Lake Rules

Glamp Carp Lake & Tipi Rules

Fishing and lake viewing is strictly by appointment only.

General Rules

  • Anglers fish at Glamp Carp entirely at their own risk. The owners accept no liability for injury, theft, or property damage.

  • Only booked anglers/guests are allowed on site. Unauthorised visitors will be asked to leave.

  • Maximum of 3 rods per tipi.

  • Fish only from designated platforms. Do not fish between swims.

  • No littering – take everything home, including cigarette ends and dog mess. Tipi guests have bins provided.

  • No maggots or bait inside tipis. Use the lockable storage containers provided on your swim.

  • Do not remove or introduce any fish – all fish are the property of Glamp Carp. CCTV is in operation, and removal is considered theft.

  • Due to the proximity to the water, no children under 12 are permitted.

  • No pets, except by permission in Lilly’s Pad (£25 charge).

  • Keep tipi doors closed in windy conditions.

  • Fishing boundaries are marked by white stakes. Leave 5ft clearance on either side.

Fish Care

  • Do not leave rods unattended (stay within 10m).

  • Use only the unhooking mats, weigh slings, and landing nets provided – no personal gear allowed.

  • No waders to be brought onsite (biosecurity measure).

  • Keep mats and slings wet when in use.

  • Do not stand while holding carp.

  • Transport fish in slings only – never carry them in your arms.

  • Return all fish immediately – no keepnets or sacks allowed.

  • Photograph fish kneeling down over a mat.

  • Use carp antiseptic on hook holds or lifted scales (e.g., Klin-ik).

  • Staff are available to help weigh/photo carp 30lb+ during daylight, and 40lb+ 24/7 (call for help).

  • We’ll offer waders for safe water shots.

  • Fish handling guidance is provided on check-in.

Tackle & Bait Rules

  • Only microbarbed or barbless hooks – no flattened or filed barbs.

  • No ronnie rigs or spinner rigs.

  • No keepnets, personal landing nets, or sacks.

  • Minimum 15lb mainline.

  • All leads must be ejectable – no fixed leads.

  • No zig rigs.

  • No braided mainline, leadcore, or leaders. Tubing is allowed.

  • Use freezer boilies only – no shelf-life boilies.

  • No nuts except as hookbait.

  • No long curved shank hooks (e.g., Fox Series 5, long shank nailers).

  • Korda-style lead clips OK if not too tight.

  • Helisafe lead drop-off system preferred for helicopter/chod rigs.

  • No plastic, foam, or artificial baits – pop-ups and wafters are fine.

Behaviour & Etiquette

  • Radios are allowed, but please keep noise to a minimum.

  • No drugs, swimming, or fires.

  • Alcohol in moderation only – no fishing under the influence.

  • Bait boats are allowed.

  • Be respectful and courteous – antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated.

  • Engage with fellow anglers – there’s enough water for everyone.

  • Keep rod alarm noise minimal.

  • The bailiffs have full authority to remove any guest for rule violations.

  • Glamp Carp is not liable for loss or damage to vehicles or equipment.

Handling Carp

  • Use only the provided landing nets.

  • Always keep fish wet and supported – do not swing them onto the bank.

  • Review the Carp Handling Guide provided.

  • Carp under 30lb may be handled/photo’d by anglers.

  • For carp over 30lb, please call Jack at 07971 689017 for assistance.

  • Weigh fish using slings only – do not weigh fish in landing nets.

  • Roll landing nets back carefully when removing fish from the water.