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Quarry Bank Carp Pool

Lake Size
5 acres
Biggest Carp
57lb+
Biggest Catfish
98lb+
Swims
4
Max Anglers
4
Carp Lake Record
57lb 4oz
Country
France

Quarry Bank Carp Pool is a stunning private carp fishing lake in Adilly, south-west France, offering exclusive lake hire for anglers looking for a peaceful and rewarding carp fishing holiday in France. Set within 14 acres of quiet countryside and surrounded by mature oak, pine and elm trees, this unique former stone quarry delivers a true escape for UK anglers wanting a private fishing experience away from busy day-ticket waters.

This 5-acre French carp fishing lake combines natural beauty with serious angling potential. Originally formed as a quarry in the 1930s before naturally filling to create the lake seen today, Quarry Bank features depths from shallow margins down to over 11 metres, with plateaus, channels, shelves and deep gullies creating countless opportunities for thinking anglers. The clear water and varied underwater features make every session exciting, whether you prefer fishing tight to the margins or exploring deeper water.

Quarry Bank Carp Pool is ideal for groups of friends, couples, or serious carp anglers searching for lake exclusive carp fishing in France. The venue offers complete exclusivity during your stay, allowing you to enjoy the lake at your own pace without disturbance. The peaceful surroundings, abundant wildlife and quiet setting create a relaxed atmosphere that perfectly suits long sessions and memorable carp fishing holidays.

Owned and managed by experienced carp angler Neil alongside Lin, guests benefit from over 40 years of carp and specialist angling knowledge. Advice and support are always available if needed, helping visiting anglers get the most from the lake. The venue has been designed to offer a friendly and welcoming environment where anglers arrive as guests and leave with unforgettable memories.

For anglers travelling from the UK, Quarry Bank is perfectly suited to both drive and survive carp fishing holidays in France and fly fishing holidays. Several regional airports are within easy reach, making the popular Fly & Hire option a convenient alternative to long drives. With tackle hire, bait availability and excellent on-site facilities, everything is in place for a hassle-free French carp fishing adventure.

Accommodation
WiFi
Tackle Hire
Bait Shop
Fish Care Stations
Weigh Slings Provided
Showers & Toilets
Electric Points
Car Parking
Bait Fridge/Freezer
Catch & Return Required
Airport Transfers Available
Exclusive use of the entire 5-acre carp lake
Four well-positioned wooden fishing platforms
Metal cabins with storm canopies on selected swims
Single and double swim options available
Free WiFi available on swims (weather dependent)
Newly built toilet and shower block
Hydro-static showers, toilets and wash basins
Fully equipped anglers’ kitchen
Microwave, kettle and 2-ring gas hob
Fridge and freezer facilities
Filtered drinking water
Store room for frozen bait storage
Power points for charging phones and batteries
Drying space for wet clothing and tackle
Patio area with gas BBQ, tables and seating
Caravan accommodation available for 2–4 people
UK plug sockets in caravan accommodation
Views across the lake from the caravan
Mountain bike available for access to facilities from remote swims
Tackle hire available on-site
Prepared particles and pellets available to order
Safe and secure venue ideal for extended stays

Included with Lake Booking
Bivvy
Landing net
Flotation weigh sling
Carp cradle
Weigh tripod

Optional Hire Equipment
Bedchairs
Low chairs
Rod pods
Stage stands
Quarry Bank Carp Pool is home to a growing stock of hard-fighting carp that thrive in the lake’s clear water and natural quarry environment. The lake contains a healthy mix of mirror, common and grass carp, along with specimen perch, roach, rudd and occasional catfish, giving anglers plenty of variety during their stay.

The venue has benefited from several carefully managed stocking programmes over the years, including fast-growing mirror and common carp from renowned strains. Fish stocked into the lake have ranged from upper 20lb fish through to quality specimens over 40lb, helping Quarry Bank establish itself as a serious French specimen carp fishing venue.

The lake has produced carp to over 50lb, including a stunning mirror carp of 51lb 12oz. Multiple 40lb carp and a strong number of 30lb fish have also been landed, offering genuine opportunities for PB captures during a carp fishing holiday in France. Large grass carp have also been sighted, with fish around the 50lb mark seen in the clear water.

