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Burton Mutual Angling Association Lakes
Burton Mutual Angling Association’s Kingstanding Pools give members three different angling options: a proper tench and crucian pool, a modest carp water and a mixed-species pool with the biggest carp to around 20 lb. It’s club-water fishing rather than a day-ticket bash, with night fishing restricted to Bottom Pool.
“7.6/10 — Three pools offer tench, crucians, bream, carp, pike and mixed coarse fishing, including carp to about 20 lb.”
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Burton Mutual Angling Association is a long-established club, dating back to the 19th century, and its Kingstanding Pools sit on Newborough Road at Needwood, Burton upon Trent. The venue is made up of Top Pool, Middle Pool and Bottom Pool, each with a slightly different job to do.
- 3 lakes: Top Pool, Middle Pool, Bottom Pool
- Fish: tench, crucian, bream, roach, perch, rudd, carp, pike
- Tickets from: Adult membership — £100
- Find it: Burton upon Trent · DE13 9PD
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The full rundown on Burton Mutual Angling Association Lakes
Burton Mutual Angling Association is a long-established club, dating back to the 19th century, and its Kingstanding Pools sit on Newborough Road at Needwood, Burton upon Trent. The venue is made up of Top Pool, Middle Pool and Bottom Pool, each with a slightly different job to do.
Top Pool is the one for a classic float session. It holds tench to about 6 lb, crucians to around 1.25 lb and bream to about 5 lb, plus skimmers, rudd, roach, perch and the occasional small carp. Depths run from roughly 2.5 ft to 6 ft, so there’s plenty of scope for working the margins and shallower shelves when the weather warms up.
Middle Pool is more straightforwardly a carp water, with fish to about 10 lb. Roach, rudd and perch add a bit of variety, while the dam end is generally around 6 ft deep. It looks suited to a tidy, close-range carp approach rather than chasing lumps into double figures.
Bottom Pool is the most varied option and the only one where night fishing is allowed. Carp go to about 20 lb, with pike to around 10 lb and bream to about 5 lb, alongside skimmers, roach and perch. Depths range from roughly 2.5 ft around the islands to about 6 ft in the bay and towards the dam.
For tactics, the islands and shallower water on Bottom Pool should be worth a look in warmer conditions, while the bay and dam area offer deeper water. Top Pool’s changing depth should suit float anglers hunting tench, crucians and bream. As ever, the margins and obvious depth changes are the places to start before spreading bait everywhere.
Night fishing is tightly controlled. Bottom Pool allows 24-hour stays from 31 March to 30 September and 48-hour stays from 1 October to the end of February. After the maximum stay, anglers must leave the venue for at least 24 hours. Top and Middle Pools are daytime-only.
Access is through a locked private gate, so a club key is needed. Membership also covers BMAA stillwaters and other club waters. No bait boats, no dogs and no fires, while all litter must be taken away. Keep it tidy, fish within the rules and it sounds like a bob-on choice for members wanting several flavours of stillwater fishing.
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Burton Mutual Angling Association Lakes FAQs
Is Kingstanding Pools a day-ticket fishery?
It is controlled by Burton Mutual Angling Association, with access through membership and a club key rather than a listed day ticket.
Where is the venue?
BMAA Kingstanding Pools is on Newborough Road, Needwood, Burton upon Trent.
What does membership cost?
The listed prices are £100 adult, £60 OAP and £20 junior, with a £20 joining fee for new adult or OAP members.
How many pools are there?
There are three: Top Pool, Middle Pool and Bottom Pool.
Where's the nearest tackle shop?
We haven't found a tackle shop on site at Burton Mutual Angling Association Lakes. Sort your bait and end tackle before you travel, as there's no guarantee of anything close by near Burton upon Trent.
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 parking bays near the toilet block.
Is there parking, and how close is it to the swims?
Yes — parking bays near the toilet block. Walks to the further pegs can be a trek, so a barrow helps.
What's the postcode for the sat nav?
DE13 9PD.
How much is a ticket?
Adult membership: £100; OAP membership: £60; Junior membership: £20; New adult or OAP joining fee: £20. Prices last checked 2026-10-09 — they can change, so check before you go.
Can I just turn up, or do I need to book?
Burton Mutual Angling Association Lakes isn't day-ticket water — Top Pool, Middle Pool, Bottom Pool are members or syndicate only.
What fish are in there?
Across the lakes you'll find tench, crucian, bream, roach, perch, rudd, carp, pike. See each lake tab for which fish live where.
How many lakes are there?
