Rules

Please read the Rules before fishing.

• Nets, bags, slings to be dry on arrival
• No keep nets except matches
• Concessions for day tickets only
• Speci 1 lake braid mainline may be used
• Minimum 15lb line on both specimin lakes
• No fish to be retained, unhooking mats/slings must be used by every Angler and not shared
• Barbless hooks only, no bait coils of any description to be used
• No fixed leads, drop off lead systems only to be used
• No Leaders, safe zone, rig Marole tubing or naked lines. Rig tubing to be used at ALL times min 16” in length
• No rods to be left unattended at any time. Rods must be supported in rod rests/pods at all times whilst fishing
• Bait boats are not permitted. By prior arrangement only and not to be used otherwise
• Please only fish in your designated swims including stalking no changing swims or lakes wihtout speaking to the Bailiff
• No tiger nuts, no home made particles, no excessive baiting
• Dead bait must be purchased from the Tackle Shop
• Strictly no live baiting unless permssion granted by Management
• All fish to be returned as quickly and safely as possible and fish care treatment to be used at all times
• The Management accepts no responsibility for loss or injury to persons or property
• No litter, guns or excessive noise and drink in moderation. Bins are provided, please use them
• No naked fires
• No dogs
• Only 1 spectator per Angler
• 24 hour toilets are provided – please use them
• Anglers under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult
• Permission is required to drive around the lakes and all cars must be returned to the car park
• Swims to be vacated by leaving times – there are no exceptions
• Strictly no cars to be left unattended outside of entrance gates at any time
• Any persons entering the complex out of hours will be classed as a trespasser and may be prosecuted
• 24 hour surveillance and monitoring is in place
• No refunds
• Gates are locked automatically from 19:00-07:00 during British Summertime. In case of emergency, please contact the number on the website
• Any vehicles leaving out of hours may be subject to checking
• No broken fishing equipment to be left on the premises
• If you are unsure of any of the above, or not covered, please ask a member of the Management. Any issues or incidents please contact the Management

Monthly Picture Competition Rules

1. Fish must be caught at Cackle Hill
2. The competition is run on a monthly basis, only fish caught within that month are eligible
3. The owners will decide the winner & result will be published on the website & sent to freshwater informer
4. It will not necessarily be the biggest fish, but the best quality picture and best looking fish
5. Prize is 24 hours session for the best carp and the the best catfish; subject to booking availability & must be booked
6. The name of the angler and what was used to catch the fish must be supplied