About The Islands Carp Fishery
Carp water at Mere on the Wiltshire-Somerset-Dorset borders, run under permissive access via the CM Fisheries group (cmfisheries.co.uk). South-of-England carpers passing the A303 use it as a convenient stop-off venue between heavier-pressure southern circuit waters.
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The Islands Carp Fishery: frequently asked questions
Yes — The Islands Carp Fishery is a fishing venue in Mere, Wiltshire (postcode BA12 6AA). Check the fishery website for current rules and bookings.
Day-ticket availability for The Islands Carp Fishery isn't confirmed in our records. Contact the venue via their website to ask about day tickets, season permits, or club membership.
Species records for The Islands Carp Fishery aren't confirmed in our database yet. Open the GilledIt app to see recent catches logged by other UK anglers, or contact the fishery for current stocks.
Yes — anyone aged 13 or over fishing for freshwater fish in England or Wales needs an Environment Agency rod licence, even on private waters like The Islands Carp Fishery. A 12-month 2-rod licence is £36.80 in 2026, and juniors aged 13–16 fish free but must register. Read our full guide at /blog/fishing-licence-uk-guide.
See what's biting at The Islands Carp Fishery
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