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26 June 2020

Car Parking at Eign.

The combination lock on the bollards at the Car Park in Outfall Works Road has been changed this morning and is as shown in the back of the 2020 Membership Book. Some of the locks are a little stiff to open but apart from 2 which are currently inaccessible, all are functioning. The other 2 will be changed as soon as possible. Please raise the bollards as you leave and re lock them.

18 June 2020

Brookmeadow Pool(Pencoyd) Update


Pencoyd Pool- Re-opening ,Saturday 20th June 2020.


H&DAA Committee would like to apologize for the continued closure of Pencoyd Pool. 
Covid-19 has brought in a whole list of new guidelines, restrictions and risk assessments that have had to be met before the fishery could be re-opened.
From a committee point of view this was made more difficult by having an unmanned fishery with gates, locks, and chains.
Although we know and understand that most members would adhere to all or any new rules, there are always others (that have proved in the past, even before Covid-19) that do not and will not.
Therefore, the Committee has had to consider this when carrying out a risk assessment to satisfy our insurers.
H&DAA must be seen to put all members safety first and so get the risk score into the low risk category.
However, following further talks with the Angling Trust, our legal team and with less government restrictions in place, we are now able to open the fishery but with some restrictions. These restrictions have been put in place to protect both the Member and the Association. They are temporary and will be reviewed regularly, therefore changes could be made at any time.

Restrictions:     

1.       No member is allowed to visit the pool unless they have pre booked a peg.

2.       Any member wishing to fish Pencoyd Pool must pre book with Chris James on 07737 684963 between 9am and 8pm only. You will need to provide your name and membership number.

2.       Bookings can only be made up to 48 hours in advance of fishing.

3.       The chosen peg will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. You must fish the allocated peg only. No moving to another peg.

4.       When arriving and leaving the fishery you will be solely responsible for your own protection. Hand sanitizer/gloves are a must so that the fishery is left safe for the next person.

5.       You will use one gate only to access the pool via the otter fence. Please keep it closed at all times.
6.       Please always park sensibly and practice safe distancing.

7.       Car sharing is not allowed by members of different households.

8.       No non fishing visitors allowed.

9.       All litter to be taken home.

10.    The pool must be cleared by 8pm. No night fishing.

11.   Anyone arriving at the fishery who has not pre booked will face disciplinary action.

The Bailiffs will be made aware of who has booked a peg and will enforce compliance with the above restrictions.

12 June 2020

Covid -19 update 12/6/20





Changes for the Upcoming Coarse Season


With the new Coarse Fish Season due to start on June 16th and Covid -19 still around, we have had to carry out risk assessments on how we operate  and so we have made some temporary changes to help protect both the tackle shops and you the angler. With the rivers still on the low side some changes have also been made to help protect the fish.

Day Tickets: These will  be available again from tackle shops from June 15th. Tickets will be strictly CASH ONLY and to avoid excessive handling of coins, the price for a Coarse ticket (River only) will be increased to £10 for 1 rod and £15 for 2 rods. Day tickets allow you to fish Dawn til dusk only. Please try to tender the correct amount to avoid change having to be given and if possible, use notes as these can be easily disinfected. Please always follow the shop’s social distancing measures and maintain a 2m distance. Please try and support your preferred tackle shop by buying a few other items when you visit.

Fish Welfare: As the river levels are still very low and water temperatures relatively high, we have implemented a No Keepnets rule for the time being, effective on both the rivers and our still waters. Please use common sense and return fish to the water as soon as possible making sure they are able to swim away strongly.
Pencoyd Pool: A risk assessment of Pencoyd Pool means that it will remain CLOSED for the time being. While we appreciate that most anglers will sanitize their hands when opening and shutting gates, there will be a minority who will not, therefore increasing the risk to others.
Belmont Pool: This pool remains open for 5 pre booked members. Fishing will now be extended from Dawn til Dusk, and any Member wishing to fish should contact the Bailiff Dave Symonds on 07590035031.

All of these measures will be kept under review and amended as necessary.

Please remember to keep a 2m distance from others at all times whilst fishing and carry a small bottle of hand sanitizer with you to use when opening and closing gates or when touching other items that may have been touched by the general public

01 June 2020

Covid -19 Update june 1st.


Due to the ongoing pandemic, the Work Party scheduled for Sunday 7th June has been CANCELLED.
Pencoyd pool remains closed until further notice due to the on going issues and the fact that the fish are currently spawning. We have no intention of keeping the pool closed longer than we have to and will re open as soon as possible. Belmont Pool remains open, but you must book in advance with the bailiff Dave Symonds on 07590035031. Please see the previous post for more details.