Botte has 20 swims for a maximum of 12 anglers (14 if booked exclusively) spread out around this 40+ acre gravel pit. It lies in the lovely Champagne region of France, just next door to the Goncourt Complex. If you like a good bend in the rod and the chance of a real biggie (they go to 57lb), Etang de la Botte could be for you!

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The drive to Botte takes about 4 hours from Calais – it’s quite close to the famous Lac du Der Chantecoq. The lake is basically square in shape and has a lovely island, giving you with a splendid view and interesting features to fish to such as gravel bars, plateaus and the odd patch of weed in the summer. The fishing on Botte is not too complicated and a bit of observation should do the trick for you.

These former gravel pits cover 35 acres and have been open to carp anglers since 1995. The site has been regularly stocked over the last few years and it has a very good head of carp. This unspoilt venue will suit the independent carp angler who's looking for something off the beaten track. The lake stock is over 700 carp of all sizes with a good head of 20's and 30's and a number of fish over mid forties - there are now 4 different fish over fifty, the biggest at just over 57lb.

The average depth is around 2m, with a few deeper areas to around 3m. The bottom is a mixture of clay and gravel and there are no significant snags.

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The lake has clean facilities with a shower and English style toilet. However, the water on-site is not suitable for drinking so we suggest you bring bottled water. There’s a fridge and limited freezer space. Access is very good all around the lake and all the pegs can be reached by car. The whole perimeter is fenced in and the gates locked at night (a key is available to the anglers). There’s plenty of room for an angler who would like to take a caravan or motor home.

Boats, including baitboats, are allowed… but stringers, PVA bags & spodding have also produced excellent results. Moderate baiting is recommended. There are 4 boats on-site but you will have to bring your own life-jacket (which is compulsory). There is a refundable deposit for use of the boats. 

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From £242 per person, per week, including ferry crossing.
This lake can be booked exclusively - enquire for details.

Visit this lake 2 (or more) times in 2008 & get a 10% discount on the return visits!

Conditions:

• Applies to fishing only (excludes accommodation, food, bait etc)
• Applies to ferry crossing for vehicle only (excludes trailers, cabins etc)
• Members of a group booking who have not visited twice will not be eligible for the discount.