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Etang des Moulinots Information
The lake
The lake is approximately 19 acres in area, with depths ranging from 1 to 3.5 metres. As can be seen from the pictures below, all of the banks are either tree-lined or are concealed by vegetation including tall reeds. The lake was opened at the beginning of March 2002.
There are approximately 20 swims, including 3 double swims and the number of anglers is restricted to 10 plus the on site bailiff. This allows the anglers flexibility to change swims and provide each angler with the equivalent of over 1.5 acres to fish.
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The lake had previously been used for fish farming and the lake was drained at the end of October 2001 and the small carp were removed. The existing stock of larger carp were returned to the lake and supplemented by other large carp up to 55lbs.
There are no poisson chat or crayfish in the lake.
In the 8 years that we have been operating, we have continued to try and improve the fishery each year, refurbishing the swims, improving vehicle accessibility (all swims can be driven to) and improving facilities. Stock levels have been maintained at around 300 carp, with the average weight increasing annually and currently standing at 35lbs (2009 catch results). There are now at least 12 50's (5 commons), 40 40's and in total over 70% of our carp are over 30lbs. Our photo galleries show you the quality of carp we offer.
Based on professional advice we have not overstocked the lake or will do so in the future so that anglers can pull one carp out after another, the stocking level we have established should ensure that anglers can catch a good quantity and quality of carp each week and that there is due consideration to the welfare of the fish.
The on site facilities
Adjacent to the lake is a lodge containing toilet and shower facilities. There is also a kitchen and internal dining area (used during increment weather).
We supply various on site provisions and also provide a shopping service for the anglers.
Shopping facilities
There is a small village approximately 5 minutes from the lake with several shops.
The nearest supermarket is approximately 15 minutes from the lake.