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Water Voles – Have you seen one?

Request from Herts & Middlx wildlife trust (through CVFC) Water voles were once common mammals in British waterways but their numbers have declined by over 90% due to habitat loss and predation by the non-native American mink. The Herts and (more…)

18/19 membership tickets

Just to let everyone know your 18/19 tickets should be posted shortly – w/e 13/4. Gate number will remain the same until after they have been sent out and there has been time for them to arrive in the post. (more…)

18/19 renewals and working parties

The website has been updated for renewals and working parties. We are keeping all fees at the same level (again). Please complete your renewal by 31/3. The AGM will be on 15/5, more details to follow, for those not planning (more…)

Argulus Outbreak

We are experiencing an argulus outbreak on Springwell lake. As a precaution we are making the use of salt spray compulsory. Members will find a supply in the toilet block in both car parks. Please use the spray on any (more…)

West Bank Car Park is NOW OPEN IF YOU PARK CAREFULLY

Members can use the West Bank Car Park again but please only park by the Porta Cabin and DO NOT block access to the work areas. Sorry for the inconvenience. Thanks (more…)

Work in car park – please do not park in the way

Starting 6/7 there will be some work being undertaken to the area around the old stock ponds adjacent to the West Bank car park. If you do use this car park please ensure you park out of the way. Thank-you (more…)

17 / 18 Tickets

Thanks for completing your renewals. Tickets will be sent out later in the month. Please carry your 16/17 ticket with you. Gate codes remain the same for the time being. (more…)

Guest Night Tickets on Springwell Lake

In response to feedback from members we are making a small change to the guest night fishing. During the traditional Closed Season Period each season, members will be able to take a guest night fishing on Monday Tuesday Wednesday and (more…)

Swims closed – NOW OPEN

The Point and Bench swims are temporarily closed to all members. Fyke nets are being used in the area. No fishing under any circumstances. The swims should re-open by the end of the week (24th March) (more…)

Work to paths around Springwell

We have been told that Maydencroft will be carrying out some work around Springwell. It will involve closing the paths and there may be some disruption. Work is expected to start later in November. We will update as soon as (more…)