Dear Member We have suffered a minor fish mortality at Springwell lake. At this time it is felt this is very likely linked to the apparent high levels of algal activity. Dissolved oxygen levels have been recorded as very high …
You may recall that you were informed some time ago of Crayfish traps being illegally set on our stretch of the Colne in pegs 1,2 and 3 behind the ‘29’ and ‘culvert’ swim on Springwell lake. We could not be …
A small number of crayfish traps have been put into the river today so that early next week a commercial trapper can determine the viability of trapping in the river regularly. If you happen to see any of the traps …
As previously announced the draw will take place on the evening of the 15th at 5.00pm in the public car park. Having drawn and chosen a swim, members can proceed to their swim and set up and plumb up/find the spots …
Opening Night and ongoing night bookings for Springwell Lake June 2014 Read more »
The Angling Trust Fisheries Enforcement Campaign continues to make very positive progress, and the Voluntary Bailiff Service has already proved its worth. The VBS remains an operational pilot project in SE England, where this coarse fishing close season it is …
The Angling Trust Fisheries Enforcement Campaign Read more »
Here are some pics of a lamprey found in the silt during a river working party For more info on these unusual creatures: http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/life/European_brook_lamprey (more…)
Our stretch of the River Colne has a fine history of producing specimen fish with Barbel to over 14lb, Chub to over 7lb and Dace to 1lb. Large Perch and Carp have also been recorded. Like many rivers however we …
If you log into the the website you can now access the following: Feb 2014 Newsletter and additional reports. click here AGM Notices and Proposals for consideration click here 2014 Renewal, incl Working Party registration click here Hard copies will be posted to …
A silver ring has been found by the East Bank car park gate – please contact Mat Richardson if it is yours. (more…)
At some points locally the canal, river and lakes were all one. The lake west bank footpath at one time was 18″ under water. During the week the committee and a few willing members made an attempt to retain the …