NEW SAFETY RULE AND GENERAL REMINDERS

The committee have observed an increasing trend of anglers entering into the water to release fish, particularly carp.

Whilst the benefit for fish welfare is a positive one, it does raise the issues of health and safety and insurance.

The Committee are aware that some venues insist on this approach whilst others have banned it on safety grounds. Having discussed the matter, the committee have agreed that health and safety must take priority, particularly as there are a limited number of pegs with adjacent shallow areas on our waters.

Consequently, the Committee have agreed that the following rule will be applied with immediate effect with members being asked to ratify it at the next annual general meeting.

No entering the water except for maintenance purposes by authorised persons with adequate safety equipment.

Should an incident occur where a fish becomes tethered, anglers are requested to telephone a bailiff or committee member so that appropriate action and support can be given as soon as possible.

There is also a need to remind all anglers and visitors to our sites that they need to be mindful of our neighbours.

Please observe our opening and closing times, they are clearly displayed on all gates and are times you are permitted on site, not set up / pack up times. Please also observe our self imposed speed limits of 20mph along the access track at Kessingland and through the housing estate in Reydon.

Finally, please turn car radios off when entering and leaving the Reydon complex as we continue to get complaints from neighbours about this.