Carp Fishing within Easy Reach of Gloucestershire
For anglers across Gloucestershire, the search for quality carp fishing often leads just beyond the county line — and Arrow Meadow Fishery has become the trusted destination. With over 1,500 carp across our exclusive venues, we provide memorable captures ranging from hard-fighting 15lb fish through to giants topping 40lb. Whether you’re planning a day visit or looking to join our syndicate, our waters offer the variety, stock and atmosphere to make every session worthwhile.
Why Choose Arrow Meadow Fishery?
For carp anglers in Gloucestershire, location is only part of the decision — the quality of the venue makes all the difference. Arrow Meadow Fishery has invested heavily in creating waters that are not only accessible but also truly exceptional.
- 13 venues: 9 syndicate lakes + 4 private-hire waters
- Premier locations across Warwickshire, Staffordshire, Worcestershire, Solihull, and Leicestershire.
- Specimen stock with carp consistently topping 30lb and 40lb.
- Secure, well-managed sites with modern facilities.
- Welcoming atmosphere where anglers mingle, share knowledge, and celebrate each other’s success.
It’s this mix of accessibility, secure facilities, proven carp stock and a thriving syndicate atmosphere that makes Arrow Meadow Fishery the trusted choice for anglers travelling from Gloucestershire.
Syndicate Lakes Across the Midlands
The Arrow Pit
Located in Alcester, Warwickshire, Arrow Pit is an 8.5-acre gravel pit stocked with 150 carp from 15lb to 38lb, including legendary named fish. With 13 unique swims featuring gravel bars, marginal shelves, and deep holes, every visit offers fresh challenges and chances. This site combines great angling with secure, well-maintained facilities.
150 carp from 15lb to 38lb and other species
8.5 acre Gravel Pit, many features, clear and party weedy pit
Fully fenced and secure
13 swims
Car park
Toilet Facilities
Membership Options:
- Available as part of the Super Ticket
- Available as an individual ticket: £650 per year
BROOM BIG PIT
A 22-acre Staffordshire water, Broom Big Pit holds roughly 400 carp. Twelve well-spaced swims give anglers room to run long sessions in comfort, whether chasing numbers or big specimens. Modern facilities and fencing make it a place anglers return to again and again.
Approximately 400 carp
22 acres, gravel pit
Fully fenced and secure
12 swims
Car park
Toilet Facilities
Membership Options:
- Available as part of the Super Ticket
- Available as an individual ticket: £650 per year
malvern view
At 1.7 acres, Malvern View is a clear, clay-dug pool with around 120 carp from mid-doubles up to 32lb. This smaller water offers close-contact fishing and stalking opportunities, perfect for anglers who enjoy a more personal approach. Despite its size, Malvern View regularly produces strong, hard-fighting fish.
120 carp from 15lb to 32lb and other species
1.7 acre, 2ft-10ft deep, clay dug clear lake
Fully fenced and secure
5 swims
Car park
Toilet Facilities
Membership Options:
- Available as part of the 9 Lake Super Ticket
- Available as an individual ticket: £350 per year
Rosie's Retreat
Rosie’s Retreat offers a unique mix of 25–30 carp between 12lb and 25lb alongside 60 Wels catfish ranging from 20lb to 95lb. This dual-species water provides variety for anglers, with the chance of a steady carp run or a powerful battle with one of its huge catfish.
60 catfish 20lb to 95lb and 25-30 carp 12lb to 25lb.
1.2 acre, 2ft-6ft deep, clay dug pool
Fully fenced and secure
5 swims
Car park
Toilet Facilities
Membership Options:
- Available as an individual ticket: £350 per year
- NOT available as part of the Super Ticket
Saltby Lake
Near Melton Mowbray, Saltby Lake is a 5.5-acre venue with around 110 carp to 32lb. Its distinctive “egg box” weedy bottom makes it a technical water that rewards accuracy and persistence. Secure access and well-kept swims give anglers a fair chance to unlock this tricky but rewarding lake.
110 carp from 10lb to 32lb
5.5 acre pit, 4-16ft deep, part weedy like an egg box
Fully fenced and secure
10 swims
Car park
Toilet Facilities
Membership Options:
- Available as part of the Super Ticket
- Available as an individual ticket: £650 per year
Willow Lake
When anglers ask where can I catch 40lb carp in the UK, the answer is Willow Lake. This 10-acre gravel pit holds 200 carp to 40lb. With 20 well-designed swims, rich silt beds, and mature margins, it offers the ultimate specimen challenge. A designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, Willow Lake observes a closed season from 15 March to 15 June each year.
