Our Story – Passion for Carp Fishing
CPS Tackle first opened its doors on the 10th of April 2010, founded by me, Keith Roberts. After spending years helping run our family business manufacturing polishing products, I found myself with more time on my hands due to a slowdown in trade. That’s when I made the decision to follow my passion and turn it into something more. I’d seen a clear gap in the market for a dedicated carp fishing tackle shop offering top-end brands like Trakker, Nash Tackle, Solar, Delkim, Korda, and Fox. So, I set out to build something carp anglers could rely on.
I reached out to suppliers, but most wouldn’t deal with me unless I had a physical store. One rep from Daiwa Sports took the time to visit, and after showing him my plans, he smiled and said, “You build it, and I’ll support you.” That was all the motivation I needed.
Starting with a blank canvas on a mezzanine floor in my parents’ unit, I built the shop myself—walls, stairs, fittings—the lot. Within six months, while still working my day job, CPS Tackle was up and running. And within just ten months, we’d already outgrown the space.
Fast forward to August 2018, we moved into a brand-new 5,000 sq. ft. unit just down the road. Myself, my two sons, and our small team worked tirelessly to clean and transform it into a clean, open, and fully stocked tackle shop we could be proud of. That same work ethic and pride still fuels everything we do today.
What Sets CPS Tackle Apart?
We’re proud to be one of the best-stocked carp fishing tackle shops in the country, with a focus on quality, service, and expertise.
Specialist Expertise
With over 40 years of carp fishing experience under my belt—and having caught carp to over 68lb—I’m always available to offer genuine, honest advice. My two sons, Brandon and Jamie, are both keen carp anglers too, with Brandon landing fish over 50lb himself. This isn’t just our livelihood—it’s our lifestyle. And that passion comes across in everything we do.
Huge Range of Premium Tackle
We only stock the best. From bivvies, rods, reels, and alarms to bait, luggage, and accessories, we’ve got everything covered. Along with stocking top carp brands, we also carry a solid range of predator fishing tackle and accessories, making us the go-to choice whatever species you're targeting.
Customer Service That Goes the Extra Mile
Whether you visit us in person or place an order online, our goal remains the same: to make sure you’re happy. We’re known for providing prompt, personal service, and if something goes wrong on our end, we won’t leave you waiting. We’ll give you a call directly to put things right — no delays, just genuine service from people who take pride in doing things properly.
Our Mission & Values
Our mission is to offer not just the best fishing tackle available, but to provide every customer with a positive experience. Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been carp fishing your whole life, you’ll be treated with respect, honesty, and the same level of service.
Being a family-run business, we care about how we do things and are proud to support local charities. We also love holding open days at the shop, giving anglers the chance to meet some of their fishing heroes and talk tackle with the best in the business.
Meet the Team
Keith – Founder & Owner
I’ve been fishing since the 1970s and bring decades of knowledge and experience to the shop. Whether you’re after advice on baiting, rods, or rigs, I’m always happy to help and offer my advice.
Brandon – Store Manager
My eldest son, Brandon, keeps the shop running smoothly day to day. He’s a skilled carp angler and offers expert guidance in-store and online. Always friendly, always helpful.
Jamie – Sales & Operations
My youngest son, Jamie works alongside Brandon, making sure everything runs smoothly and on time. From customer support to picking up on the finer details, he keeps things sharp behind the scenes and up front.
Sarah – Accounts & Support
A close family friend, Sarah’s been part of CPS Tackle from the early days. She handles our accounts and isn’t afraid to muck in when things get busy in-store.
Together, we’re a tight-knit team that cares about doing things right. Everyone here plays a key role in delivering the top-level service CPS Tackle has become known for.
Innovation & Exclusive Products at CPS Tackle
We’re proud to stock some of the most sought-after brands in the carp fishing world—including Delkim, Free Spirit, and Aqua Products—accounts that aren’t easily come by. Our customers trust us to have the latest releases from Sticky Baits, Mainline, CC Moore, Nash, Korda, and many more.
We’re also excited to now stock Parker Baits, bringing incredibly fresh, high-quality bait to our shelves. Whatever’s new and worth knowing about in the carp fishing scene, you can be sure we’ve got our finger on the pulse.

Why Choose CPS Tackle?
We’ve built CPS Tackle on honesty, hard work, and a real love for carp fishing. That’s why so many of our customers return to us time and time again—because they know they’ll get straight answers, a fair price, and genuine support. We’re proud to have grown both our fishing tackle shop and online store into trusted go-to places for anglers all over the UK. Orders are packed quickly, delivered promptly, and if there’s ever a problem, we deal with it fast. Still not sure?
Give us a call or pop into the shop—we’d love to meet you and show you why CPS Tackle continues to lead the way in carp fishing gear. Explore our full range of premium tackle online or visit us in-store. Check out our top brands, browse carp fishing gear, or get in touch for expert advice.
Opening Times
Monday | 8.30am | - | 5.30pm |
Tuesday | 8.30am | - | 5.30pm |
Wednesday | 8.30am | - | 5.00pm |
Thursday | 8.30am | - | 5.30pm |
Friday |
8.00am | - | 5.30pm |
Saturday | 8.30am | - | 5.00pm |
Sunday | Closed | - | Closed |
CHRISTMAS OPENING TIMES
Christmas Eve 24th |
9.00am |
- |
1.00pm |
Christmas Day 25th |
Closed |
- |
Closed |
Boxing Day 26th |
Closed |
- |
Closed |
Tuesday 27th |
Closed |
- |
Closed |
Wednesday 28th |
9.00am |
- |
4.00pm |
Thursday 29th |
9.00am |
- |
4.00pm |
Friday 30th |
9.00am |
- |
4.00pm |
New Years Eve 31st |
Closed |
- |
Closed |
New Years Day 1st |
Closed |
- |
Closed |
Monday 2nd |
Closed |
- |
Closed |
Tuesday 3rd |
8.30am |
- |
5.30pm |