Clay Lake 1
Availability 3 Anglers
Clay Lake 1 lies less than a four-hour drive north of Calais. Originally a Cassini forest lake dating back 300 years, this enchanting lake is now home to mighty fighting carp weighing over 50lbs. Nestled within idyllic woodland, the lake offers a serene retreat rich in wildlife—a perfect escape for a carp fishing holiday.
The lake spans 2.3 acres and accommodates up to three anglers, with four spacious swims to choose from. Swims 1 and 2 are single swims situated close to each other so good for social fishing, swim 3 is a double swim and swim 4 is tucked away in the far corner of the lake by the dam wall.
The lake record stands at a 56lb common carp. Average depths range between 4.5 and 6.5 feet, with a clay lakebed that, although mostly uniform, features occasional drop-offs and pockets within the margins where fish often gather. An old riverbed, approximately 1.5 to 2 metres wide, runs through the lake from the dam wall to the sluice. There is no weed, hidden snags, crayfish, or poisson chat to interfere with your fishing. The lake which is situated next with the same grounds as Clay Lake 2, is situated on private land which is secure and closely monitored.
Bookings are Saturday to Saturday
- Arrival no earlier than 12 pm on Saturdays; departure no later than 10 am the following Saturday.
- No unattended rods.
- Maximum of three rods per angler.
- Only boilies, carp pellets, and baby corn are permitted—no other baits allowed.
- No plastic or artificial baits.
- Safe rigs only—if unsure, please ask us.
- Unleaded/safety leaders and tubing only.
- No braided mainlines; 15lb minimum monofilament only.
- Micro barbed hooks only.
- Bait boats are permitted.
- Allow fish five minutes’ recovery in the net, or longer if necessary.
- Carp care treatment to be applied as needed. Please bring your own; it is also available on-site from our bailiff.
- Fish must be returned to the water as soon as possible.
- All vehicles should be parked in the car park after unloading.
- No swimming, wading, or inflatable boats.
- Fire pits and BBQs are available on-site; however, floor fires are not permitted.
- Respect the wildlife and the venue by disposing of litter responsibly; bottle tops and cigarette butts must be cleared away.
- All waste should be separated correctly in the recycling bins provided, and general waste should be removed from the site (waste bins are available along toll roads).
- Unused bait should be taken home unless donated to the bailiff; please do not dispose of any remaining bait in the lake.
- We are not liable for any personal injuries, illnesses, or losses.
- We reserve the right to end your stay if behaviour is deemed unacceptable towards our fish, guests, or the environment.
| Port | Distance |
|---|---|
| Calais | 256 miles |
| Dunkirk | 257 miles |
| Dieppe | 257 miles |
| Le Havre | 303 miles |
| Caen | 335 miles |
| Cherbourge | 407 miles |
| St. Malo | 427 miles |
| Roscoff | 516 miles |
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