About Margot Lake
Margot Lake is 18 acres of classic French carp fishing, accommodating up to 8 anglers. This scenic lake offers “drive and survive” fishing for both carp and catfish, making it perfect for groups seeking an exclusive French carp experience or individuals looking for top-class carp fishing in France.
Margot Lake’s biggest attraction is its abundance of sizable carp and impressive catfish. While it may not be the venue for anglers chasing elusive 60-pound-plus carp, it consistently delivers exciting, action-packed carp fishing. In 2018 alone, Margot welcomed 213 carp anglers who landed a total of 1500 fish, including 926 carp (of which were koi, 504 grass carp, and 70 catfish.
The facilities at Margot Lake are rated highly by customers. They are modern, well placed and well equipped.
Quick Check
- Mains water and electricity
- Inside socials – kitchen/diner
- Outside socials – BBQ area with gazebo, seats 8
- Modern washroom, shower and w/c
- UK plugs for charging
- Fridge and bait freezers
Margot Lake’s facilities are located behind Swim 3. Swims 4 and 5 are also very close by. Swims 1 and 2 are just a couple of minutes away on foot and it’s just three or four minutes on foot to swims 6, 7 and 8.
The facilities include a modern chalet, which has a kitchen, dining area, shower, washroom and modern w/c. There’s a cooker, microwave, kettle, dining table and chairs, plenty of fridge and freezer space and UK plugs. Water and electricity is from the mains supply, so there’s plenty of hot water and it’s safe to drink.
Outside the chalet there’s a BBQ and a Gazebo with a large table and fitted benches. This outside ‘dining room’ overlooks the lake and is hugely popular for social nights.
What should you bring
Margot has excellent facilities but it is essentially a drive-and-survive venue, so you should pack accordingly. You don’t have to bring carp mats though. Nash Monster Carp Cradles are provided at each swim.
The lake bottom at Margot is clay, which is mostly covered by thin layers of silt. There are hard gravel spots to be found all over the lake. The depth ranges from two to six feet.
A hidden underwater feature is the remains of an ancient lane, which cuts right across the lake and emerges as a partially submerged island at one end. The old lane is very easy to locate. It runs in a straight line from the sunken island to the telegraph pole on the spit behind Swim one.ts, especially in the hotter months.
The lake bottom at Margot is clay, which is mostly covered by thin layers of silt. There are hard gravel spots to be found all over the lake. The depth ranges from two to six feet.
A hidden underwater feature is the remains of an ancient lane, which cuts right across the lake and emerges as a partially submerged island at one end. The old lane is very easy to locate. It runs in a straight line from the sunken island to the telegraph pole on the spit behind Swim one.
Margot Lake is famed for prolific catch reports. Carp and grass carp weighing well over 50lb and 100lb catfish are always a draw but the main attraction is the sheer number of them. This example of 148 fish caught by a group of 8 anglers in September 2023 gives an idea of the lake’s fish: 5 x 50s, 39 x 40s, 51 x 30s, 50 fish under 30lb, and 3 catfish at 114lb.
Margot’s other species include zander and roach. There are no bream, but poisson chat and crayfish are present in the lake. The Bigots have implemented a vigorous control system to minimise their number. As a precaution you should bring bait mesh and a supply of tiger nuts for hook baits, especially in the hotter months.
The great thing about Margot Lake is that you don’t have to drive too far. We’re 2 hours 10 minutes from the nearest port.
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Margot, Commons, Morgane and Lords Lakes are all situated within a 5 minute drive of each other on the outskirts of Miré in West France, which is also where the Bigot Fish Farm operation is located.
Driving to the Carp Lake
| Port | Driving Time | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Calais (Ferry Port and Eurotunnel) | 4 hours 30 minutes | 300 miles |
| Caen (Ouistreham) | 2 hours 10 minutes | 145 miles |
| Le Havre | 2 hours 50 minutes | 190 miles |
| Dieppe | 3 hours 10 minutes | 210 miles |
| St Malo | 2 hours 15 minutes | 120 miles |
| Cherbourg | 3 hours 20 minutes | 185 miles |
| Roscoff | 3 hours 40 minutes | 210 miles |
| Address | GPS (Decimal degrees) | Degrees (minutes seconds) |
|---|---|---|
| Margot is located on the D29 between Chemiré-sur-Sarthe and Miré | N47.755872 W0.464258 |
N47° 45′ 21.138″ W0° 27′ 51.328″ |
Week 1: Fishing pegs 1 and 2, 7 fish on the bank, the biggest weighing an impressive 42 lb 12 oz.
Week 2: Peg 7, 18 carp landed, including a stunning 57 lb 4 oz mirror carp, 6 x 35lb+, 3 x 30lb+, 4 x 25lb+, 3 under 20lb, and a catfish at 79lb.
21 fish caught, including 3 x 45s, 1 x 40s, 6 x 35s, 3 x 30s, 3 x 25s, 4 x 20s.
Excellent as usual. Many thanks to Laurent and Guiliany.
Fishing tactics: tiger nuts.
18 fish caught in total, including 3 x 40s, 3 x 35s, 7 x 30s, 3 x 25s, 2 x 20s.
