Elphicks Fisheries
Horsmonden, West Kent
Elphicks Fisheries is a seven-lake coarse and carp fishery in the countryside outside Horsmonden, with lakes laid out for everyone from families having a first go to anglers chasing big carp. All fishing is booked ahead through the Swimbooker app, and the on-site Carp Catchers Cafe serves anglers and visitors.
Highlights
- Seven lakes for day and session fishing, with all-weather swims
- Pleasure lakes suitable for beginners, juniors and families
- Lodge selling bait, tackle, drinks and snacks, with toilets and a shower
- Carp Catchers Cafe on site
Good to know
- All fishing must be pre-booked on the Swimbooker app; day tickets are not sold at the lodge
- An Environment Agency rod licence is needed
- Juniors under 17 must be with a responsible adult; three specimen lakes are adults only
- No dogs, and the gates are locked at closing time
Getting there
Elphicks Fisheries, Spelmonden Road, Horsmonden, TN12 8ELParking: Each lake has its own parking close to the swims.
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