Venues: Central

An acclaimed 6½-acre day-ticket carp lake within a country park with 11 other fishing pools, where modern carp fishing tactics work best

With a large stock of rapidly maturing commons, fully scaled and linear-scaled mirrors there are plenty of cracking fish to target and fast action can be expected on this runs water when the weather is right. With an abundance of gravel bars and underwater features, leaders are recommended

An intimate 3½-acre lake, with fishing from a studio apartment and three lodges suitable for individuals, couples or families

Part of carp fishing history, Cuttle Mill's Mill Pool now has a maximum of 8 anglers allowed to fish at any one time. Under threat from HS2 it was closed but fishing has now been allowed again, but for how long? Experience it while you can.

This seven-acre reservoir has been opened as a commercial fishery since 1997. With a traditional path or timber walkway all around, the lake boasts 66 pegs, all of which are easily accessible and large enough to accommodate even the biggest amount of fishing tackle. The bottom is relatively flat with an average depth of five feet, up to just over seven. There are four mature, reed-fringed islands.

Description: At 25 acres, Barston Lake is a very popular carp and match venue. With a large head of fish and an average size of mid-doubles it can be quite prolific – even in winter if you can find them.