Fishing Rules for Watmore Farm Fishery

When fishing at Watmore Farm Fishery please abide by the following rules:

fishery rules

• You must be in possession of a valid E.A. rod licence before fishing
• Barbless hooks only
• All anglers must have a suitable unhooking mat and landing net per person suitable for the size of fish they wish to catch. No keep nets unless in an agreed match and all nets must be dry before commencing fishing
• Bank sticks to be pushed into the grass to protect the swims
• No tackle is to be left unattended at any time, owners do so at their own risk
• No braid lines to be used
• Method feeders must not be fixed
• No fly fishing
• No bait boats
• All fish must be returned to the water after capture immediately (No fish to be killed or taken away from the fishery). Fish should be treated with a dedicated carp antiseptic treatment such as kryston’s "Klin-ik" or the Korda care kits, these can be used on any minor cuts, or sores that may be present on the fish – keep away from the eyes
• Do not handle fish with towels, this may cause damage to the fish
• All anglers to fish from designated numbered platform
• Banned baits: Nuts, cat/dog food, floating baits and lures
• Take all litter, unused bait and discarded line home with you
• Do not throw unused bait in the lake
• Do not swim or wade in the lake
• Dogs, radios, fires/BBQ’s, alcohol or cycling are not permitted around the lake
• Please show courtesy and respect to fellow anglers and our fish
• Please use the toilet located at the stable block
• Please pay bailiff in attendance

In order to keep our fish in top condition regular checks will be made to hooks, rigs and equipment being used, if you are unsure please ask the bailiff.