Carp Fishing at Evesbatch Fishery Old Lake - Frequently asked questions

Evesbatch Old Lake, Herefordshire - Rules and Regulations:

• NO KEEPNETS, apart from in matches. Before the match, they should be thoroughly disinfected and rinsed with clean water beforehand.
• Large Landing nets and Unhooking mats should be used at all times.
• Catch and release. Fish must be returned to the water ASAP. Anyone found removing fish from the premises would be liable to prosecution. In the event of theft of fish, CCTV footage may be used as evidence in a court of law.
• BARBLESS or microbarbed hooks only, size 6 Hook MAXIMUM.
• No braided reel line. Short braided hooklinks are allowed.
• Children MUST be accompanied by an adult at ALL times.
• Safe rigs only, i.e. In the event of a mainline break, the lead should not be left attached to the fish.
• NO Littering, including monofilament line.
• Dogs should be kept on a lead at all times and kept within the constraints of the peg being fished. Any fouling should be removed and not left at the lakeside.
• Fishing is carried out entirely at the angler's own risk; the lake owners accept no responsibility for any accidents, damage or personal injury which may occur on the property.
• The lake owners reserve the right to ask anglers to produce a valid ticket at any time and anglers found to be not following the above rules may be asked to leave. No refund will be issued.