The following rules are in place for the 2010 season;

1. Permits are valid from 1st February to 30th November inclusive. Please carry your permit whilst at the Lake.
2. The permit also covers partners and children fishing whilst the permit holders present. If fishing as a family please fish in one swim and a maximum of 3 rods per permit still applies.
3. Fish responsibly and respect fellow syndicate members, a map in the cabin denotes which area of lake ‘belongs‘ to which peg in the event of the lake being busy. If the lake is quiet you may place your baits where you want within reason, please be aware that if this infringes another swim you may have to recast in the event of another member arriving in it.
4. Under no circumstances fish with more than 3 rods, if the lake is busy consider using less.
5. All rods must be in one swim. The boat swim is 2 pegs please fish from one or the other a board marks the split.
6. The point consists of 3 swims please fish from 1 only not 2 or all 3.
7. No braided main lines allowed except on spod and marker rods. This includes Pike Anglers. The reedbeds are now extensive and we need as a syndicate to find a way of minimising mouth damage. Do not fish in or too close to the reeds.
8. All leads must be either free running or on trimmed/altered safety clips, which release the leads easily. Maximum lead size is 2.5oz.Maximum hook size 4, barbless or micro barbed. Minimum breaking strain mono main line 12lb.
9. No ultra thin braided hook length materials.If in doubt check with the bailiffs.
10. No leaders of any type are allowed on fishing rods use tubing only .Use a minimum of 18”/45cm .Absolutely no swivels, knots, clips or other bits of crap above your hooklink swivel!  Please note the bailiffs will conduct rig checks, if you are in doubt about any rig issue please ask.
11. Unhooking mats and landing nets MUST be used at all times, no excuses. No carp to be retained in keep nets and all fish must be returned to the lake. Carp may only be retained for a short time in order to facilitate weighing and photographing.
12. All tethered and snapped off fish to be reported to the bailiffs immediately.
13. No leaving rods unattended. Use buzzers discreetly.
14. No cutting of trees, reeds or vegetation without permission from the bailiffs.
15. Bait boats and wading to place baits is not permitted.
16. No long casting beyond the islands.
17. No litter or fires. Take litter home, no excuses, that includes T bags and cigarette butts.
18. Gentlemanly/Ladylike behaviour at all times. Excessive swearing or rowdy behaviour will not be tolerated.
19. Park sensibly. No parking on the track, please do not obstruct other members right of way.
20. No Guns allowed on the lake. No Killing of wildlife.
21. A toilet has been provided, please use it.
22. Any members in breach of the rules may have their membership suspended or terminated with no reimbursement of monies.
23. Pike fishing is allowed between 1st October and 30th November, and 1st February to 15th March only. Please use only semi barbed trebles when pike fishing.
24. The bailiff team look after the lake for good reason, please respect this and co-operate with them.
25. Two rowing boats have been provided, one on the point, one on the cabin bank, to assist anglers in retrieving snapped off and tethered fish from the reeds. Use them at your own risk. We advise that if you are alone on the lake ring Dave Butt the head bailiff who will advise. If you are not confident in their use please leave well alone and obtain assistance.

This list is not exhaustive and prevents no one from enjoying themselves or catching fish.  Our aim is to provide 1st class fishing in pleasant surroundings for all.  If you think about pulling strokes, rest assured we’ve seen it all & probably did it first!

Guest’s permits will be £10 per day or part thereof and £20 for 24hrs.There will be no guests allowed at the weekends until after July 1st they are only permitted by prior approval and must be booked in advance. Please telephone Dave Butt on 07821215485 to book guest tickets, 9am to 9pm only!

TO REPORT SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIOUR OR VEHICLES PLEASE TELEPHONE MARK 01427 753530 or 07764 195993, NICK on 01724 798253 or 07963 654378 OR DAVE 07821 215485 TAKING AS MANY DETAILS AS POSSIBLE.

Problems? Great catch! E-mail Woodsidewaters@hotmail.com