3 — Top Pool (Not published), Middle Pool (Not published), Bottom Pool (Not published).
Is night fishing allowed?
No — Night fishing is not allowed on Top Pool.
Can I bring my dog?
No — Dogs are not allowed, fires are prohibited and all litter must be taken away.
Are bait boats allowed?
No — Bait boats are not allowed at Kingstanding Pools.
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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Top Pool: a shallow, mixed coarse pool with proper tench, crucian and bream appeal.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- tench, crucian, bream, roach, perch, rudd, carp
Top Pool is the float-fishing option of the three. It is known for tench, crucians and bream, with skimmers, rudd, roach, perch and the occasional small carp adding extra bites.
Depths range from about 2.5 ft to 6 ft. That gives plenty to explore, from the margins and shallower areas to the deeper water. Night fishing is not allowed here.
Tenches to about 6 lb, crucians to about 1.25 lb, bream to about 5 lb plus skimmers, with rudd, roach, perch and occasional small carp.
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Top Pool
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Suits
- Daytime float anglers after tench, crucians and bream.
- Anglers who enjoy mixed coarse fishing and changing depth.
Maybe not for
- Night anglers, as overnight fishing is not allowed.
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Top 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
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.
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.
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.
Top Pool FAQs
What are the main fish in Top Pool?
Tench, crucians and bream are the main species, with skimmers, rudd, roach, perch and occasional small carp also present.
How deep is Top Pool?
Depths range from about 2.5 ft to 6 ft.
What's the lake record on Top Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Tenches to about 6 lb, crucians to about 1.25 lb, bream to about 5 lb plus skimmers, with rudd, roach, perch and occasional small carp. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Top Pool?
tench, crucian, bream, roach, perch, rudd, carp. Tenches to about 6 lb, crucians to about 1.25 lb, bream to about 5 lb plus skimmers, with rudd, roach, perch and occasional small carp.
How big is Top Pool and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A shallow, mixed coarse pool with proper tench, crucian and bream appeal..
Which baits work well on Top Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Top 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 Top Pool get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Top 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 Burton Mutual Angling Association Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Top 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 Top Pool on a day ticket?
No — Top Pool is syndicate or members only, so you'll need to sort a ticket direct with the fishery.
Is night fishing allowed on Top Pool?
No — Night fishing is not allowed on Top Pool.
Who does Top Pool suit?
Good for: Daytime float anglers after tench, crucians and bream.; Anglers who enjoy mixed coarse fishing and changing depth.. Less suited to: Night anglers, as overnight fishing is not allowed..
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Middle Pool: a focused club carp pool with fish to around 10 lb.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, roach, rudd, perch
Middle Pool is primarily a carp water, with carp to about 10 lb. Roach, rudd and perch bring a bit of variety, but the main draw is the carp fishing.
The dam end is generally about 6 ft deep, giving a useful starting point for finding the deeper water. This is a daytime-only pool, with no night fishing allowed.
Carp to about 10 lb, plus roach, rudd and perch.
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Middle Pool
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Suits
- Members after manageable carp on straightforward club water.
- Day anglers who like a carp-first approach with a few bonus species.
Maybe not for
- Anglers wanting overnight sessions or bigger carp.
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Middle 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
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.
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.
Middle Pool FAQs
What size carp are in Middle Pool?
The pool holds carp to about 10 lb.
Can you night fish Middle Pool?
No. Night fishing is not allowed on Middle Pool.
What's the lake record on Middle Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to about 10 lb, plus roach, rudd and perch. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
What fish are in Middle Pool?
carp, roach, rudd, perch. Carp to about 10 lb, plus roach, rudd and perch.
How big is Middle Pool and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. A focused club carp pool with fish to around 10 lb..
Which baits work well on Middle Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Middle 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 Middle Pool get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Middle 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 Burton Mutual Angling Association Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Middle 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 Middle Pool on a day ticket?
No — Middle Pool is syndicate or members only, so you'll need to sort a ticket direct with the fishery.
Is night fishing allowed on Middle Pool?
No — Night fishing is not allowed on Top Pool.
Who does Middle Pool suit?
Good for: Members after manageable carp on straightforward club water.; Day anglers who like a carp-first approach with a few bonus species.. Less suited to: Anglers wanting overnight sessions or bigger carp..
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Bottom Pool: the biggest and most flexible pool, with carp, pike and mixed coarse fishing.
- Size
- Not published
- Swims
- Not published
- Max anglers
- —
- Species
- carp, pike, bream, roach, perch
Bottom Pool is the mixed-species option and holds the largest carp quoted for Kingstanding Pools, to about 20 lb. Pike go to around 10 lb and bream to about 5 lb, with skimmers, roach and perch also present.
