The Embryo story
How does Embryo do this?
Embryo has two main objectives;
Firstly, to buy and lease our own fisheries. Our venues are run as affordable fisheries with local anglers in mind, with a focus on helping young anglers access the many benefits that angling can offer. Any profits made from venues will be re-invested into the next project.
Secondly, we help others protect their lakes from the increasing threat of otter predation. We have fenced numerous lakes since 2015. As well as using our own funds to fence lakes, we also offer a cut price fencing service and can supply fencing materials at a low cost. This is a viable long term project where the maximum amount of angling clubs and syndicates can benefit from the services.
Embryo is focused on the future of the sport. We have a close relationship with numerous stakeholders and work with these (and independently) to look at alternative methods of predation prevention.
Embryo
The story (so far) in numbers
Over 30 Lakes opened
Day-tickets, Syndicates and even holiday venues, all secured for the future.
30+ Miles of fencing
We have installed over 45km of otter fencing to protect fisheries from predation.
8 Funded fences
Embryo fully funded fencing projects on 8 lakes for clubs in need.
Meet the team
Behind the scenes
Embryo Europe is spearheaded by a relatively small team of staff. Across the team there is a huge variety of skill sets but all with an underlying passion for the project.
As with Embryo in the UK, Embryo Europe relies heavily on the input and work carried out by volunteers, who’ve helped to create the successful lakes we run today.


Danny Fairbrass
CEO
Danny formed Embryo to put something positive back into carp fishing, and continues to drive his vision forward!

Matt Pettitt
Operations Manager
Matt has been instrumental in setting up Embryo in the UK, and also oversees the operations of Embryo Europe.

Ben Hodgetts
Commercial Manager
Ben manages the running of Embryo’s UK day-ticket venues as well as the European holiday venues; Carp Arena and Carplantis.

Dave Vergeer
Project Lead and Carplantis Fishery Manager
As well as being the friendly face you’ll meet at Carplantis, Dave leads many projects at Embryo Europe, from rearing our own carp to running syndicate projects.

Matthias Coudyser
Carp Arena Fishery Manager
The man you’ll meet at Carp Arena, Matthias will ensure you’ll enjoy a top class holiday experience – whether it’s advice about the lakes or taking some great catch shots!
Get in touch
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