200 carp from 15lb to 40lb and other species
10 acre, old coal gravel pit, shallow with silt, very mature
Fully fenced and secure
20 swims
Car park
Toilet Facilities
Membership Options:
- Available as part of the Super Ticket
- Available as an individual ticket: £500 per year
Leigh Sinton Complex
HELGA'S CREEK
At 1.2 acres, Helga’s Creek may be small, but it’s stocked with around 90 carp up to an impressive 37lb. The water offers a mix of features that keep sessions interesting, with both margin spots and open water producing results. Its manageable size makes it a great venue for anglers who enjoy observation and fine-tuned tactics. Despite its intimacy, Helga’s Creek has a reputation for producing specimen fish that punch well above the venue’s scale.
90 carp from 15lb to 37lb and other species
1.2 acre, 2ft-15ft deep, part weedy, clear lake
Fully fenced and secure
5 swims
Car park
Toilet Facilities
Membership Options:
- Available as part of the Super Ticket
- Available as a Leigh Sinton Ticket: £650 per year
lol's lagoon
Lol’s Lagoon spans 1.3 acres and reaches depths of up to 18ft, creating a very different challenge within the Leigh Sinton complex. With around 90 carp to 35lb, the depth variations and underwater features provide plenty of opportunities for technical angling. The lake is well maintained, with secure swims and comfortable access for visitors. For anglers who like fishing waters that demand thought and adaptability, Lol’s Lagoon is a rewarding option.
90 carp from 15lb to 35lb and other species
1.3 acre, 2ft-18ft deep, part weedy, clear lake
Fully fenced and secure
4 swims
Car park
Toilet Facilities
Membership Options:
- Available as part of the Super Ticket
- Available as a Leigh Sinton Ticket: £650 per year
Mollie's Mere
Mollie’s Mere is a compact 1-acre pool with a stock of around 90 carp up to 36lb. This lake proves that small waters can deliver big results, with regular captures of hard-fighting carp that test even experienced anglers. Its intimate setting makes it ideal for focused sessions where watercraft and patience are key. Mollie’s Mere is a favourite for those who love fishing close quarters with the chance of landing a true specimen.
90 carp from 15lb to 36lb and other species
1 acre, 2ft-14ft deep, part weedy, clear lake
Fully fenced and secure
4 swims
Car park
Toilet Facilities
Membership Options:
- Available as part of the Super Ticket
- Available as a Leigh Sinton Ticket: £650 per year
Day Ticket and Exclusive Hire Options
The Estate Lake – Luxury Exclusive Hire
- 2.5 Acres
- 150 Carp
- 4 Anglers
In Solihull, Estate Lake offers 160 carp averaging 19–24lb with specimens up to 33lb. Four anglers can book this 2.5-acre water exclusively. Facilities include showers, toilets, power points, and a cosy lodge with log burner — ideal for hard work sessions in winter.
Canaan Pool – Family-Friendly Variety
- 1 Pool
- 0.3 Acres
- 2 Anglers
Near Lutterworth, Canaan Pools is our only dedicated day ticket hire venue (£50/24 hours). These pools host over 20 species including carp, tench, bream, pike, and roach. Families and newcomers love fishing here because action is consistent and the atmosphere welcoming.
Codsall, West Midlands
Simmonds Pool – Exclusive Retreat
- 1 Pool
- 1.2 Acre
- 3 Anglers
Simmonds Pool is a 1.2-acre, spring-fed, crystal-clear venue for up to three anglers on exclusive hire, with carp running to 30lb+. It’s designed for focused sessions with comfortable swims in a secure, private setting. Flexible booking windows (typically 48 hours to 7 days) make it ideal for long weekends or short target trips.
Alvechurch, Worcester
Arrow Meadow Pools – 2 Pool Hire
- 2 Pools
- 60 Carp
- 2 Anglers
Arrow Meadow Pools (Alvechurch, Worcestershire) offers exclusive hire of two waters—the Main Pool (1 acre) plus the Pressure Pool—giving small groups genuine privacy and variety. Bookings allow up to 2 anglers (with 2 child guests permitted), making it a popular choice for family sessions and close friends. As part of our exclusive-hire offering, facilities include secure, fully fenced access with toilets (and 230v power points at selected locations) to keep sessions comfortable. Flexible stays are available from 24 hours+.