Had a great trip. Great facilities, even better fishing.
48 fish caught, including a mirror at 54lb, 1 x 45s, 4 x 40s, 8 x 35s, 17 x 30s, 9 x 25s, 7 x 20s, and 1 under 20lb.
We had a slow week.
35 fish caught, 2 x 50lb+, biggest at 56lb, 7 x 40lb+, 15 x 30lb+, 10 x 20lb+, and one cat at 69lb.
Fishing tactics: tigers heavy baiting.
57 fish caught, including 1 x 60lb (grass), 2 x 45s, 10 x 40s, 19 x 35s, 12 x 30s, 9 x 25s, 2 x 20s, and 2 under 20lb.
The fishing was hard, but the owner offered to change lakes, which was very good on his part. All over, good trip.
Fishing tactics: mostly tigernuts.
9 fish caught, including 1 x 48lb 9oz, 1 x 40s, 2 x 35s, 4 x 30s, 1 x 20s.
We had a great week at Margot.
42 fish caught, including 4 x 50s, 3 x 45s, 2 x 40s, 7 x 35s, 10 x 30s, 7 x 25s, 8 x 20s, and 1 under 20lb.
Had a good week. Thanks for everything.
caught, including 4 x 50s, 6 x 40s, 13 x 30s, 8 x 20s, 3 under 20lb
Had a good week.
Fishing tactics: do what feels right for you.
9 fish caught, including 1 x 61lb (grass), 2 x 50s, 1 x 45s, 1 x 40s, 2 x 35s, 1 x 30s.
Margot Lake Rules
- Our lakes are designed so that you enjoy your stay and our fish are protected at the same time. Please take time to read these rules.
Security Deposit: £50 cash per angler, payable on arrival. Refunded at the end of your stay if your swim and facilities are left clean, tidy, and undamaged. - Arrival Time: From 13:00 PM (1:00).
- Departure Time: No later than 10:00 AM.
- If you arrive while the previous week’s anglers are still on site, do not use or store belongings in the facilities until cleaning is complete.
- Exclusive Groups: May set up after previous anglers have left, but must wait until cleaning is finished before using facilities.
- Non-Exclusive Groups: A swim draw will take place at 1: 00 PM( 13:00). G roups may agree swims among themselves; if no agreement is reached, a draw will determine swims. Any anglers arriving after draw must use the remaining swims.
- Maximum of 4 rods per angler, which MUST not be left unattended. If your rods are unattended you will be asked to leave without a refund.
- No lead core or braided main line.
- Minimum line – 15 lbs breaking strain – safety rigs only.
- H Block Marker floats are not allowed on Margot.
- Barbless or micro-barbed hooks ONLY. No hooks bigger than size 1 and no bent hook rigs.
- Unhooking mats / carp cradles are compulsory (provided on site)
- No sacking of fish. Retainning slings should be only used for the minimum necessary time (15-20 minutes maximum), especially in hot weather.
- All photos should be taken kneeling down just above the unhooking mat; no standing.
- All fish over 35lbs MUST be photographed in the water, NOT on the bank. Please bring your waders to make sure your pics with the fish are in the water (under your responsibility).
- Keep fish wet at all times when out of the water, and minimise time out of water (15-20 minutes maximum) to reduce stress.
- All anglers must carry carp care kits and must treat every fish and use these whenever necessary.
- No marking, mutilation, or mistreatment of fish. Offenders will be prosecuted.
- No drugs: alcohol in moderation.
- No swimming and no loud radios.
- Only prepared-factory branded particles (e.g. Quest, Dynamite, Natural Baits, etc.) or those purchased on site are permitted.
- Home Preparation of particles on site is strictly forbidden and subject to a zero-tolerance policy.
- Boats: Allowed but used at your own risk. Life Jackets are compulsory (not supplied – please bring your own) if you intend to use a boat.
- Children: Must be accompanied by their parents at all times.
- Bait boats: Allowed.
- Please leave your peg clean and put all litter, bottle tops, and cigarette ends in the bins provided.
- The toilets use a septic tank system, not main drainage. Please do not put anything down the toilet except toilet tissue otherwise you will block it. In particular please do not put baby wipes down the toilet.
- All visitors must have and be in possession of valid medical / travel insurance.
- Any angler not respecting the rules will be asked to leave and no refund will be given.
Margot Lake Prices & Availability
Margot lake is a drive and survive venue. It can be booked by individuals, groups or on an exclusive basis up to a maximum of 8 anglers
- £345 per week per angler, non-exclusive – up to 8 anglers
- £2540 per week lake exclusive for up to 8 anglers (£317.50 per angler)
- Non-Angler £60 per week
- 10% discount for 2nd and subsequent weeks (across all 6 Bigot lakes) for the same group during the same calendar year
- A deposit of 30% is required at the time of booking. The balance will be due 10 weeks before your chosen date
- For bookings less than 10 weeks before the start of your booked week, full payment will be required at the time of booking
- Payments can be made by bank transfer or credit card
- Contact us if you have any special requirements or wish to book a week that is not shown on the availability calendar
- Please note that travel to and from the lake is not included in these prices – you arrange your own travel
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For further information about booking and availability, please email us at contact@bigotlakes.com