Was at one island yesterday, is very weedy all over, pracically unfishable. The water is very clear though and could clearly see some nice tench in the secluded area next to the island as well a decent size carp, weren't interested in our maggots though. there were some local lads who reckon there's carp to 28 (though i'd have to see it to believe it) as well as lots of tench and hundreds of pike. They also told us seven islands was emptied last november, explaining the fact we didn't see any signs of life when we checked it out.
I did manage to hook a pair of nike shorts just as we were leaving! Definately would take a rake if I went back.