The Arrow Meadow Difference
Arrow Meadow Fishery is recognised across the Midlands for its strong fish stocks, secure sites and friendly atmosphere, making it a convenient choice for those in Gloucestershire.
With a focus on high standards, venue security and ongoing conservation, Arrow Meadow ensures anglers enjoy their time on the bank.
Continual Investment in Our Venues
Over £700,000 has gone into our fisheries since 2016, with enhancements such as stronger banks, secure fencing, better swims and ongoing feeding regimes.
This programme of investment sustains fish growth and helps guarantee lasting angling results.
Specimen Carp at Arrow Meadow
Our lakes have been stocked with 1,100+ carp supplied by leading names in the UK industry such as VS Fisheries, Mark Simmonds and AJS Fisheries.
Our fisheries now hold some 600 carp above 20lb and over 40 confirmed 30lb-plus fish.
Facilities and Security
Our fisheries are fenced and secure, with toilets, car parks and well-maintained swims.
A Welcoming Fishing Community
Our membership process helps sustain a respectful, close-knit community.
Those visiting soon experience anglers freely sharing knowledge and enjoying the bank together. Arrow Meadow sessions are always about respect, conservation and peaceful enjoyment.
Year-Round Carp Angling within Reach of Gloucestershire
Carp in Spring and Summer
The warmer months of spring and summer bring the most consistent carp action and growth.
Long summer evenings and bright spring days mean Gloucestershire anglers have more opportunities to hook into large carp.
Carp in Autumn and Winter
Carp angling remains rewarding through autumn and winter for Gloucestershire-based anglers.
Memorable sessions often come in winter, provided anglers use effective tactics and patience.
MALVERN
Leigh Sinton Mollies mere
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90 carp from 15lb to 36lb and other species
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1 acre, 2ft-14ft deep, part weedy, clear lake
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Fully fenced and secure
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4 swims
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Car park
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Toilet Facilities
MALVERN
Leigh Sinton Lols lagoon
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90 carp from 15lb to 35 lb and other species
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1.3 acre, 2ft-18ft deep, part weedy, clear lake
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Fully fenced and secure
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4 swims
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Car park
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Toilet Facilities
MALVERN
Leigh Sinton Helga's Creek
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90 carp from 15lb to 37lb and other species
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1.2 acre, 2ft-15ft deep, part weedy, clear lake
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Fully fenced and secure
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5 swims
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Car park
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Toilet Facilities
MALVERN
Leigh Sinton Rosie’s retreat
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90 carp from 15lb to 35lb and other species
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1.2 acre, 2ft-6ft deep, clay dug pool
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Fully fenced and secure
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5 swims
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Car park
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Toilet Facilities
MALVERN
MALVERN VIEW
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120 carp from 15lb to 32lb and other species
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1.7 acre, 2ft-10ft deep, clay dug clear lake
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Fully fenced and secure
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5 swims
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Car park
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Toilet Facilities
BROOM, ALCESTER
THE ARROW PIT
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150 carp from 15lb to 38lb and other species
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8.5 acre Gravel Pit, many features, clear and party weedy pit
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Fully fenced and secure
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13 swims
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Car park
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Toilet Facilities
ALCESTER
BROOM BIG PIT
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Approximately 200 carp
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22 acre gravel pit
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Fully fenced and secure
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12 swims
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Car park
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Toilet Facilities
TAMWORTH
WILLOW LAKE
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200 carp from 15lb to 40lb and other species
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10 acre, old coal gravel pit, shallow with silt, very mature
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Fenced and secure
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20 swims
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Car park
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Toilet Facilities
MELTON MOWBRAY
SALTBY LAKE
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90 - 110 carp
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6 acre pit
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Fully fenced and secure
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10 swims, max 8 anglers at one time
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Car park
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Toilet Facilities
Arrow Meadow Pools – Exclusive Hire.
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The Estate Lake – Exclusive Hire.
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Canaan Pools – Exclusive Hire Day Ticket.
