Inn On The Lake (TWAPS) is a single, dedicated carp water on the edge of Shorne in north Kent, just off the A2 corridor between Gravesend and Rochester. Set beside the Inn On The Lake hotel complex, it fishes more like a compact club pit than a day‑ticket venue. It will appeal to intermediate and experienced carp anglers who value a bit of thought and watercraft over purely commercial-style fishing, and who are comfortable working around a relatively intimate, often pressured water.
The lake is a modest-sized former excavation, broadly in the low single-figure acres, with a simple but not featureless outline. Depths are generally moderate, with shallower margins shelving into deeper central water; expect a mix of 4–6 ft shelves and pockets dropping a little further in places. Submerged bars and slight undulations run across parts of the lake, creating patrol routes that reward careful leading around. Weed can appear in the warmer months but is usually patchy rather than blanket, and the margins often carry a bit of cover. Swims are set around the perimeter with reasonable spacing for a small water, offering coverage of open water as well as edge spots and corner areas.
Stock is centred on common and mirror carp, with a working head of doubles and a fair number of fish pushing into the twenties when in good condition. There are believed to be a handful of better specimens above that bracket, but it is not a big-fish circuit water by national standards. The lake suits anglers who enjoy targeting a mixed stamp where multiple bites are possible if you get things right, yet with the realistic chance of a more notable fish. Other species may be present, but most anglers treat it as a focused carp venue.
Inn On The Lake generally rewards anglers who pay attention to subtle signs and move if necessary, rather than sitting it out over long, static campaigns. Shows, subtle fizzing and liners can quickly reveal the carp’s preferred areas on a given day. In colder months, bites often come from the slightly deeper central water and sheltered corners, whereas in spring and summer the fish make more use of the margins and any available cover. Being a relatively small, club-controlled water, it can see consistent pressure, and the carp are accustomed to lines and leads; fine-tuning presentation and line lay can make a real difference.
The atmosphere is a blend of semi-urban convenience and natural surroundings. Road noise and the presence of the hotel are noticeable, but bankside vegetation and waterfowl give it some seclusion once you settle into a swim. It is usually busier at peak times, with regulars forming the core of its angling pressure, yet it retains a straightforward, no-nonsense club water feel rather than a highly managed commercial fishery.
Practical notes:
– Access: Club-controlled water fished under Thameside Works Angling Preservation Society (TWAPS) membership/permit.
– Facilities: On-site parking; additional facilities (toilets, refreshments) available via the adjacent hotel complex, subject to club/hotel arrangements.
– Rules: Standard modern carp-care rules apply (unhooking mats, appropriate nets, safe rigs); check TWAPS guidelines for any bait, night fishing, and tackle restrictions before visiting.
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Description
Inn On The Lake (TWAPS) is a single, dedicated carp water on the edge of Shorne in north Kent, just off the A2 corridor between Gravesend and Rochester. Set beside the Inn On The Lake hotel complex, it fishes more like a compact club pit than a day‑ticket venue. It will appeal to intermediate and experienced carp anglers who value a bit of thought and watercraft over purely commercial-style fishing, and who are comfortable working around a relatively intimate, often pressured water.
The lake is a modest-sized former excavation, broadly in the low single-figure acres, with a simple but not featureless outline. Depths are generally moderate, with shallower margins shelving into deeper central water; expect a mix of 4–6 ft shelves and pockets dropping a little further in places. Submerged bars and slight undulations run across parts of the lake, creating patrol routes that reward careful leading around. Weed can appear in the warmer months but is usually patchy rather than blanket, and the margins often carry a bit of cover. Swims are set around the perimeter with reasonable spacing for a small water, offering coverage of open water as well as edge spots and corner areas.
Stock is centred on common and mirror carp, with a working head of doubles and a fair number of fish pushing into the twenties when in good condition. There are believed to be a handful of better specimens above that bracket, but it is not a big-fish circuit water by national standards. The lake suits anglers who enjoy targeting a mixed stamp where multiple bites are possible if you get things right, yet with the realistic chance of a more notable fish. Other species may be present, but most anglers treat it as a focused carp venue.
Inn On The Lake generally rewards anglers who pay attention to subtle signs and move if necessary, rather than sitting it out over long, static campaigns. Shows, subtle fizzing and liners can quickly reveal the carp’s preferred areas on a given day. In colder months, bites often come from the slightly deeper central water and sheltered corners, whereas in spring and summer the fish make more use of the margins and any available cover. Being a relatively small, club-controlled water, it can see consistent pressure, and the carp are accustomed to lines and leads; fine-tuning presentation and line lay can make a real difference.
The atmosphere is a blend of semi-urban convenience and natural surroundings. Road noise and the presence of the hotel are noticeable, but bankside vegetation and waterfowl give it some seclusion once you settle into a swim. It is usually busier at peak times, with regulars forming the core of its angling pressure, yet it retains a straightforward, no-nonsense club water feel rather than a highly managed commercial fishery.
Practical notes:
– Access: Club-controlled water fished under Thameside Works Angling Preservation Society (TWAPS) membership/permit.
– Facilities: On-site parking; additional facilities (toilets, refreshments) available via the adjacent hotel complex, subject to club/hotel arrangements.
– Rules: Standard modern carp-care rules apply (unhooking mats, appropriate nets, safe rigs); check TWAPS guidelines for any bait, night fishing, and tackle restrictions before visiting.
Inn On The Lake TWAPS Rules
