Author Archives: Committee

What has CVFC been up to? Part 1 Plastic recycling

Here are details of one of CVFC’s projects undertaken during the pandemic which may be of interest to NHWAS members: In 2018 the Anglers National Line Recycling Scheme was set up and has been a remarkable success led by Viv (more…)

Balsam bashing

The following is being organised as part of the Resiscovering the River Colne Project and may be of interest to some of our members: Hi all, I am writing this email as you have either attended an event related to (more…)

Get Fishing Month

Got A friend or a relative who wants to fish? Follow the Get Fishing link below to find all the events being run locally and across the country to get more people out there, enjoying fishing. Secure the future of your sport (more…)

Petes Pond – closed during hot spell

Due to hot weather and low water levels we have decided to stop fishing the Pond until Monday August 15th . The Aerator will still be working and the traps will still be checked/emptied. This is a recommended precaution with (more…)

Springwell Working Parties 2022 – Some photos

A great amount of work was undertaken in this years’ working parties. Thanks to everyone that came along. Here are just a couple of photos Rebuild of the Stumps Swim The rebuild of the boat launch Thanks to Lee Johnson (more…)

Springwell Lake – day sessions

During the pandemic we asked all members fishing Springwell to register / book for day sessions in the same way that everyone needs to book for night sessions. There is no longer a need to book for day sessions. The (more…)

Carp match

10 pairs fished the annual 48hr match on Springwell last weekend. 5 carp out in total with Chris Miles catching 4, claiming 1st place with 127lb 4oz. 1. Chris Miles & Anthony Walsh – 127lb 4oz 2. Ben Verity & (more…)

EA Webinar, Invasive Species

Message copied below for any members that are interested In the run up to Invasive Species Week (16th -22nd May) The Environment Agency (EA) and Groundwork East are inviting you to join our next lunchtime webinar on 5th May, 12-1pm, (more…)

Angling Trust Get Fishing Fund

We have some exciting news about the Angling Trust Get Fishing Fund. We have been awarded £2200. Special thanks must go to Phil Francis, Sarah Turner and Pete Cowan for achieving the funding. The grant will be used to promote (more…)

Where’s my ticket?

Tickets will be sent out shortly, hopefully before the end of the month, with the new gate codes. Gate codes will be changed shortly afterwards. Please carry your 21/22 card with you until then. Membership renewals are due by 31st (more…)