# Big Carp Magazine

> In-depth carp fishing magazine for serious anglers with exclusive content and technical features. (iPhone/iPad app by Jellyfish Connect Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/big-carp-magazine/id459455839 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jellyfish Connect Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/373521339)
- Category: Sports, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.2 · 42 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-09-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/big-carp-magazine/id459455839/reviews.md

## What is Big Carp Magazine?

For over 20 years Big Carp has been the serious carp anglers favourite read. Written and read by the world’s top anglers, dedicated to English thoroughbreds, a history of excellence. 

The UK’s only proper carp mag with articles from Britain’s top carp anglers past, present and future. Aimed at the angler who not only wants to know what catches but why! Many exclusives from anglers all over the country, in depth technical features on baits and rigs, on the bank interviews with successful anglers both well known and unknown. Life histories of famous anglers, monthly prizes to win holidays tackle and bait. Exclusive diaries Rob Maylin and his friends. Keith Jenkins monthly column “Made in England” featuring the biggest and most beautiful carp caught that month.  Big Carp is for the angler who wants more out of his fishing than just catching fish, it is for the angler who wants to know the history of his chosen quarry and the venue it resides in. Big Carp has something for everyone,  from the novice angler keen to learn the latest edges from the top anglers to the season pro just keeping abreast of the country’s most important captures. 

Read on!

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Paid for app downloads include one issue of the user’s choice. Free app downloads do not include a free issue unless otherwise stated. Within the app users can also purchase the current issue and back issues.

Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest regular issue at the time of purchase.

-The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product.
-You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period.
-Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased.
-If a subscription offers a free trial, at the end of the trial period, you will be charged the full price of the subscription. You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription settings on your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged.

Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account.

We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved.
If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store

Help and frequently asked questions can be accessed in-app and on pocketmags.

If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com

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http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx

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http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx

## Key features

- Exclusive content from top anglers
- In-depth technical features on baits and rigs
- On-the-bank interviews
- Life histories of famous anglers
- Monthly prizes and competitions
- User accounts for purchase protection

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Big Carp Auto Renewable Sub | $23.99 | per 6 months |
| Big Carp Auto Renewable Sub | $39.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| August 2024 (pp:998189) | $3.99 | one-time |
| August 2025 (pp:998117) | $3.99 | one-time |
| January 2025 (pp:998159) | $3.99 | one-time |
| February 2025 (pp:998153) | $3.99 | one-time |
| March 2025 (pp:998147) | $3.99 | one-time |
| July 2025 (pp:998123) | $3.99 | one-time |
| September 2025 (pp:998111) | $3.99 | one-time |
| June 2025 (pp:998129) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big Carp 357 (pp:1129825) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big Carp 365 (pp:1129809) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big Carp 364 (pp:1129811) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big Carp 360 (pp:1129819) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big Carp 361 (pp:1129817) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big Carp 355 (pp:1129829) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big Carp 353 (pp:1129833) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big Carp 354 (pp:1129831) | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/big-carp-magazine/id459455839/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Nice app

*2011-09-24*

This is a great app that allows you to download your latest issue of BC! It works well on both iPhone and iPad. What's more all issues are cheaper than off the shelf, and won't get soggy in the rucksack, no head torch required!

## Frequently asked questions about Big Carp Magazine

### Does Big Carp Magazine have ads?

Yes, Big Carp Magazine contains advertisements. Users can purchase issues and subscriptions within the app.

### How much does a subscription to Big Carp Magazine cost?

Subscription plans include a 6-month auto-renewable subscription for $23.99 and a 1-year auto-renewable subscription for $39.99.

### Can I cancel my Big Carp Magazine subscription?

Yes, you can turn off auto-renewal through your Account Settings. However, you cannot cancel the current subscription during its active period. Cancellation must be done more than 24 hours before the end of the current period.

### What devices is Big Carp Magazine available on?

Big Carp Magazine is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is Big Carp Magazine updated?

The app was last updated on July 17, 2021, with version 6.5.5. The release date of the app was September 21, 2011.

### What happens if I lose my device with Big Carp Magazine?

Users can register for or log in to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their purchased issues and allow browsing on multiple platforms.

### Can I get a free issue of Big Carp Magazine?

Paid app downloads include one issue of the user's choice. Free app downloads do not include a free issue unless otherwise stated. Subscriptions may offer a free trial period.

### What kind of content can I expect in Big Carp Magazine?

Expect articles from top carp anglers, technical features on baits and rigs, on-the-bank interviews, life histories of famous anglers, and monthly prize draws.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.5.5 — 2021-07-17

New and improved app homepage
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 6.0.0 — 2018-06-07

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Improved reading experience
iPhone X support
Bug fixes and other improvements

**We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com**

### 4.9.97 — 2016-08-09

General bug fixes, performance and memory improvements

**We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com**

### 4.9.86 — 2015-10-15

Fix for issue download problem on iOS9
New iPhone layout
Bug fixes and performance improvements

**Please note that once you update to iOS9 the Newsstand folder will turn into a standard app folder. You will now be able to move your magazine apps out of Newsstand, for example on to your homescreen.**

### 4.9.85 — 2015-09-30

Fix for issue download problem on iOS9
New iPhone layout
Bug fixes and performance improvements

We love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or questions please contact us: info@pocketmags.com

**Please note that once you update to iOS9 the Newsstand folder will turn into a standard app folder. You will now be able to move your magazine apps out of Newsstand, for example on to your homescreen.**

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