As everyone starts looking forward to their upcoming trip, it's about now that many of you ask for a swim map and a lay out of the lake. Here is an updated swim placement map. Any questions, just fire away. Nic #solacevibe #carpfishinginfrance

It has been a month or two now since my last blog, so I thought I'd do a little update as there's been lots going on, with much of it being the less glamorous side of fishery management. I know a lot of you are interested in that kind of stuff, so here's what's been going on. The Artisan Carp Farm France project has been a real ball breaker. The development of ponds, planting iris, landscaping, water quality, aeration, feed; everything was done from scratch, so I had a lot t

First come first served. 4 awesome weeks left for this season at Lac Solace. To confirm your week require a £350 deposit. The remaining balance is due no later than 12 weeks before arrival! To contact Nic and get booked up you can WhattsApp him.on +33787705222 email info@lacsolace.com or use the Contact page. #solacevibe #carpfishinginfrance

Why does the winter always seem to go so fast! When we approach autumn I start to look forward to getting all the things done that I have wanted to do all summer. Although of course I can do general maintenance throughout the season, I have never been too keen on crashing around and making a load of noise unless I really have to. I don't want to disturb you or the fish. Then the time comes to say goodbye to the last group of the year, diggers are booked, work parties planned,

Some wicked fish out again this week, the last couple of weeks have seen, immaculate fish and big gains. The lads haven't been using tons...

It's been a great couple of weeks at Lac Solace. The temperatures have been 'doable' and the carp are active, ramping on that weight after

**EXTREMELY HOT** *FISH CARE REMINDER* Towards the end of this week and for at least next week we have very hot temperatures due of 35+ an

Lewis was blown away by his first trip to Lac Solace, banking some truly special carp with an incredible average weight. #solacevibe...

I am not a believer at all that one rig is all you need in your tackle box. For me different situations and even time of year dictate...

After a few attempts at a photo Jeremy decided that this bionic mirror was better off going straight back and me having a go at holding...

My approach and feelings about the best way to approach small waters in France aren't always the current trend, but it is born from my...

For a few months now, the odd angler fishing at Lac Solace has mentioned that we may have a trailer. It was concrete, but it was becoming...

Each year I tinker with the bait package to adapt to how the fishing I'd developing and give the angler's the best package for a...

Each year I tinker with the bait package to adapt to how the fishing I'd developing and give the angler's the best package for a...

I like to set up a fair bit back from the rods for a couple of reasons. With Solace being a shallow lake, any noise, chatting, lights ect...

We said goodbye to Ian, Simon and Neil this morning, as they headed back to the UK with smiles on their faces and looking forward to...

It's been a tricky start to the week, but that is all a thing of the past now! Terry with 2 cracking mirrors of 35 and 40lbs...

Jason and Andy had a great week at Solace last week with a real mix of strains, great average weight and some real stunner's. A...

Have a watch of our "This is Lac Solace" short film. Get a real feel for this special lake and loads of information in under 3 minutes....

After 2 successful, but ultimately failed challenges in Episode 1 and 2 and especially after the lost common in episode 1; I felt like I...