Fishing venues

CMCS Pans Lake

Hertford,Hertfordshire· SG14 2NA

AI-enriched — awaiting check

Species: 2 recorded
Day tickets: Not offered / check access
Night fishing: Available — check water
Waters: 1 water

About the water

Pans Lake is a four-acre gravel pit in Hertford, Hertfordshire, set within woodland surrounded by Panshanger Park. The lake has varied depths, bars and plateaus, with eight swims offering access to different features. Bookings are limited to seven anglers, leaving more than half an acre of water per angler when all seven places are occupied. The venue describes a stock of 40 introduced carp alongside 25 original fish, with the originals listed at between 20lb and 35lb. Both common and mirror carp are present. The page states that no fish smaller than 20lb are present and that the largest carp reached the high 30lb range in the first year. Regular feeding and a stocking programme form part of the venue’s ongoing management plans. Fishing is offered on an exclusive-use basis, with prices starting at £21 per person per 24 hours. The stated booking period runs from Monday to Sunday over seven days, with shorter sessions available from December to February. Anglers can book through the venue’s booking page. Tackl tip: The venue advises locating the fish and applying bait quietly and consistently to a spot without lines, rather than expecting straightforward catches.

What you can catch

Species reported by anglers, owners or the venue’s website. Check current stocks with the venue.

Rules

Exclusive-use venue limited to seven anglers. The stated booking period is seven days, Monday to Sunday, with shorter sessions available from December to February.