South Ings Lane was Embryo’s first fishery to open in late 2014. Originally three lakes, these deep, clear pits have proved to be a fantastic environment for the freshly stocked carp to thrive in. Later on, the first two lakes were knocked through to create a larger lake (Pit 1&2) and start the transformation of these virgin pits. They were fully fenced from the outset to protect the new fish from predation.

The stocking of fish occurred over the first year with fish from VS Fisheries, Heather Fisheries and our Lea Valley supplier with fish ranging between 8-29lb. These fish have since flourished in the gin clear water and some fish that went in as low to mid-doubles have now reached weights well in excess of 30lb! With growth rates like this, the future is destined to be bright!

The deep water lends itself to zig fishing in the late winter and spring, but the marginal shelves are very productive throughout the spring, summer and early autumn. Also, do not ignore surface fishing in the summer as the fish in South Ings are very partial to a floater!

Come mid to late autumn though, the fish are readily caught from the deeper water at the bottom of the marginal shelves and beyond in the open water, so don’t be afraid to fish out in the deeps when it cools right down.

Both the weekday and weekend waiting lists for this venue are currently closed until further notice. When open, please apply via the South Ings Pit 1&2 page.