In reply to Post #227
Any regulars help with my question ?
Any regulars help with my question ?
In reply to Post #228
It has been a while since I went but you turn up, check in at the lodge then find a swim. Unlike most French lakes I have fished, people come and go at different times, rather than 10 am on the Saturday
It has been a while since I went but you turn up, check in at the lodge then find a swim. Unlike most French lakes I have fished, people come and go at different times, rather than 10 am on the Saturday
In reply to Post #228
No draw for swims mate. You are spoilt for choice with all the lakes though tbh!
Just turn up on the day you have booked and have a look what is free. We were lucky when we went couple of weeks ago as the whole complex was booked for the Forces Carp Classic which gave us the whole complex to choose from at the end of the event!.
We just spoke to the anglers that were fishing who were all very helpful!
We ended up on Kingfisher which is a mega lake for the carp, apart from the 190 mile trains 100ft behind you !
No draw for swims mate. You are spoilt for choice with all the lakes though tbh!
Just turn up on the day you have booked and have a look what is free. We were lucky when we went couple of weeks ago as the whole complex was booked for the Forces Carp Classic which gave us the whole complex to choose from at the end of the event!.
We just spoke to the anglers that were fishing who were all very helpful!
We ended up on Kingfisher which is a mega lake for the carp, apart from the 190 mile trains 100ft behind you !
In reply to Post #230
Thanks for the replies fellas.
Thanks for the replies fellas.
In reply to Post #227
Sorry fella, I was THERE when u asked the question, wasn't being rude!
Looks like the others have covered it, Abbey's owners feel it is fairer to operate a first come, first served basis on the swims instead of the lottery of a draw, so rock up at 6am (ish), have a swift wander around on foot (u won't be able to drive round until u are checked in at 8am) and see what's occuring and then form an orderly queue at the Clubhouse to get booked in asap when the doors open!
Hans the Bailiff should help u with any further info u require and I'll be back in residence from jan 2013 as Media and Marketing Manager so u should find me lazing around on the bank somewhere should u need an English take on all things Abbey?!
Kind regards,
Ru
Sorry fella, I was THERE when u asked the question, wasn't being rude!
Looks like the others have covered it, Abbey's owners feel it is fairer to operate a first come, first served basis on the swims instead of the lottery of a draw, so rock up at 6am (ish), have a swift wander around on foot (u won't be able to drive round until u are checked in at 8am) and see what's occuring and then form an orderly queue at the Clubhouse to get booked in asap when the doors open!
Hans the Bailiff should help u with any further info u require and I'll be back in residence from jan 2013 as Media and Marketing Manager so u should find me lazing around on the bank somewhere should u need an English take on all things Abbey?!
Kind regards,
Ru
In reply to Post #230
Stephen,
I take it you were the lads that moved in behind us?
If so did those spots produce.
Stephen,
I take it you were the lads that moved in behind us?
If so did those spots produce.
In reply to Post #232
Many thanks for the reply.
Many thanks for the reply.
In reply to Post #233
Hi Mate,
The spot inline with the pylon to the right was great advice thanks!!
We fished 3 nights on Kingfisher and had a 28, 48, 38, 37 and 26 which was not bad considering you boys caught every fish in the lake the previous week
After 3 nights the trains started to affect me because we were getting takes in the night so we all decided a move to Attila was best.
I fished peg 3 and the other two fished peg 4 as there was a nice SW banging down there. Within 1 hour of getting the baits out in peg 3 i had landed 3 three thirties, 37,37.5 and 36. Had to use my waders to land them though which was fun! Peg 4 took a little bit more time to come on but when it did WOW! My mate had about 400lb worth of carp in 48 hours. As he was bringing in his last rod he was greeted with a lovely 45lb mirror. (lucky git)
Great complex. Considering the winter ticket.
Thanks again for the advice.
Steve.
Hi Mate,
The spot inline with the pylon to the right was great advice thanks!!
We fished 3 nights on Kingfisher and had a 28, 48, 38, 37 and 26 which was not bad considering you boys caught every fish in the lake the previous week
After 3 nights the trains started to affect me because we were getting takes in the night so we all decided a move to Attila was best.
