Lake Map:

Description:

Les Montautiers is approximately 5 acres amongst land of 6.5 acres. It is stream and spring fed ensuring good quality water throughout the year.

The banks offer easy access to the water, and the swims have been designed to drain in even the wettest conditions. No wellies required. Swims have been generously constructed to accommodate even the largest two man bivvies with room to spare. Three of the swims have been designed as double swims, allowing sociable fishing for 4 anglers which ensures an exclusive, quiet and non pressured experience.

Fish Stock:

Les Montautiers was initially stocked in the winter of 1998-'99 with 130 fish. Most of these were low to mid twenties with a good head of thirties and a sprinkling of forties. Then again in the winter of 2001-'02 more quality fish were added to the lake.

A further stocking in early 2004 is further proof of the dedication and commitment of the previous owners by adding quality Carp as part of an ongoing stocking strategy for a brilliant and unforgettable catch.

Rules:

1. No spiderwire hooklength or similar material.
2. Barbed or Micro-barbed hooks only.
3. No bent hooks.
4. No nailer-swivel rigs.
5. No nuts (peanuts, tigers etc.)
6. No lead or braided mainline.
7. Minimum 15lb BS line.
8. Strictly no sacking of fish allowed.
9. Large unhooking mats and quality weigh slings are compulsory.
10. It is compulsory to use Klinik or similar where necessary.
11. Semi fixed or running leads only.
12. Rods must be attended at all times.
13. Bait boats allowed but please consider other anglers.
14. Particle and pellet may only be used if purchased on site.
15. No shelflife bait, only fresh.
16. Safe rigs please, think of FISH WELFARE at all times.
17. Rig tubing must be used.
18. Gentlemanly conduct is expected and required.
19. Departure from swim on Saturday is 9am.

Rules and conditions are for the safety and enjoyment of the anglers and the well being of the fish.

The owners of Les Montautiers thank you for your co-operation at all times.

Carp Care

The welfare of our Carp is paramount

Below are a few common sense guidelines to which all our guests must adhere

 
1. Always keep your net within reach of where you intend to play fish

When you have a fish on, it requires your full attention. Slack line caused by any distraction could result in snagged fish and unnecessary mouth damage.

2. Once netted, make sure the fins are folded flat before lifting from the water and when placing on the unhooking mat provided.

Fins are fragile and if caught in nets can be broken easily, damaging the fish for life.

3. Always use a the unhooking mat provided on a flat, shaded, soft, grassy area where possible and always away from rocks and the waters edge. Once netted, immediately place the fish on the mat.

Placing fish directly onto hard bank can cause serious external and internal injuries and removes protective slime thereby increasing the risk of infection upon their return to the lake.

4. Always have a bucket of lake water by the side of your mat along with your scales, sling and camera.

Slings should always be wet before weighing a fish to avoid removing protective slime. By having lake water to hand you can keep the fish wet and prepare it for weighing without leaving it unattended.

5. Never leave a fish unattended on an unhooking mat.

Carp sometimes flap without warning and if unattended, can easily escape your mat and injure themselves on hard ground.

6. Remove your rig from the carps mouth immediately and treat with antiseptic (e.g. Klinik) where necessary.

By preventing further damage and treating the fish you are reducing the risk of infection and ensuring it remains in good condition.

7. When holding fish for photographs :-

• Support the carps weight with both hands underneath
• Do not lean or rest the fish on its stomach
• Take care not to interfere with the gills or damage fins
• Never stand to have your picture taken or hold the carp too high above the mat
• Do not over extend the carp towards the camera
• If a carp flaps whilst raised, cradle it towards your body to prevent the fish falling - you may get messy but it will prevent fatal injury
• Always use your sling or unhooking mat to return the fish to the water. Never carry it yourself
• Always remove wristwatches before handling fish
  

Many thanks for your co-operation in safeguarding our Carp