With that in mind, we have introduced a few - we hope they seem sensible and don't affect your enjoyment of the fishery. Some of the bait ones are simply to deter the recruitment of small fish and to ensure a certain standard of feed is being introduced. If in doubt on which boilies you should be using we would recommend any of the Rollin Baits range.

Fishery Rules

• Up to 4 anglers can fish at any one time
• Only fishery landing nets, slings and mats/cradles to be used.
• Fishing only from clearly designated swims.
• No litter – take it with you
• A maximum of 2 rods per angler
• Minimum size 6 micro barbed hook – no long shank or Ronnie type hooks/rigs
• Minimum 12lb line
• Maximum lead size 3oz
• No OMC Twig or similar self hooking monstrosities are allowed
• Freezer boilies and pellets only to be used. No shelf life baits, plastic or artificial baits, nuts, pulses or other seed baits to be used.
• Leadclips and tubing only (no fused loop leaders, leadcore or other forms of leader)
• No braided mainline except on marker/spod rod
• Floater fishing is allowed but no zigs
• Any small fish under 15lb (other than Perch) to be retained and Paul informed immediately for removal.
• No rods to be left unattended. Lines must be retrieved from swims if anglers go stalking or wish to convene for a BBQ, etc.
• Care should be taken to preserve the natural habitat – no removal or cutting back of pads/trees/reeds or anything ‘living’ without permission from fishery owners
• If a fish appears to be damaged, sick or in distress then please retain the fish in a landing net and contact the fishery owners immediately
• Any damage to the otter fence should be immediately reported
• You are not permitted to use the boat on site.
• You are not permitted to get in the water at all. The margins are steep and the lake is clay lined – it is extremely hazardous.
• Be mindful of noise. We have neighbours.
• Drinking/smoking in moderation is fine – but if you cannot safely handle a big carp wind your rods in and sleep it off.
• Do not allow anyone beyond the entrance gate who does not have permission to be there. Should someone seek access you should confirm this first with Paul.
• All captures to be weighed and photographed (both sides) and sent to Paul as we closely monitor fish weights and progress.

Fish Safety

All equipment is provided. Net/sling/mat/propolis/water container. Do not bring any of these items on site.

The retention slings on site may be used for up to 15 minutes in order for you to get yourself together and get an angler to wind in and take the photos.

No recasting of the rod until the fish is returned. Concentrate on the one you have so she goes back in the best condition.

• When the fish is in the net take a second to catch your breath and enjoy the moment.
• Before you do anything else, assemble and wet the unhooking mat and weigh sling.
• Fill the water canister (provided) to keep the fish wet and remember to zero your scales!
• Cut the mainline behind the leadclip/tubing (that will make life much easier as you can remove the rod)
• Slide the retention sling under the fish and roll down the net
• Before you lift the sling check that the fins are flat along the body of the fish
• Then lift the sling carefully from the water and over onto the mat
• Do not carry the fish up the steps into the main swim/bivvy area. There is ample room by the water for photo/weighing of the fish
• Remove the hook and slide out the landing net from under the fish
• Take a quick snap of the fish on your phone and send to Paul via WhatsApp
• Please treat any marks or damage to the fish with the propolis treatment provided to each angler. Simply dry the area with your sleeve, apply the propolis and splash with water
• Weigh the fish (again making sure the fins are flat to the body before lifting. Send the weight to Paul.
• Keep the fish (particularly the head/gills) wet and quickly take a few photographs.
• Do not try to get a ‘returner’ shot. The lake is clay lined and the margins are steep.
• Return the fish to the water from the sling, taking a moment to stabilise the fish should that be needed.

If in any doubt about these instructions please ask Paul for further information.