FISHERY RULES
Please ensure all rules are read and followed at all times
Nobody likes rules but we have placed the following into effect to ensure the welfare of our stock and the safety of our customers. Most of the rules are quite standard across the sport but please do take time to read and understand them. If you have any doubts then please feel free to contact a member of the Pheasants Wood Fishery team.
Fishery Rules
Gates open at 8am - please do not block the lane if you arrive before this time
Day tickets for Woodcock are 10.30am to 8.30pm - pegs maybe free earlier but phone in advance
You are fully responsible for your peg
No ungentlemanly conduct
All cars must be parked on the car park not on the grass, barrows may be needed
Please drive slowly, 5mph limit for safety and respect of other anglers
All nets, mats, slings must be dipped before fishing - no exceptions
Property is left at the owner's risk. The owners accept no responsibility for any loss, damage, injury or theft whilst on the premises
All litter, including cigarette butts, must be taken home or put in the bins next to the Lodge
Branded carp pellets only, or purchased on site only
No unattended rods at any time
Lakes maybe closed at short notice due to spawning, the length of closure will be to ensure fish welfare
Ledgers and swim feeders to be free running
Anglers must ensure leads, including feeders, will release on the bite or in the case of a crack off, again no fixed leads!
No meat or artificial baits
No braided main line - braided hook lengths are fine
No Floating poles, rattlers or free lining
No standing up with fish in your hands, unhooking mat must be used at all times, never place carp on the grass or peg
Rig checks may be done during your visit
Absolutely no swimming
Rig checks may be done during your visit, please do not be offended
Fish must be returned to water as soon as photos are done
Any sick, damaged or distressed fish must be reported to the baliff
No keepnets unless in a fishery approved competition
No deadbaits, livebaits, spinning or lure fishing of any kind
Do not throw unused bait into the water
Only one person fishing per peg
Woodcock Lake Rules
Overnight stays must leave the peg by 10am on their day of departure
2 Rods maximum however 3 rods are allowed from 1st September to the 31st March
Fish must only be kept in a sling for maximum 15 minutes prior to weighing and photographing
All carp over 30lb plus any catfish must be reported to the baliff, regardless of the time
Safe zone style leaders, lead free leaders and rig tubing is fine. Maximum 1m in length - if you are unsure ask the baliff
No naked chod rigs
No OMC magic twigs
Micro barb hooks only - Size 4 Maximum
0.35mm main line minimum
Notify the baliff if any fish is showing signs of injury or stress
Carp care kit is essential and used on every fish caught - Propolis is preferred
No artificial baits to be used, toppers need to be fully digestible
Boilie, pellet, corn, hemp, particles and tigers in moderation
Tiger and all particles but must be checked on the day by bailiff before being used
Maggots can be used from the 1st November to the 14th March, sensible limits are required, if in doubt please ask the baliff
Double pegs must be fished as doubles (2 anglers) Friday, Saturday and Sunday
No bivvy sharing unless couples or special circumstances
No refunds
No tents
Guests need to be made known to the bailiff, we only allow one guest per angler and they must be a partner or child. Excessive noise will not be tolerated, please respect other anglers and enjoy your fishing
No unaccompanied children under 16 yrs
Dog's maybe allowed, please check before arrival
All BBQ's must be off the ground, no naked fires
Life jackets must be worn if out in the boat
Bait boats are allowed, but must be used with care to other anglers
All anglers must make there own booking as we do not take group booking
Snipes Lake Rules
1 rod only £10 - feeder, float or poles only - no carp rods/alarms to be used on Snipes lake
One non-fishing guest per angler - this can only be a partner or child
No unaccompanied children under 14 yrs
No dog's on Snipes Lake
Barbless hooks only, any other forms of hook are not allowed
Minimum 4inch hooklength
No overshotted pole floats
2 Keepnets in matches, Carp in one, Silvers in another
Maximum match weight per keepnet 60lb
Matches to be run 10am to 3pm (5 hours only)