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FOXLEY LAKES
Two waters offering something for everyone
Fakenham Angling Club has access to two established fishing lakes at Foxley, offering two distinctly different fishing experiences.
The Foxley Carp Lake provides carp-focused fishing in a peaceful rural setting, while the Foxley Top Lake offers varied mixed coarse fishing and is suitable for a wide range of anglers and abilities.
Both waters are available to Fakenham Angling Club members, with day-ticket fishing also available.
FOXLEY AT A GLANCE
2 Lakes
Carp & Mixed Coarse Fishing
Day Tickets Available
Fakenham Angling Club Members Welcome
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FOXLEY CARP LAKE
Foxley Carp Lake is an established and peaceful water offering enjoyable fishing in a quiet rural setting.
The lake currently holds a good head of carp, predominantly high single figures and low double figures, making it an enjoyable water for anglers looking to target carp without necessarily chasing specimen-sized fish.
The lake also holds perch, although these are generally of a more modest size.
As part of the club's ongoing development of the water, additional carp in the 2–3lb range are planned to be stocked into Foxley Carp Lake in December 2026. These younger fish will complement the existing carp stock and help support the future development of the fishery.
With plenty of bankside features and opportunities to fish the margins, Foxley Carp Lake offers an interesting and rewarding water for both regular visitors and those fishing it for the first time.
Main species:
Carp • Perch
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FOXLEY TOP LAKE
Foxley Top Lake offers a varied mixed coarse fishery and provides a very different fishing experience to the neighbouring Carp Lake.
The lake holds an interesting mixture of species, including common, mirror and grass carp, alongside a good variety of traditional coarse fish.
This variety makes the Top Lake an enjoyable water for anglers wanting to target a particular species or simply enjoy a mixed day's fishing.
Species include:
Common Carp • Mirror Carp • Grass Carp • Bream • Roach • Rudd • Tench • Chub • Perch
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SHARED USE OF FOXLEY LAKES
Fakenham Angling Club rents the fishing rights at Foxley Lakes, and the waters are also available for use by guests staying at the adjoining Foxley holiday cottages.
Holiday cottage guests fishing the lakes are required to carry the appropriate cottage fishing pass while fishing and must familiarise themselves with and follow the rules applicable to the waters.
FAC members and visitors are therefore reminded that the lakes are a shared fishery and are asked to be considerate of other anglers and holiday guests using the site.
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ACCESS & PARKING
Foxley Lakes are located off the A1067 between Fakenham and Norwich. Please use the correct access and parking area for the lake you intend to fish.
Foxley Carp Lake
Parking for Foxley Carp Lake is available on the strip of land running alongside the fishery.
Please park considerately, leaving sufficient room for other anglers and ensuring access is not obstructed.
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Foxley Top Lake
Foxley Top Lake is accessed via the track and has its own designated parking area.
Anglers fishing the Top Lake should continue up the track and use the designated parking provided for this water.
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Please drive slowly and carefully when using the site and access track, and be considerate of holiday cottage guests and other users of the site.
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BEFORE YOU FISH
All anglers must familiarise themselves with the current Fakenham Angling Club Rules before fishing at Foxley.
Please also check the notice boards and signage at the waters when you arrive, as temporary restrictions, safety information or other important water-specific notices may be displayed.
Memberships, day tickets and cottage fishing passes may be checked by members of the club's bailiff team while you are fishing.
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DAY TICKETS
Day-ticket fishing is available at Foxley.
Anglers wishing to fish on a day ticket should check the club's dedicated Day Ticket information before visiting for current prices, eligibility and information on purchasing a ticket.
Day tickets must be obtained before fishing.
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LOOK AFTER OUR WATERS
Please help us keep Foxley Lakes safe, clean and enjoyable for everyone.
Take all litter and belongings home with you, respect the wildlife and surrounding land, and follow all club rules and on-site signage.
Please be considerate of fellow anglers, holiday cottage guests and others using the site.
If you notice damage, a hazard, distressed wildlife or anything else that may require the club's attention, please report it to a club bailiff or contact Fakenham Angling Club.
