For carp anglers who dream of peaceful waters, hard-fighting fish, and a genuine taste of the French countryside, Compton’s Lakes is a venue that delivers. Nestled just outside Chalus in the tranquil Limousin region, this exclusive 3-acre lake sits within 20 acres of private land and offers what every angler craves: space, quality fishing, and unforgettable memories.
Whether you’re chasing your next personal best or simply escaping into nature, Compton’s Lakes has quickly become one of the most exciting exclusive venues for small groups of anglers looking to fish abroad.
A Lake Built by an Angler, for Anglers
Compton’s Lake is the result of a lifelong dream — built with passion, stocked with care, and run with a focus on welfare and long-term growth. The lake holds around 80 hand-selected carp, with weights now exceeding 50lb, and consistent average sizes comfortably into the 30s.
To protect fish health and keep the fishing special, the lake is open for just 10 exclusive bookings per year, during May, June, September, and October. This limited access means:
✔ Fish are rarely pressured
✔ Growth rates remain excellent
✔ Condition stays outstanding
✔ Catch rates stay consistently strong
Depths range from 2ft–14ft, with features, margins, bull-rushes, lily pads, and deeper plateaus offering varied and engaging fishing. Other species include tench, roach, rudd, and perch, contributing to a healthy ecosystem.
Drive or Fly – Hassle-Free Access from the UK
Compton’s Lakes suits both drive-and-fish and fly-and-fish anglers:
✈ Fly to Limoges — just 30 minutes away, with airport pick-up available when using tackle hire
🚗 Drive from the UK — easy motorway routes through Calais, Caen or Cherbourg
📦 Travel light — with tackle hire, bait boat hire & on-site bait available
Flexible arrival options now include Friday, Saturday or Sunday, with stays of 7, 8 or 9 nights, depending on the chosen start day.
Exclusive Hire – Just You and the Carp
Bookings are lake-exclusive for up to 3 anglers, giving your group complete privacy.
Packages include:
🎣 Exclusive lake hire from £895 per week
🍽 Food package with breakfast, lunch & two-course evening meal – from £180 per angler per week
🎒 Tackle hire from £85 per angler per week
🚤 Bait boat hire from £75 per week
🎯 Premium bait on site including boilies, wafters, pellet & maize
📶 Free lakeside Wi-Fi
🚿 Hot shower & toilet facilities
No fishing licence is required — Compton’s Lakes is a fully registered and approved French fishery.
Consistent Action & Real Catch Results
What sets Compton’s Lakes apart isn’t just the setting — it’s the fishing. Over the last seasons, visiting anglers have recorded impressive sessions with average catch rates of 15–20 carp per week, including:
Early Season Action
- April session: 27 carp landed across changing weather, with nights producing the majority of fish — a great start to the season.
Personal Bests & Quality Carp
- Daz landed a new PB at 31lb 4oz during a challenging week with mixed weather.
- Summer visitor Jim banked 15 fish to 40lb 9oz, with average weights over 30lb.
Autumn Fireworks
- October session: 21 carp between two anglers, with daytime temperatures over 20°C and crisp 6–10°C nights.
- Best fish: 36lb 2oz mirror, with an average weight over 30lb — plus a rare 30lb+ common, one of only three in the lake.
Late Season Strength
- November brought varied conditions but still produced mirrors at 40lb 8oz, 35lb 12oz, 32lb 8oz, 31lb, 29lb and more, proving the stock thrive right into autumn.
These reports paint a clear picture:
hard-fighting carp, genuine head of 30s, regular 40s, and growing to over 50.
Bait, Food & Support on Site
The fishing experience is backed up with practical support:
🎣 TBS47 boilies (Fruity Crustacean & Penav TCHI)
🐟 Pellet & prepared maize used year-round
🍴 Food packages with breakfast, lunch & proper evening meals
🛒 Local supermarkets just minutes away for drinks & extras
It’s the perfect mix of authentic fishing with just the right level of comfort.
Who This Venue Suits
Compton’s Lakes is ideal for:
✔ Small groups of 1–3 anglers
✔ Anglers chasing big fish in a private setting
✔ Father–son or mates trips
✔ Fly-and-fish anglers using tackle hire
✔ PB hunters who like quiet, low-pressure lakes
✔ Anglers who value fish welfare & growth
With access up to 2027, it’s also brilliant for advanced planners.
Limited Availability – Book Through Angling Paradise
With just 10 weekly sessions per year, spaces at Compton’s Lakes go fast — especially peak months.
To check availability or secure your week, book through:
👉 Angling Paradise – Compton’s Lakes
Whether you drive down with the van or fly in light with tackle waiting, one thing is certain:
Compton’s Lakes is the kind of venue you’ll want to return to — again and again.