Churchwood Fisheries Most Wanted

Target Fish...

There are many stunning carp at Churchwood Fisheries just waiting to be caught. In the past 5 years since the current owner has been running the fishery several carp have been given names and have become target fish for many of the visiting anglers. No doubt we will have a few more by the end of 2010. If you are lucky enough to catch an unknown fish or one that breaks the 30lb barrier it could be you naming one of the lakes many inhabitants.

Carlos (Churchwood) >> Named after the ex-West Ham player, cracking idea ! 2010 came out around the 27lbs mark. A truly stunning example of the quality of carp that can be caught here at Churchwood Fisheries. Fairly recognisable by a group of 4 scales in the middle of it's flank on the opposite side to this picture. One of my favorite fish in the lake.
	<< George (Churchwood) The 2nd resident that Lee 'The Bailiff' Walford has got to name. This mirror comes in at 28lbs+ with the potential to hit the 30lbs barrier in the near future. Reminds me a lot of Sallis, a fish that passed away back in 2008. Hopefully it is destined to replace Sallis and join the other 30's that reside in the lake.
Bubbles (Churchwood) >> Bubbles was named in 2009 by Lee 'The Bailiff' Walford, a West Ham fan! A cracking fish with a good shape and potential to grow into something special. Easily recognised by a small smooth spawning scar on one of its flanks. This common resides in Churchwood Lake and weights in excess of 25lbs.
	<< 5 Scale (Jenkins) A cracking mirror that weighs between 28-30lbs. Easily recognisable from a cluster of 5 large scales centered on both flanks. When the new owners took over the fishery back in 2004, 5-scale was one of the 1st carp from Jenkins and weighed 24lbs.
The Ghost Of Churchwood >> One of the prettiest Ghosties you are likely to see. Weighs anywhere between 22lbs - 24lbs and is a frequent visitor to the bank. There are several Ghost carp in both lakes and a few that are now of similar size although this creature is easily recognisable.
	<< Tom's Common One of the best looking commons that inhabit these lakes. A young fast growing fish and one that will soon reach the magical 30lbs weight. Currently weighs around 27-08lbs. Interestingly this fish seems to like the colder weather as it's one of the most frequent visitors to the bank during the winter months.
The Long Common (Churchwood) >> A long strong fighting machine, resembling a river common. A cracking fish and one that we would love to see several pounds heavier. This could become a good 30lb+ fish. As with the majority of fish in these lakes the Long Common is in superb condition and is probably the owners favorite carp in Churchwood. Best weight so far was at 27-08lbs.
	<< Shaggy (Churchwood) Best recent weight of 28lbs. A mirror that has steadily been gaining weight and hopefully another that could soon reach the 30lbs barrier.
Scar (Jenkins) >> Best weight 29lbs 02oz. Scar is easily recognizable by a 3 - 4 inch old scar on one of her flanks. This fish has been steadily increasing weight over the past 2 years and fully expect it to go 30lbs very soon. It's a fairly obliging carp and makes regular appearances, although its no mug..
	<< The Italian (Churchwood) A big plated pretty Mirror coming in around 23lbs - 24lbs. A strong fighting fish that will test your tackle to the max.
The Linear (Churchwood) >> There are several stunning Linears in Churchwood although I would put this one up the top. Usually around the mid 20lbs mark and continues to show good growth rates.