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If you are fishing a venue which has a big head of carp as well as crucians, always set up two landing nets. I use a standard pan net for the crucians as it enables me to scoop them up and unhook them quickly. I also have a 42in carp net to hand as this approach has been responsible for fish to over 30lb in the past

delightful country park, fish to over 2lb fall frequently.

Fish the margins on this Leamington Angling water to find the crucians.

The Mere is a stunning fishery packed with features and the crucians can be found close to the lily pads.