Where can I catch carp in UK?

A good starting point is the north-east corner of a lake. This will get the sun and also avoid the worst of any colder winds. Reeds and weeds are fish-holding spots, and a noticeable drop-off in depth offers an area where carp can move up and down in the water.

Where can I buy carp tackle?

The best places to buy Carp Fishing Tackle in North America (USA and Canada) are:

• Carp Kit.
• Big Carp Tackle.
• Monster Carp Tackle.
• Harris Sportsmail.
• Amazon.

Can you fish carp in UK?

In England, it is possible to fish for common carp with a fly rod by pre-baiting an area of a lake with dog biscuits, or ‘mixers’.

What is the best carp fishing brand?

The Top 10 Selling Carp Rods for 2020 So Far

• 1) Shimano TX-7 Carp Rod.
• 2) Advanta Discovery CSX V2 Carp Rods.
• 3) Greys Prodigy GT4 Rod 50mm.
• 6) Sonik Vader X RS Carp Rods.
• 7) Daiwa Longbow DF Carp Rods.
• 8) Nash Scope Abbreviated Rods.
• 9) Greys Stalking Rods.
• 10) JRC Contact Carp Rods.

Do you fish for carp on the bottom?

The 3-way rig will help keep your bait on the bottom where carp most often feed. Once you have your tackle and bait, you just need to find the right spots to catch carp. Carp aren’t any different from other fish in that they prefer lake areas where there is some type of structure that offers food and protection.

Where is the best carp fishing in England?

6 of the UK’s Best Fishing Lakes

• Horseshoe Lake, Gloucestershire. So named because of its horseshoe shape, Horseshoe Lake is the dream location for carp fishers looking for a big catch.
• Caerphilly Castle, South Wales.
• Anglers Paradise, Devon.
• Windermere, Cumbria.
• Redmire Pool, Herefordshire.
• Loch Leven, Scotland.

What is the biggest carp ever caught?

A BRITISH angler living in Thailand has broken the world record for the biggest carp ever caught. According to an article on the Lad Bible website, John Harvey’s catch weighed in at a whopping 232 lb or 105 kg.

What’s a good carp bait?

Baits to Use: As above, Sweet corn and bread are two of the best baits to use for carp but nightcrawlers (earthworms) are excellent as well. For bigger fish and longer fishing sessions hard boiled baits or ‘boilies’ as they are known are excellent to use on a hair rig.

Why are carp so bad?

Why are common carp a problem? Carp are notorious for altering natural ecosystems. They uproot and disturb submerged vegetation while searching for insect larvae to eat. Carp reduce water clarity and stir up bottom phosphorus-containing sediments, which contributes to algae blooms.

Is it illegal to eat carp in the UK?

It’s become a problem because in eastern Europe you can take fish from rivers and lakes. When anglers moved to the UK from places like Poland and Lithuania, they brought the practice with them, but it’s not allowed in the UK.

What size rod is best for carp fishing?

12ft-13ft
most carp rods are 12ft-13ft in length. You should choose the length which feels most comfortable but bear in mind that you will need to be reasonably tall and strong as well as having a good technique to get the best out of a 13ft rod. In situations where there are overhanging trees, a longer rod can be a hindrance.

What rod should I use for carp?

The Medium action rod is probably the most common ‘action’ of Carp rod as a generalization. They have good power in the butt section to control fish and are capable of casting medium sized leads to distance, additionally the rod tips are usually still very supple allowing a good action to play fish under the rod tip.

Which is the best carp fishing shop in the UK?

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Where can I buy carp tackle and bait?

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Who is the leading manufacturer of premium carp fishing gear?

Monster Carp Tackle is proud to be the leading North American manufacturer of premium carp fishing gear.