Review by Smoggy
Acton Burnell, Shropshire RH Fisheries,
Acton Burnell Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY5 UK
Contact Alex on 01952 463 141 or email [email protected]
Website
Acton Burnell is famous for both its fish and spectacular scenery. Many famous anglers have visited these lakes to catch its huge carp. There are two lakes at Acton, both can be very tricky but there are some fantastic catches every season.
I took control of the lakes in 1992, shortly after they were drained, emptied, limed, fertilised and de-silted and then re-stocked with the magnificent carp that reside there today. Since 1994 both Acton Lakes have been run as very exclusive syndicate waters and there has always been a two year waiting list.
The Fish
In the lower lake in 1993 we introduced 96 young carp, three to five years old weighing between 10lbs and 24lbs. Over the years we have gradually de-stocked to maximise the potential of the best fish. The lower lake now holds 20 originals, nearly all of which are big 30's together with 40's and a 50lbs common the lake record "Bill" at 55-04lbs, along with at least five other 40's. In addition there are 42 young hand picked doubles that are growing well for the future.
The top lake holds approximately 120 fish of which 25 fish are different 40's. Yes, 25 different 40's. These include a current lake record mirror of 49.10lbs and a common of 48.11lbs. In addition to the big girls there are approximately 60 different 30's.
Facilities: 1/5
They do have some porta loo's :o/
Quality of fishing: 4/5
They have some monsters on this complex and the fish they have are decent fish.
Disabled Facilities 0/5
Nothing at all, pretty poor really.
Fish Stocks: 3/5
They have different stocks in each lake but this lake concentrates on size and not amount.
Pricing: 2/5
Will update.
Staff: 3/5
I wouldnt say arrogant but can come across quite brash and harsh but they will help where needed.
Security 1/5
Nothing much at all. A very basic security, something that's last on their list obviously. Considering the size of the fish you would think they would have something more in place.
Rules: 3/5
Basic
Rod limit is 3
Overall: 4/5
Stunning venue, porta loo's either end of lake. Set in the middle of nowhere. Lovely head of fish.
Acton Burnell, Shropshire RH Fisheries,
Acton Burnell Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY5 UK
Contact Alex on 01952 463 141 or email [email protected]
Website
Acton Burnell is famous for both its fish and spectacular scenery. Many famous anglers have visited these lakes to catch its huge carp. There are two lakes at Acton, both can be very tricky but there are some fantastic catches every season.
I took control of the lakes in 1992, shortly after they were drained, emptied, limed, fertilised and de-silted and then re-stocked with the magnificent carp that reside there today. Since 1994 both Acton Lakes have been run as very exclusive syndicate waters and there has always been a two year waiting list.
The Fish
In the lower lake in 1993 we introduced 96 young carp, three to five years old weighing between 10lbs and 24lbs. Over the years we have gradually de-stocked to maximise the potential of the best fish. The lower lake now holds 20 originals, nearly all of which are big 30's together with 40's and a 50lbs common the lake record "Bill" at 55-04lbs, along with at least five other 40's. In addition there are 42 young hand picked doubles that are growing well for the future.
The top lake holds approximately 120 fish of which 25 fish are different 40's. Yes, 25 different 40's. These include a current lake record mirror of 49.10lbs and a common of 48.11lbs. In addition to the big girls there are approximately 60 different 30's.
Facilities: 1/5
They do have some porta loo's :o/
Quality of fishing: 4/5
They have some monsters on this complex and the fish they have are decent fish.
- 120 carp
- Lake record 49.04lbs
- 7.5 acres lower lake
- 62 carp (21 original)
- 5 fish of 40lbs+
- 16 big 30's
- Lake Record 'Bill' 54lb
- 42 young stockies - 12lbs to 18lb+
Disabled Facilities 0/5
Nothing at all, pretty poor really.
Fish Stocks: 3/5
They have different stocks in each lake but this lake concentrates on size and not amount.
Pricing: 2/5
Will update.
Staff: 3/5
I wouldnt say arrogant but can come across quite brash and harsh but they will help where needed.
Security 1/5
Nothing much at all. A very basic security, something that's last on their list obviously. Considering the size of the fish you would think they would have something more in place.
Rules: 3/5
Basic
Rod limit is 3
- You must bring your own landing nets and weight slings (unhooking mats provided)
- Keep the fish soaked on the unhooking mats (buckets are provided)
- No sacks allowed
- No bent hooks
- No braided reel lines
- No peanuts
- No boats of any kind
- Please respect your fellow anglers
Overall: 4/5
Stunning venue, porta loo's either end of lake. Set in the middle of nowhere. Lovely head of fish.
