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Carp Fishing Holidays at Forest Pool France

Forest Pool offers fantastic fishing in stunning woodland surroundings.

Forest Pool is the sister lake to the very successful Birch Pool Retreat and with the owners, Nikki & Julian's 9 year's experience in exclusive hire family holidays, their goal is for Forest Pool to be just as successful.

This very pretty and traquil 2 acre lake with lakeside accomodation offers everything a Carp angler and his family could ask for.

The lake's record Carp is an impressive 52lbs and with an additional 40+ Carp added to it's already healthy stocking.

Situated in the heart of Limousin region of France in its own private 42 acre forest it is nature at it's very  best, with Red Kites, Buzzards and Night Jars to name but few of the many types of birdlife you can be expected to see and hear, you may even be lucky enough to see the Red or Roe Deer taking a drink from the lake early in the mornings. 

For our non-fishing guests we wish to make this a holiday to remember too, there are lots of things to do in this beautiful part of South West France, if you want a break from soaking up sun or enjoying a stroll along one of the many dappled forest trails, retail therapy is always on the cards in the shape of either Limoges or Brive or for our more adventurous guest may we suggest Horse Riding, Go-Karting, Kyaking or Water Skiing, or you could or course sample some incredible local food at some of our award winning Gourmet restaurants nearby.

A great venue for groups and families who want to enjoy exclusive Angling with lakeside accommodation. 

• Lake Size : 2 Acres
• Swims : 3
• Depth : 8 feet at its deepest, shallowing to 2 - 3 feet in the margins.
• Carp Stock : Mirrors & commons just under 50lbs
• Other Fish : Catfish up to 70lbs, perch, roach, pike
• Lake Bed : Hard bottomed bed with gravel areas, some silt. 
• Features : Three lilly beds.
• Access : Designated parking area, no vehicle access round the lake.
• Night Fishing : Yes
• Boats Allowed : No
• Bait Boats Allowed: Yes

Forest Pool is a beautiful and well matured 30 year old lake set in the middle of  42 acres of privately owned forest.

The lake is partially surrounded by Pine, Chestnut and Oak trees, providing both shelter and access to the spectacular views over the countryside, a breathtaking experience in its self.

The lake is 2 acres in size and is fed by three springs and a small stream; this ensures a good turnover of water even in the summer months.

The lake bed is hard and offers excellent bait presentation; you will also find some silty areas by the three mature lily beds that offer sanctuary to the carp.

The lake depth averages about two feet at the far margins and drops off to about 8 feet by the Dam wall.

The lake offers three swims, there are two swims on the dam wall each having their own separate lily beds to fish to, and the third swim is situated at the far margin with its own twenty five metre squared decking area.

The previously impressive stocking has been added to in 2013 with an additional 41 Virgin Carp just waiting to be caught.

There is also some impressive Coarse fish to be caught with Perch well over 2lb and Roach and Rudd over 1lb.

We are very proud of the fact that we have no nuisance fish ie, Poisson Chat, Bream etc 

Our Facilities

The lakeside accommodation comprises of  The Main Lodge sleeping up to 4 people. There is also a log cabin that overlooks the lake, this sleeps two people.

The Main Lodge 

A large bedroom with double bed and storage area for clothes. The lounge area has two large fabric sofa beds which connects together to create another double bed. The dining area has a large table with chairs that will comfortably seat six people. The bathroom has one toilet, hand basin and a shower cubical; there is also a storage area for your toiletries. The kitchen has a fridge, sink, gas cooker, all utensils and cutlery to accommodate for up to 6 people. There is fencing all around the outskirts of the lodge creating a secure terrace area, so for those who bring children or even dogs there is no concern about wondering off into the woodland, or even going near the water’s edge. Barbeque area is located in the terraced area with table and chairs. All our accommodation is thoroughly cleaned prior to your arrival, bed lining and tea towels are supplied. (Bath towels & sleeping bags are not supplied).

The Log Cabin

The pretty Log Cabin has a double bed and storage and a terrace overlooking the lake.

Forest Pool offers a fly-drive option with airport pickup from Limoges Airport, and supermarket trips.
Included in the cost is most tackle, this includes rods, landing nets, weighslings, unhooking mats/cradles, bivvis, bedchairs, excludes reels, bite alarms, scales and terminal tackle.

Bait Products

18mm Boillies

Nutmix or Squid and fishmeal  

£8.50 per kilo or £25 for 3kgs          

Prepared Particles           

French Maize                                         5kg                   £10

Bait is always available but please order in advance if possible.

On Site Tackle

3 x Bedchairs

3 x  Landing Nets

3 x Weigh Slings

 Carp Cradles

3 x Bivvies

9 x Carp Rods

3 x Rod Pods

1 x Boat with oars

All fishing tackle is available to all of our guests at no extra cost