THE FURLONG LAKE

Welcome to The Furlong at Forest Lane Fisheries, a distinctive, canal-style lake stretching the full length of a furlong. With a width of approximately 13 meters across, this long, narrow lake is ideal for match anglers who appreciate a focused and strategic fishing experience. Its design includes sloping near and far shelves that taper down to depths of around 6 feet, creating multiple fishing opportunities along its length.

In the summer, techniques such as the short pole, fishing across, shallow setups, and working the edges are particularly effective, allowing anglers to make the most of the lake’s unique structure. During the winter months, “dobbing” across can be a great tactic to catch fish as they tend to hold in specific areas along the far shelf.

Bait recommendations align with those for the other lakes on the complex: pellets and meat perform well in the warmer months, while pellets, maggots, and corn are preferred during the winter season. With its canal-like structure and a manageable 13-meter width, The Furlong offers a rewarding and versatile match fishing experience, perfect for anglers looking to fine-tune their approach.

Number of Pegs

35

Species

Mirror Carp > 8oz –  10lb
Common Carp > 8oz – 10lb
f1’s > 7oz – 1lb
Barbel > 1lb –  4lb
Tench > 1lb – 3lb
Skimmers > 5oz – 1lb
Roach > 3oz – 1lb
Perch > 3oz – 2lb
Goldfish > 8oz – 1.5lb 

Year Established

2012