Venues: North West

A nine-acre lake deep in the heart of unspoilt countryside, with 16 spacious barked swims offering fishing in open water, bays, to islands and reed-lined margins.

Contact: 07707 670408
Lake record: 35lb
Rules: Two rods, no dogs, use on-site mats, slings and nets
Stock: 170 carp, including between 10 and 15 thirties
Tickets: 24 hours £25 (summer), £20 (winter)
Website: www.merringtoncarpfishery.co.uk