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@stu.lennox at our new Excluive hire venue - Simmonds Pool - Codsall - West Midlands 😎 link below for further info :
https://www.arrowmeadowfishery.com/product/simmonds-pool-hire/
#privatehirefishery #exclusivehirefishery #anglingtimes #stulennox #estatelake
Simon Greaves with another new 30 for Broom big pit ! Named The Rong un at 30lb 3oz backed up by more lovely ones 😎 #30 #syndicate #arrowmeadowfishery #bp #midlandscarpfishing #bp
Tom Shaw with the scarred common @ 34lb 4oz , lovely old rare carp this ! #30 #ap #arrowmeadowfishery #syndicate #midlandscarpfishing #oldcommoncarp #ap
Chris Morris with a new 30 up Leigh Sinton , named Foggy as it coused havoc ! #30 #ls #syndicate #carpfishing #midlandscarp #mollies
Check out these carp ! What a strain ! 😎 we added 80 of the same the winter just gone in arrow and broom pit 😍 #arrowmeadowfishery #oldskoolcarp #loveberty #bp
@jonnyrobins_uk with a Arrow pit mirror 34lb 7oz #30 #syndicate #ap #arrowmeadowfishery #midlandscarpfishing #wellchill #wildlakes #keepitreelfishing #ap
Saltby lake :
Carp Fishery Leicestershire: Melton Mowbray, East Midlands
In the heart of Melton Mowbray is a new addition to the carp fishery Leicestershire scene: Saltby carp Lake. This 5.5 acre pit has 4 to 16 feet of water and an “egg box” weedy bottom, this carp Lake is going to become one of the best we have !
130 carp to 37lb and 10 swims in total, Saltby Lake is part of our 9 lake Super Ticket or can be purchased as an individual ticket for £650 per year (or £165 per quarter)!
Membership Options:
Available as part of the 9 Lake Super Ticket
Available as an individual ticket:
More info on link below 😎
https://www.arrowmeadowfishery.com/saltby-lake/
Craig henderson on Arrow meadow pools - exclusive hire venue back open and winter dates available 😎 #amp #carpfishing #lakeexclusive #privatehirefishery #30
@smilerbluenose with a nice one 🏴❤️ #arrowmeadowfishery #syndicate #ap #midlandscarpscene #nosquats #nowrongenshere #truecarpfishing #chillcarp #lowpresure #keepitreal #ukcarp #weedylake #gravelpitcarp #natrualgrowth #wildlakes #threeriversrolling @glynnthreerivers #30 #ap
Tom Shaw Kelsey’s Common at 31lb. Big thanks to Fred for coming to do the photos #30 #arrowmeadowfishery #syndicate #ap #midlandscarpscene #nosquats #nowrongenshere #truecarpfishing #chillcarp #lowpresure #keepitreal #ukcarp #weedylake #gravelpitcarp #natrualgrowth #wildlakes
Luke Chance with Petals @34.7 🏴❤️ #bp #broompit #30 #syndicate #arrowmeadowfishery #midlandscarpscene #nowrongenshere #realfishing #goodangling #weedylakes #gravelpitcarp #wellchill #nosquats #keepitwild
Harrison back : Just as you think your arrow pit session can’t get any better you get blessed with another 🏴 stunner. 32lb mirror called “Ronnie”. Thanks Fred Jewsbury for coming back out to take some stunning pictures #ap #syndicate #properpics #truecarpfishing #greatlads #carpfishing #midlandscarpfishing #wellchill #englishcarp #ukcarpfishing #30 #gravelpitcarping
@banksideuk Craig ford : Wow!! What can i say, absolutley buzzing to bits with this capture from broom pit. 32-10 of common 🏴 carp known as "acid". Thanks to Jamie Brookes for coming down to do the Help with pics ❤️ #30 #syndicate #bp #midlandscarp #ukcarp #goodvibes #wellchill #toplads #gravelpitfishing
THE PERFECT GETAWAY
Getting Ready for Your Fishing Trip
Locations and Counties
From Warwickshire to Leicestershire, our venues are located for convenience but retain a secluded countryside feel.
Convenient Access
Whether from Gloucestershire, the Midlands, Herefordshire, Leicestershire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire or Worcestershire our lakes are a short drive from major routes yet feel far from the bustle. Access is quick from major routes, but once you arrive the settings are calm and rural.
Protecting Our Fisheries
Our work includes funding otter fencing, improving habitats and maintaining sustainable fish stocks. The result is safe, sustainable and productive fisheries. Our plans include adding new venues while protecting the standards anglers expect.
Your Gateway to Carp Fishing Excellence
If your question is where to fish close to Gloucestershire or where to target 40lb carp in the UK, Arrow Meadow has the answer.
Nine venues, specimen carp and a thriving community — all that anglers need to succeed. From family-friendly pools to specimen syndicates, your next personal best is waiting.
Join Arrow Meadow Fishery today — the home of premier carp fishing within easy reach of Gloucestershire.