I fished peg 3 and the other two fished peg 4 as there was a nice SW banging down there. Within 1 hour of getting the baits out in peg 3 i had landed 3 three thirties, 37,37.5 and 36. Had to use my waders to land them though which was fun! Peg 4 took a little bit more time to come on but when it did WOW! My mate had about 400lb worth of carp in 48 hours. As he was bringing in his last rod he was greeted with a lovely 45lb mirror. (lucky git)
Great complex. Considering the winter ticket.
Thanks again for the advice.
Steve.
In reply to Post #232
Is the price coming down now bookings direct ?
Is the price coming down now bookings direct ?
In reply to Post #235
Nice 1 mate, sounds like you had a good week.
Nice 1 mate, sounds like you had a good week.
In reply to Post #237
Guys
Just in case you wanted to know the results from this years Forces Carp Classic were as follows:
Total Fish. 171 x Carp / 1 x Catfish
Total Weights 4864:12 for the carp / 140+ for the catfish (Overall total 5004lbs...!!!)
23 x doubles
78 x 20lbs
55 x 30lbs
13 x 40lbs
1 x 50lbs
1 x 60lbs
No shoulders this year (bummer) just "Humpy" from Fox at 66lbs.
The lakes themselves were as follows:
Attila - 66 x carp for 1705.14 with a top weight of 853.12 for Chris Seelay & Andy Moore - PURSUIT BAITS
Heron - 18 x carp for 555.11 with a top weight of 277.09 for Tom Jackson & Tom Huff - PURSUIT BAITS
Fox - 23 x carp for 732.02 with a top weight of 214.02 for Tim Broughton & Ben Sercombe - NAVY
Kingfisher - 64 x carp for 1871.01 with a top weight of 939.15 for Glen Beardsall & Carl Hoyle - RAF
Biggest Mirror - 66lbs for Tim Broughton
Biggest Common - 48lbs for Tom Jackson
FCC Champions (Pairs) - Glen & Carl
FCC Champions (Team) - PURSUIT BAITS
Charity Money raised £661.00 for GOSH
In total 24 of the 36 pairs caught and I think everyone had a great time as most are booked in for next year as well. In fact we have 32 booked in already for next years event still at Abbey (see you there Ru) and again in October.
If you are in: Armed Forces or Ex Forces / Fire Brigade / Police / Ambulance Services you can enter as well. Send a pm for an Intro Letter & Entry form and we will see you there.
I havent put peg number on simply because we use different ones for the event but if you want to know just ask???
Cheers Tim
Forces Carp Classic
Co-Organiser
Guys
Just in case you wanted to know the results from this years Forces Carp Classic were as follows:
Total Fish. 171 x Carp / 1 x Catfish
Total Weights 4864:12 for the carp / 140+ for the catfish (Overall total 5004lbs...!!!)
23 x doubles
78 x 20lbs
55 x 30lbs
13 x 40lbs
1 x 50lbs
1 x 60lbs
No shoulders this year (bummer) just "Humpy" from Fox at 66lbs.
The lakes themselves were as follows:
Attila - 66 x carp for 1705.14 with a top weight of 853.12 for Chris Seelay & Andy Moore - PURSUIT BAITS
Heron - 18 x carp for 555.11 with a top weight of 277.09 for Tom Jackson & Tom Huff - PURSUIT BAITS
Fox - 23 x carp for 732.02 with a top weight of 214.02 for Tim Broughton & Ben Sercombe - NAVY
Kingfisher - 64 x carp for 1871.01 with a top weight of 939.15 for Glen Beardsall & Carl Hoyle - RAF
Biggest Mirror - 66lbs for Tim Broughton
Biggest Common - 48lbs for Tom Jackson
FCC Champions (Pairs) - Glen & Carl
FCC Champions (Team) - PURSUIT BAITS
Charity Money raised £661.00 for GOSH
In total 24 of the 36 pairs caught and I think everyone had a great time as most are booked in for next year as well. In fact we have 32 booked in already for next years event still at Abbey (see you there Ru) and again in October.
If you are in: Armed Forces or Ex Forces / Fire Brigade / Police / Ambulance Services you can enter as well. Send a pm for an Intro Letter & Entry form and we will see you there.
I havent put peg number on simply because we use different ones for the event but if you want to know just ask???
