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Charltons Ponds is a two lake complex located in a mature woodland park. The lakes were created in the 1930s when a former clay pit was flooded. The Small Pond is equipped with 22 pegs, with paths surrounding the pond for easy access. Pegs 21 and 22 are designed for wheelchair users, making this location accessible for all anglers. This pond is well stocked with a variety of fish, including carp up to 5lb, crucian carp, roach, rudd, ide, perch, tench, bream, and gudgeon. It is an ideal venue for anglers of all skill levels, and regularly hosts Junior matches on Saturday mornings during the summer months. The best weight recorded in a Senior event at this pond is 54lb in a 3 hour evening match. The Large Pond at Charltons Ponds spans six acres and is a mixed fishery that caters to both pleasure and specimen anglers. For the specimen angler, there are carp up to 30lb, bream up to 9lb, and tench up to 7lb that can be caught using various methods and baits. During the summer months, anglers can enjoy brilliant catches just a few meters from the bank. The Large Pond is also starting to show a good head of silvers, adding to the variety of fish available for anglers to target. With a range of fish species and opportunities for both novice and experienced anglers, Charltons Ponds offers a diverse and enjoyable fishing experience in a picturesque woodland setting.