Brookmeadow Pool(Pencoyd) Update

Pencoyd Pool- Re-opening ,Saturday 20^th 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.