Red Ants (Fire Ants) – Warning

Red Ants (Fire Ants) – Warning

We have had a warning of nests of Red ants (Fire ants) around the Burrows Lake. These are reasonably common insects and could be encountered at most, if not all, venues. Insect bites and the dangers of anaphylactic shock are included in the Risk Assessment for our...
Clubmate Renewals

Clubmate Renewals

We will be sending out Clubmate Welcome Emails on 21st February 2024 to everyone that has provided their email address. Please look out for the email and check your junk folder if it hasn’t arrived in your inbox by the end of the day. The welcome email will...
Something very special…

Something very special…

Good afternoon chaps. Caught on Saturday 9th March 2019.20.08 lbs from Heaton lake, Hoo. Unbelievably, I caught this old croc whilst fishing for carp. I was fishing very tight lines and locked up tight against the reeds in the willows swim. Using a running inline lead...
Hot Weather and Fish Care

Hot Weather and Fish Care

FISH CARE With the blistering hot temperatures we are having recently please ensure you look after yourselves and the fish when out fishing. For the safety of the fish: It is important to remember that the water will be much warmer and warmer water means less...
How to prevent the spread of fish disease

How to prevent the spread of fish disease

It is understood that there has been a significant loss of fish at a fishery belonging to another club which is in close proximity to some of our own waters. We would like to take the opportunity to remind all members of the importance in preventing the spread of diseases.

Fish welfare

Fish welfare

The welfare of your fish should be at the front of your mind. We ask that you think carefully about how you want to photograph your catch. Here are some tips to help you: Set your camera up before you take the fish from the water. If you have a friend with you, they...