South Pool?
bream, carp, roach, rudd, tench. The fishery lists bream to 6lb, carp, skimmers, roach, rudd and tench.
How big is South Pool and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Seven pegs and a mixed bag that includes tench.
Which baits work well on South Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for South 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 South 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 South 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 Bullock Farm Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on South 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 South Pool on a day ticket?
Yes — South Pool is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day fishing £11; Concession day fishing — ages 14 and under, OAPs and disabled anglers £9; Evening ticket — four hours of daylight or less £9; Adult annual season ticket £220; Concession annual season ticket £180 (last checked 2026-10-06).
Is night fishing allowed on South Pool?
No — Fishing is dawn to dusk only.
Who does South Pool suit?
Good for: Anglers interested in bream and tench; Anyone drawn to a water with fewer pegs. Less suited to: Anglers wanting a wide choice of pegs on one water; Anyone seeking a dedicated carp lake.
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Rushcombe Lake: fifty-two pegs, with adjacent parking at some swims
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp
Rushcombe Lake has 52 pegs according to the fishery’s overview. That’s the highest stated peg count in the complex, though it doesn’t tell you which swims will be free when you arrive.
Some swims have adjacent parking, a useful practical detail if tackle carrying is a concern. A lake-specific species list isn’t supplied here, so check with the fishery if you’re heading over with a particular target in mind.
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Rushcombe Lake
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Suits
- Anglers looking for a water with plenty of designated pegs
- Anyone interested in swims with adjacent parking
Maybe not for
- Anglers needing a confirmed lake-specific species list before choosing
- Anyone needing to prebook an accessible peg
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Rushcombe Lake
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.
Rushcombe Lake FAQs
How many pegs are listed?
The official overview lists 52 pegs.
Can I park beside my swim?
Some Rushcombe swims have adjacent parking, but this does not apply to every peg and individual pegs cannot be reserved.
What's the lake record on Rushcombe Lake?
The fishery hasn't published a record for Rushcombe 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.
What fish are in Rushcombe Lake?
carp.
How big is Rushcombe Lake and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. Fifty-two pegs, with adjacent parking at some swims.
Which baits work well on Rushcombe Lake?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Rushcombe 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.
When does Rushcombe Lake 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 Rushcombe Lake?
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 Bullock Farm Fishery before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Rushcombe Lake?
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 Rushcombe Lake on a day ticket?
Yes — Rushcombe Lake is on the day ticket. Tickets: Adult day fishing £11; Concession day fishing — ages 14 and under, OAPs and disabled anglers £9; Evening ticket — four hours of daylight or less £9; Adult annual season ticket £220; Concession annual season ticket £180 (last checked 2026-10-06).
Is night fishing allowed on Rushcombe Lake?
No — Fishing is dawn to dusk only.
Who does Rushcombe Lake suit?
Good for: Anglers looking for a water with plenty of designated pegs; Anyone interested in swims with adjacent parking. Less suited to: Anglers needing a confirmed lake-specific species list before choosing; Anyone needing to prebook an accessible peg.
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Venue Rule Checker
- No
Is night fishing allowed?
Fishing is dawn to dusk only.
- Must
Are catch-and-release and fish-care equipment compulsory?
Return all fish carefully. Barbless hooks, a disgorger, a landing mat and a fish-friendly landing net suitable for 15lb-plus fish are mandatory. Never place fish directly on the ground, even inside a net. Keepnets must be fish-friendly, with large and small fish separated.
- Yes
Can I use boilies?
Hookbait only, not loose feed. Dried nuts and bloodworm are banned; other bait is limited to 1kg. Do not discard surplus bait into the lakes.
- No
Are braided line and bait boats allowed?
Both are prohibited.
- Must
Must I fish from a designated peg?
Fish from designated pegs. Stalking and leaving rods unattended in the water are prohibited.
- Must
Do children need adult supervision?
Anglers aged 14 and under require adult accompaniment. Non-fishing visitors under 18 require adult supervision.
- No
Are dogs or alcohol allowed at the lakes?
Fishery rules prohibit both dogs and alcohol at the lakes.
- No
Can I pay for fishing by card?
Credit and debit cards are not accepted for fishing payments. Choose a swim and pay on the bank; individual pegs cannot be booked.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 6 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.
Match Lake
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.
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.
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.
Carp Lake
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.
Venue rule: Leadcore is banned here, so run it on a mono or tubing leader with the top bead set to release — never fixed.
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.
North 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.
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.
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.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
South 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
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.
roach
Float maggot for roach
On a mixed lake a waggler and a pint of maggots is the easiest way to keep the float going under all day.
- Feed six to ten maggots every cast.
- Shallow up if bites come on the drop.
- Size 18 hook and light hooklength.
rudd
Floating baits and shallow float for rudd
Rudd feed high in the water, often near reeds and lilies on warm days. Fish up in the water to them, not on the bottom.
- A light waggler set 1–2ft deep with a single maggot or caster on a size 18.
- Loose-feed little and often to bring them up.
- Floating bread flake works brilliantly in summer.
Rushcombe Lake
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.
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
7.9/10 from Tackle Index: Five waters offer a broad mixed-coarse choice plus a dedicated Carp Lake with fish reported to 27.5lb.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Five lakes, a proper mixed-coarse line-up and straightforward pay-on-the-bank fishing: Bullock Farm gives you plenty of choice for a day out. There’s a dedicated Carp Lake too, plus lakeside parking and plenty of level-access swims.”
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