Venues: Central

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

There are two pools on this intimate fishery, offering the discerning carp angler quality fishing in an uncrowded, tranquil, litter free environment

A 15-acre reservoir that is regarded as one of the most popular day-ticket venues in the UK. Absolutely full of carp with an average size of mid-doubles, Drayton offers fantastic sport to anglers of all levels, serving as a great place to get a bend in your rod, even through the winter months. The swims close to the sailing-club end produce fish all year and are always a good starting point

One of seven day-ticket lakes at the complex, with particularly good winter form. At a little over nine acres and only 10 swims, this offers a totally exclusive feel. There are no bookings so it's a first-come, first-served basis, but with over 40 per cent of the stock estimated at over 20lb this is an exciting water to target throughout the colder months.

Description: At two acres in size and with overhanging willows and underwater islands this is one of two carp lakes on the fishing/holiday complex, with seven other lakes if you fancy a change

An extensive 100-acre fishery based in the heart of Bedfordshire, with easy access from the A1, Manor Farm Fishery consists of seven different fishing lakes suitable for a range of carping abilities.