Attila Lake

Les Etangs de l'Abbaye or Abbey Lakes was founded in 1999 by Sébastien Harle d'Ophove who had a unique aim in mind, to create Europe's first angling centre for both carp and catfish.   The complex officially opened it's doors for business during March 2000 and now provides fishermen with a choice of 6 lakes.

Attila is the most recent addition to the 'main Lakes' stable, . Attila started life as the stock pond for Fox and Heron but at 18 acres in size is definitely a superb fishery in it's own right now! The lake has 9 pegs and Abbey allow up to 7 Anglers on at any one time, so while there isn't quite as much of a choice should you wish to change swims, it is always a possibility!  The lake is almost round in shape but with a small 3 or 4 acre bay running off down one bank where 3 of the swims are located.

It is slightly shallower than the other Lakes at Abbey with depths ranging from 4'-11' throughout the main part of the lake and the odd slightly deeper area around 13'-15'. Once again it can be quite weedy during the peak Summer months but once past the margins it is quite clear on the whole with just a few major weedbeds present in the centre of the lake.

It does have a small island at the 'far end' and can only be fished from 2 of the banks thereby ensuring that nobody interferes with anyone else's water! The average weight of fish is pushing on dramatically as the lake gains in popularity and currently sits at around 30lb – 40l its difficult to put an excact number on stock leveld but its safe to say its well overstocked like all our lakes here , the fish in ATILLA are growing a staggering rate and and already boasts an impressive 4 different fish breaking the magical 60lb barrier and I’m sure it wont be long before it contains 70lb ‘ers like the other main lakes , ! If regular action from an ever-growing stock of fish is what you are after, Attila will definitely tick all the boxes but be quick because if they continue to grow at these rates, it'll be busier than Fox and Heron within the next few years!

Details on the other lakes in our complex can be found here:

Heron Lake - 35 Acres
Fox Lake - 25 Acres
Kingfisher Lake - 32 Acres
Wild Boar Lake - 14 Acres
Frog Lake - 4 Acres (exclusive hire only) 

1. Maximum of 3 Rods ONLY, unless you have paid the supplement for a 4th!
2. Fishing is only permitted from numbered pegs.
3. a) NO flat or beanie style unhooking mats are to be used, only high-sided ones such as the JRC XL, Chub Xtra protection or Fox STR are to be used.
b) ALL anglers must carry and USE disinfectant to treat EVERY fish caught
4. NO carp sacks - FLOATING retainer style slings ONLY - Fox STR, Chub Eazi-flow, Venture XL, etc..
5. Landing nets must be over 42" in diameter. NO Keep nets to be used at any time.
6. a) ALL carp over 60lb are to be witnessed, weighed and photographed by a member of the Abbey Lakes staff regardless of time.
6. b) ALL carp over 50lb must be photographed over the water and NOT on the bank please.
6. c) All fish caught are to be weighed and photographed IMMEDIATELY and NOT left in a retention sling until the morning.
7. a) ALL Rubbish is to be bagged and tied securely and left in the rubbish hut located between Attila and Heron lake for staff collection!
b) Under NO circumstances are you to dispose of any excess bait in the margins of the lake or in the bushes around your swim!
8. NO nut baits at all are to be used !
9. Anyone found using their surroundings as a toilet will be asked to leave the complex immediately.
10. Strictly NO treble or 'Bent' hooks to be used on ANY of the lakes, for ANY species.
11. Bait boats are permitted BUT care must be taken to ensure you keep within your swim boundaries. Anyone not adhering to this rule will be barred from using their boat immediately.
12. You MUST remove your footwear prior to entering the sanitary block.
13. You MUST clean the shower block EVERY time you finish using it. Anybody found flouting these rules shall be asked to either rectify the situation immediately or will be asked to leave the complex.
14. Leadcore IS permitted.
15. Barbed hooks ONLY! And a minimum of a size 6, a polite suggestion would be to use hooks of size 4 or above!
16. Minimum 15lb breaking strain mainline
17. Absolutely NO fixed leads to be used
18. Absolutely NO spinning for Predators on the complex, Anyone found to be flouting this rule will be asked to leave the complex!!!
19.Other than Kingfisher lake, The use of rowing boats is Forbidden on the complex! If and when the weed level is up on the lakes, you may use a boat to help land fish but must check with a member of staff! We will announce if and when you need to bring a boat over during the summer months on this website and via our facebook page!
20. Maggots can ONLY be used during the WINTER period
21. Metal framed cradles may NOT be used. Only padded mats with padded sides.

Advice for fishing in France can be found HERE.

GPS:
Lat 49.329860687256
Lon 2.714279890060

ADDRESS

Les Etang de l'Abbaye, Ferme de l'abbaye, F-60126 Longueil Sainte Marie, France

PHONE

+33 344 380 866

EMAIL

info@abbeylake.com

WEBSITE

Lake Website

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