Heron Lake - Carp Fishery

Membership

At Heron we run a waiting list for membership; day tickets are not available.

If you would like to be added to the waiting list, please complete the following application form (alternatively call Steve on 07729 587707):

Membership Rules

1. Fish are to be handled with great care and respect. Unhooking mats with retaining flap, landing nets with 42-inch arms and a fish antiseptic must be used.

2. Sacking of fish is permitted as long as the fish is retained in deep water and is not kept for any period of time longer than absolutely necessary i.e. to prepare camera equipment.

3. All fish must be returned to the water A.S.A.P!!!

4. Members must register in the book found in the caravan on arrival. All catches must be recorded in the book when you leave. Photos of all carp caught are required by the Fishery Management for Stock Records.

5. Rod licences and membership cards must be carried whilst on the fishery and must be shown to the bailiffs if requested. Three rods may be used unless otherwise notified (a notice will be posted in the members caravan).

6. Tiger nuts and peanuts are not to be used. Other particle baits may be used if prepared correctly, corn, maize, and hemp etc. Bailiffs have the right to check these baits, if not prepared correctly they will be removed from the fishery.

7. No guests allowed. No Dogs or other pets on the fishery. Do not leave litter (take it home). Do not create new swims, No open fires, No bright lights, No shotguns, or air weapons.

8. Rods are not to be left unattended. If lines are reeled in, swims may be left for one hour only.

9. The boats are for emergency use only. Life jackets must be worn (supplied in the containers next to the boats). Any member breaking this rule will lose all rights to membership.

10. The Bailiffs Car Park is for fishery officers and bailiffs only. Members must leave their cars in the car park next to the Members Caravan.

11. No membership refunds are payable.

12. The highest standards of behaviour are expected from all members at all times.