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Armfield Angling Newsletter - January 2018Wishing all of our newsletter subscribers a very happy New Year. The offices have been open over the festive period to accommodate the demand for our newest addition to the portfolio, Iktus Ruffaud opening on March 10th 2018, just a short drive south of LIMOGES.
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Armfield Angling Newsletter - December 2017
As we enter into the festive period in what has been a hectic year at Armfield Angling, Carmen and I would like to wish all our customers existing and the very many new this year a very Happy Christmas.
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Armfield Angling Newsletter - July 2017
As we bask in 34 degrees of glorious French sunshine, holiday anglers are making the most of our venues fabulous facilities.
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Armfield Angling Newsletter - February 2017
The start of another exciting season is nearly upon us. Having endured frozen lakes and minus temperatures, the first signs of early spring are beginning to show.Read Full Newsletter
Armfield Angling Newsletter - Lac de Villedon Netting 7th to 10th January 2017
After months of planning and preparation Lac de Villedon underwent a FULL draindown and then netting on 7th January 2017. The lake had gradually been drained over the last 2 weeks to leave a large basin at the deeper dam end of the lake.Read Full Newsletter
Armfield Angling Newsletter - October 2016
Despite its low water levels, Villedon has fished well in the latest few weeks. Shaun Jones visited swim 21 Briggsys Cabin with his wife Emma for a 17 fish catch including a new PB for Emma at 51lbs. Shaun has kindly written an article on his individual approach to tackling Villedon.
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Armfield Angling Newsletter - September 2016
All the very best big fish venues in France present challenges, at Chantecoq it's the mud, at Cassien sometimes the summer traffic of holidaymakers, boats and swimmers and at Rainbow you must adapt your approach to catch some of the very best fish in the world.
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Armfield Angling Newsletter - February 2016
Traditionally February is a quiet month on the carp fishing scene however here things have been frantic!! Following a complete draindown at lac De Villedon in December the successful removal of all poisson chat, this year is set to be the venues best year yet!!
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Armfield Angling Newsletter - August 2015
Steve and Joan Briggs have arrived yesterday at the venue. Both Steve and Joan were amazed at the quality of both the accommodation and natural beauty of the lily lined lake. Both commented the venue is like a 'Secret Garden' so that's what we have decided to name it..
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Armfield Angling Newsletter - June 2015
Lac de Villedon is in full swing and the fish have completely finished all spawning activity. We are delighted Robert Hales has chosen to celebrate his 50th birthday at the venue in September this year. Rob has taken 18 swims and his guests include Chris Tarrant, Steve Briggs, Simon Crow, Des Taylor and Jon Shoes plus myself amongst other valued friends.
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Armfield Angling Newsletter - May 2015
How many waters can boast 71 fish over 45lb, 15 over 56lb and 2 over
66lb's in a week?! and, all in pristine condition. As UK anglers make their way to the incredible Lac de Villedon the
true quality of this outstanding venue develops its reputation as one
of the very best big fish waters in France.Read Full Newsletter
Armfield Angling Newsletter - April 2015
Welcome to a busy start to the season on behalf of Armfield Angling. We have been delighted to introduce many of our long established customers to our portfolio of venues: Read Full Newsletter
Armfield Angling Newsletter - March 2015
Welcome to the March edition of Armfield Anglings newsletter. At Villedon, rising temperatures earlier in the week saw fish venturing into the shallower waters where on Tuesday there were reports of 15 fish from swim 15.Read Full Newsletter
Armfield Angling Newsletter - February 2015
Today is 1st March and a winter season of hard work and preparation drawers to an end and the new season looks forward to welcoming all our customers existing and new for an exciting year on Armfield Angling venues!!Read Full Newsletter
Armfield Angling Newsletter - November 2014
We are very proud to report following Steve Briggs and Rob Hales visit to Lac De Villedon in October this year that the bookings office is very busy as expected.
Steve Briggs CarpWorld 5 page feature is in the shops now, please turn to page 164 to read about Steve and Robs fantastic Villedon experience. Read Full Newsletter
Armfield Angling Newsletter - September 2014
We have been delighted to welcome our first UK customers to our flagship venue, Lac de Villedon. Lee Pettit was one of the early arrivals with his son Jack. Lee was given a warm welcome by John and his team, who explained all the venue fishing rules and facilities. Read Full Newsletter
Armfield Angling Newsletter - August 2014
Hopefully many of you have not failed to notice the media coverage over the last few months with Armfield Angling taking full pages in CarpTalk, articles in CarpWorld and electronic e-shots as part of our launch campaign to showcase the fabulous La De Villedon.Read Full Newsletter
Armfield Angling Newsletter - July 2014
Armfield Angling proudly launched its new flagship venue on June 9th via its brand new website and it's Facebook pages.Lac de Villedon has been under the radar for many years to the UK angler but held in high esteem as one of the best waters in France by the Dutch.
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Armfield Angling Newsletter - June 2014
Firstly our huge appreciation for all our valued customers that have offered their continued support while Armfield Angling makes changes to it's portfolio. Three years ago we were privileged to introduce to the UK market Domaine de la Ribiere, the success of which is undisputed as one of France's premier venues. Living in France and having fished many of its iconic waters such as Cassien, Lac du der Orient and Rainbow, I almost believed another venue to parallel these greats would be impossible to find.
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