Cheers Tim
Forces Carp Classic
Co-Organiser
In reply to Post #232
Hi. Am new to the forum, however not to Fishing...
Am making the journey out to Abbey next year over the Easter wkend with a couple of mates and to say we are buzzing is a understatement!!
We are all booked to fish Fox lake and since the booking i havent stopped watching videos posted on YouTube or Abbey FB page. I cannot wait!!
Ru, you wil be around during March/April nxt year as i'm sure we wil certianly be looking to pick your brains for advice and tips
Wardy
Hi. Am new to the forum, however not to Fishing...
Am making the journey out to Abbey next year over the Easter wkend with a couple of mates and to say we are buzzing is a understatement!!
We are all booked to fish Fox lake and since the booking i havent stopped watching videos posted on YouTube or Abbey FB page. I cannot wait!!
Ru, you wil be around during March/April nxt year as i'm sure we wil certianly be looking to pick your brains for advice and tips
Wardy
In reply to Post #239
@ Glenn B.. Shhhh about the pylon
@ everyone else, can't wait to get back on-site for the coming season! I am now Abbey's media and marketing Manager so look forward to seeing a few of you through the year depending on my commitments in the office lol!
A quick update for you all : Rob Hughes is currently at Abbey with most of the Fox International mob plus a few close pals to celebrate his (50th) birthday and take part in the annual 'Abbey challenge'
Shoulders was caught last night at just over 84lb (38.250kg) and became a new World record for a Carp caught by a lady, Dutch woman Lizette Beunders taking all the glory this time!
Aside from that, a few of the guys have caught a Carp or two with Tom Maker heading the rankings in terms of numbers and biggest fish. After 24hrs he's on 19 fish with numerous upper 30's and 2x 40's including a 46.14 from Attila.... Told you all this was the one to watch
Until next time,
Tight lines
R
@ Glenn B.. Shhhh about the pylon
@ everyone else, can't wait to get back on-site for the coming season! I am now Abbey's media and marketing Manager so look forward to seeing a few of you through the year depending on my commitments in the office lol!
A quick update for you all : Rob Hughes is currently at Abbey with most of the Fox International mob plus a few close pals to celebrate his (50th) birthday and take part in the annual 'Abbey challenge'
Shoulders was caught last night at just over 84lb (38.250kg) and became a new World record for a Carp caught by a lady, Dutch woman Lizette Beunders taking all the glory this time!
Aside from that, a few of the guys have caught a Carp or two with Tom Maker heading the rankings in terms of numbers and biggest fish. After 24hrs he's on 19 fish with numerous upper 30's and 2x 40's including a 46.14 from Attila.... Told you all this was the one to watch
Until next time,
Tight lines
R
In reply to Post #239
@ Wardy,
Feel free to PM me on Facebook mate, always happy to help if I can?!
There will also be loads of tips n tactical info available on the all new Abbey website (.co.uk) which'll be going live in the next week or so and also a small printed guide I'm preparing with a map for every peg at Abbey that'll be available from the Clubhouse and/or Tackle shop next season!
Regards,
Ru
@ Wardy,
Feel free to PM me on Facebook mate, always happy to help if I can?!
There will also be loads of tips n tactical info available on the all new Abbey website (.co.uk) which'll be going live in the next week or so and also a small printed guide I'm preparing with a map for every peg at Abbey that'll be available from the Clubhouse and/or Tackle shop next season!
Regards,
Ru
In reply to Post #238
@ Tim :
That's a helluva result mate, far better numbers than last year! Shame Shoulders didn't put in the usual appearance but it was close, 3 weeks!!
Glad the number of 40's was way up and yep, it'll be good to see you all again in 2013
Have sent you y private email address fella, still got some pics for you to approve for the next Forces classic logo / tees n hoodies if you're interested?!
Chat soon matey
Ru
@ Tim :
That's a helluva result mate, far better numbers than last year! Shame Shoulders didn't put in the usual appearance but it was close, 3 weeks!!
Glad the number of 40's was way up and yep, it'll be good to see you all again in 2013
Have sent you y private email address fella, still got some pics for you to approve for the next Forces classic logo / tees n hoodies if you're interested?!
Chat soon matey
Ru