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 heavily stocked with 200+ Carp to mid-30's. During the winter of 2022/23 we have stocked twenty additional Carp over 20lb, including three thirties to 33lb as well as some fast growing younger Carp. The lake record of 36-01 was caught in August 2024 by Stephen Mitchell.
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.
With the removal of the extensive stock of Bream, we are confident that our feeding programme will result in bigger Carp and within a couple of years we expect this lake to be at least as popular as Cherry Mere and Cherry Springs. Cherry Pool is normally the most productive of our Carp lakes throughout the year. It is particularly good during the colder winter months where a combination of it's depth and stocking density means that anglers catch in almost all conditions.
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 also contains a healthy Tench population with fish to nearly 7lb. Sometimes these lovely fish can be picked up on float tactics, or be 'surprise captures' when fishing with (smaller) boilies. The Tench, just like the Carp are benefitting from the removal of the lakes past big population of Bream.
The lake also contains a big head of Roach, including 2lb + specimens, and Perch. All of which can readily be caught using float tactics.
Cherry Pool also contains one or two other surprise fish, including a small number of Koi such as this 20lb Koi caught by Malcolm Williams below.
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.
Fish care and safety is paramount across Cherry Lakes. An approach welcomed by all good anglers who want to catch high quality good conditioned Carp. All anglers are expected to follow any advice or requests from the fishery management concerning fish safety.
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.