The water ranges from about 2.5 ft around the islands to roughly 6 ft in the bay and towards the dam. Night fishing is allowed, but the stay limits change with the season.
Carp to about 20 lb, pike to about 10 lb and bream to about 5 lb, plus skimmers, roach and perch.
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A look around Bottom Pool
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Bottom Pool
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Suits
- Members wanting the broadest choice of species and the venue’s biggest carp.
- Anglers after controlled overnight sessions, with islands, bay and dam areas to assess.
Maybe not for
- Anyone wanting unrestricted long stays, as anglers must leave for 24 hours after the maximum stay.
Bait, rigs & seasons
How we'd fish Bottom Pool
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.
pike
Lure fishing for the pike
Lures let you cover water and find active pike fast.
- Spinners, jerkbaits and 4–6in soft shads on a 20–30g rod.
- Always use a wire trace — pike bite through mono and fluoro.
- Move every 10–15 casts till you find them; work drop-offs and edges.
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.
Bottom Pool FAQs
What are the night-fishing limits on Bottom Pool?
There is a 24-hour limit from 31 March to 30 September and a 48-hour limit from 1 October to the end of February.
What fish are in Bottom Pool?
Carp, pike, bream, skimmers, roach and perch are listed.
What's the lake record on Bottom Pool?
Going by what the fishery says: Carp to about 20 lb, pike to about 10 lb and bream to about 5 lb, plus skimmers, roach and perch. That's the owner's figure, not ours — take it as a guide.
How big is Bottom Pool and how many swims?
Around Not published acres. The biggest and most flexible pool, with carp, pike and mixed coarse fishing..
Which baits work well on Bottom Pool?
We've put together a full bait, rigs and seasons plan for Bottom 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 Bottom Pool get busy?
Weekends and bank holidays are busiest, especially spring through autumn. Booking ahead is the safe bet.
What weather suits bigger catches on Bottom 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 Burton Mutual Angling Association Lakes before you go — it ranks every lake here for the next 7 days.
Which pegs are best on Bottom 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 Bottom Pool on a day ticket?
No — Bottom Pool is syndicate or members only, so you'll need to sort a ticket direct with the fishery.
Is night fishing allowed on Bottom Pool?
No — Night fishing is not allowed on Top Pool.
Who does Bottom Pool suit?
Good for: Members wanting the broadest choice of species and the venue’s biggest carp.; Anglers after controlled overnight sessions, with islands, bay and dam areas to assess.. Less suited to: Anyone wanting unrestricted long stays, as anglers must leave for 24 hours after the maximum stay..
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Venue Rule Checker
- No
Is night fishing allowed on Top Pool?
Night fishing is not allowed on Top Pool.
- No
Is night fishing allowed on Middle Pool?
Night fishing is not allowed on Middle Pool.
- Seasonal
Is night fishing allowed on Bottom Pool?
Bottom Pool allows 24 hours from 31 March to 30 September and 48 hours from 1 October to the end of February.
- No
Are bait boats allowed?
Bait boats are not allowed at Kingstanding Pools.
- No
Can carp be retained in keepnets?
Carp must not be retained in keepnets; carp fishing is catch-and-release.
- No
Can junior members night fish Bottom Pool alone?
Junior members must be accompanied by an adult member when night fishing Bottom Pool.
- No
Are dogs or fires allowed?
Dogs are not allowed, fires are prohibited and all litter must be taken away.
- Must
Is a key needed for access?
The venue is accessed through a locked private gate and a club key is required.
Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 9 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.
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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.
Top 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
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.
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.
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.
Middle 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
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.
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.
Bottom Pool
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.
pike
Lure fishing for the pike
Lures let you cover water and find active pike fast.
- Spinners, jerkbaits and 4–6in soft shads on a 20–30g rod.
- Always use a wire trace — pike bite through mono and fluoro.
- Move every 10–15 casts till you find them; work drop-offs and edges.
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.
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
7.6/10 from Tackle Index: Three pools offer tench, crucians, bream, carp, pike and mixed coarse fishing, including carp to about 20 lb.
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Checked Sept '26 — “Burton Mutual Angling Association’s Kingstanding Pools give members three different angling options: a proper tench and crucian pool, a modest carp water and a mixed-species pool with the biggest carp to around 20 lb. It’s club-water fishing rather than a day-ticket bash, with night fishing restricted to Bottom Pool.”
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