Cherry Pool
Cherry Pool is an amazing lake. At under an acre it is the smallest and the deepest of the lakes across Cherry Lakes complex with depths going down to some 17 feet. It is exclusive to it's Egret Lodge and being tucked away it is the most private of the lakes.
Cherry Pool is the third of our exclusive lakes, and is stocked with 100+ Carp to early 30's.
The large artificial grass fishing platform which is situated less than 8 feet from the entrance to the Lodge is ideally positioned to allow guests to fish all areas of the lake. It also neatly divides the lake into two. So if there are two of you fishing there is no need to argue! The fishing platform is very comfortable and clean to fish from.
Cherry Pool is a great mixed fishery and is best suited to anglers who enjoy float and method fishing for the other species as whilst also having a go for the Carp.
Cherry Pool has a good stock of Tench to 8lb, as well as Crucian Carp to 4lb. It also contains a good head of specimen Roach and Perch. A 5lb Eel was even once caught! The lake does contain a stock of Bream. We will continue to remove any 'skimmers' caught under a 1lb, along with the small Roach, to try to manage the overall fish biomass.
The Roach and Perch provide an excellent supplement to Carp fishing in the winter.
Cherry Pool is more than just a Carp fishery. It has some fabulous other specimens. It is a genuine mixed fishery
For the float angler who is patient and skilled there is a good population of Crucian Carp to target. Normally laying on in about 6 feet of water close in to the fishing platform of Egret Lodge is the best method. The Crucian Carp record for Cherry Pool stands at 4lb 4oz. Most of the Crucian's caught are typically in the 2-08 to 3-08 weight range. All real specimens well worthy of being caught.
Cherry Pool responds well to all fishing methods. Float and pole fishing can be undertaken straight off the front of the fishing deck. The water is 6 foot deep one rod length out and closer to 12 feet just two rod lengths out. Past anglers tell me the depth is important. Sometimes the Crucian Carp will be the only fish feeding at depths of 8 feet. Yet at depths of 10 feet all they can catch is Roach, Perch or Tench. etc.
Feeder and method fishing can turn up just about anything and can be real fun. Carp fishing traditional style tends to be most productive by targeting the margins around the lake with depths of 4-8 feet normally being the best.
If you are Carp fishing the minimum line strength is 15lb. If however you are targeting other species lighter lines are permitted. At all times hooks are to be barbless and fish safety is paramount.
As well as the normal Carp Cradle, Weigh Sling and 42″ Carp Landing net, we also provide a 20″ pan telescopic Landing net for those anglers targeting the Bream, Roach and Perch. So no need to bring any nets or unhooking mats. As most of your fishing is likely to be from the Lodge platform you will need your rod pod.
Cherry Pool guests are uniquely able to park their cars in the area behind the Lodge. A real advantage if you are bringing lots of tackle! Other guests using the Cherry Lake Lodges have to return their cars to the car park after unloading.