Bomere Heath · SY4 3QH

Merrington Carp Fishery

Three bookable carp lakes near Shrewsbury. The fishery publishes seasonal opening dates and minimum stay lengths.

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Main Lake

Official details

The larger specimen lake. Check the fishery’s seasonal opening dates.

Mirror carp record: 43 lb 8 oz
Common carp record: 41 lb 8 oz
Estimated carp stock: About 275
Water area: 8 acres
Swims: 15 singles

Day ticket: Unavailable
Night fishing: Available
Booking: Book in advance

£36 for 24 hours

Hayes Lake

Official details

Reported average: 25–26 lb, with multiple carp over 30 lb
Estimated carp stock: 185 common and mirror carp
Water area: 6 acres

Day ticket: Unavailable
Night fishing: Available
Booking: Book in advance

£36 for 24 hours

Merlin Lake

Official details

The operator lists whole-lake weekend bookings.

Carp record: 34 lb
Water area: 1.25 acres
Swims: 3

Day ticket: Unavailable
Night fishing: Available
Booking: Book in advance

£31 for 24 hours

Sources checked 12 November 2026

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Three bookable carp lakes near Shrewsbury. The fishery publishes seasonal opening dates and minimum stay lengths.

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