The lake’s combination of deep water, rocky margins, plateaus and channels creates incredibly powerful fish that fight exceptionally hard. Many anglers comment on the strength and stamina of the carp, with the quarry environment producing fish that truly test both tackle and angling ability.

Catfish are also present within the lake, including fish stocked to around 75lb. Combined with the carp stock and the peaceful surroundings, Quarry Bank Carp Pool offers a rewarding and exciting fishing experience for anglers looking for something different from heavily pressured waters.
Prepared particles and pellets are available to purchase on-site, making Quarry Bank Carp Pool ideal for anglers travelling from the UK who want to reduce the amount of bait carried during travel. Advance ordering is recommended before arrival to ensure availability during your stay.

Available bait options include:

Wheat and crushed maize mixes
Partiblend particle mixes
Maize
Mixed-size carp pellets
11mm pellets

The lake is well suited to a variety of carp fishing approaches, whether you prefer particle fishing, pellet tactics or boilie campaigns. The clean lake bed and varied features allow anglers to fish effectively across different depths and areas of the lake.

For Fly & Hire anglers, the venue offers excellent convenience with tackle hire packages and bait options available together. This makes Quarry Bank an excellent choice for anglers wanting a simple and stress-free carp fishing holiday in France without transporting large amounts of gear.

Guests are asked to bring their own reels, bite alarms, terminal tackle, sleeping bags and head torches. Bait and equipment orders should ideally be placed at least two weeks before arrival.
NO KILL FISHING POLICY…..no exceptions
Only good quality branded fresh/frozen, ready-made/ preserved boilies to be used.
Maximum 3 rods. No rods to be left unattended when lines are in the water
Weigh slings, cradles, landing net and tripod supplied and must be used
A suitable antiseptic MUST BE USED. Propolis types highly recommended as it adheres to the fish. (area needs to be dried before use of any type of antiseptic). If you don’t have any, it must be purchased from us before fishing
MINIMUM 15/20lb MONO 0.40mm plus HIGH ABRASION RESISTANT (or you will lose fish). Recommended lines include Berkley big game, Gardener pro xm, GR60, GT80, hydrotuff
No braid or lead core or leaders. Minimum 20″ rig tube to be used.
Barbless hooks only. No bent hooks, long shanks. NO treble hooks.
No bait boats allowed
No nuts of any description
No sacking of fish. If found in possession of one you will be asked to leave immediately
OMC Magic Twig or any similar products are not allowed
Alcohol in moderation: drugs strictly prohibited
No fixed leads. All leads must eject if line breaks. No back leads to be used
No swimming or entering the lake. Do not tamper with life buoys, they are there for your own safety.
Only particles purchased on-site are allowed
Lake boat for emergency use only (snagged fish/tackle). Please contact Neil or Lin who will take you out (life-jackets must be worn)
No rubbish to be left in swims. Please use bins provided
Do not use bankside as a toilet. If seen to be doing so, you will be asked to leave immediately without refund
No fires. Fishing stoves only. Cigarette ends to be safely extinguished and put in bin.
Management reserve the right to inspect rigs and equipment to check they are safe
Please drive with consideration through the village of Adilly
The gates to be locked at all times. No entry or exit after dark – if you need to get out please arrange with Neil or Lin beforehand, Thank you
All cars to be parked in the area in front of the office. Management reserve the right to check all vehicles before they leave the site.
Arrival time: from 12 noon. Departure time: before 10am
Sorry no dogs allowed
IMPORTANT NOTES ON SAFETY

Quarry Bank Carp Pool is not suitable for young children. Children over 10 years allowed, but must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Danger – no climbing on rocks or trees around the lake. They could be unstable.

The lake is very deep in places – strictly no swimming or entering the water.

The banks and platforms may be slippy at times, please take care. Quarry Bank Carp Pool cannot be responsible for any accidents or injuries that may happen as a result of irresponsible behaviour.

FIRE HAZARD

The area is tree lined and prone to be very dry during summer months. Ensure all equipment involving any naked flames or spark is fully extinguished and stored safely when not in use. Ensure all cigarette ends are fully extinguished and disposed of in bin.

Approximate Driving Times from Ferry Ports

Calais / Eurotunnel Most popular crossing
Dieppe Good for Normandy lakes
Caen (Ouistreham) Portsmouth to Caen
Cherbourg West of Normandy
Le Havre Upper Normandy
St Malo West France / Brittany

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