• Members should observe the rules of other clubs/organisations when fishing their waters
• Members should carry their own Environment Agency Rod Licence and club membership card Club for the Disabled – Horizon Angling at all times when fishing
• As a safety measure, all-electric wheelchair/scooter users must be escorted to their fishing position then key locked to disable the controls during a fishing session
• As a safety measure, all club members should consider their own health and well being or limitations when assisting other Club Members
• No litter or cigarette ends to be left. Any litter left in a swim should be taken home whether it is your litter or someone else’s
• Unhooking mats and assembled carp safe landing nets to be used at all times with no fish to come into contact with the ground
• No keep nets to be used at any Club water
• Running rigs only to be used. Fix leads/feeders are NOT permitted
• Micro-barb hooks to be used for carp. Barbless hooks size 14 and above permitted
• Club Bailiff is entitled to inspect any anglers rig and bait at his discretion at any time
• Any baited rod and line must not be left unattended. If a member leaves a swim the rod must be removed from the water and hook secured to a rod ring
• At match/meetings, wheelchair/scooter users and those with severe mobility issues will be given choice of swims before more able members draw/select their swims
• The club allows a member’s helper to generally assist in landing, Unhooking and returning fish caught by a member including during match/meetings
• Any fish caught, once weighed and photographed, are to be returned promptly to the same swim and any health issues must be reported to the bailiff as soon as possible
• Any fish entered as a Specimen fish for trophy purposes must be weighed and witnessed by two club members immediately and the Match Secretary to be notified as soon as possible
• Exchange Books for other waters issued by the Committee to members MUST be returned to the Committee by the following Thursday without exception as other members may wish to use them
• Any breach of Club Rules and Match Rules may result in Disciplinary Action by the Committee and may result in withdrawal of an individual member’s Club Membership
• Horizon is a friendly club. Any misbehavior on the bank or at the clubhouse will not be tolerated. Be aware and respectful of other anglers at all times when fishing
• Any Club water may be closed for maintenance at the discretion of the Bailiff/Committee (see Club website)

Horizon coarse fishing match/meeting rules

• Rules for individual waters must be observed at all times
• All anglers to use appropriate landing net and approved Unhooking mat
• Only one rod and hook to be used at any one time in matches. Any angler seen to be using more than one rod at a time may be disqualified from that match
• All species of fish to count in matches
• At match/meetings, wheelchair/scooter users and those with severe mobility issues will be given choice of swims before more able members draw/select their swims
• Disabled anglers to be given assistance in landing and Unhooking fish were requested
• Associate members (fishing) helping a disabled member may fish from the same swim
• Anglers must fish from their allocated swim only. No stalking in matches
• Only fish caught between agreed start and finish times to count
• Fish to be weighed, witnessed and reported to Match Steward and then returned
• Fish too small to weigh to be witnessed and awarded a nominal 2 oz. weight
• Points awarded top weight = 10 pts, 2nd place = 5pts, 3rd place = 2pts
• Each member attending and fishing will be awarded 2 pts
• In cases of severe weather or other circumstances which may lead to cancellation of a match, members are advised to check with the Match Secretary or appointed Steward before leaving home
• The decision of the Match Secretary or Steward on the day is final

Additional Rules for Havant Lakes to be read with General Rules

• Members MUST report to the Security Operations Room to sign in and out of the Security Book and Log any fish caught for club records
• Current Environmental Agency licence/Current club ID should be carried and shown whenever asked for
• Members are not to walk or place any angling gear on top of any metal covers as they are Alarmed
• Wheelchair/scooter users are NOT to fish alone and must be accompanied by another club member at all times. (Havant Lakes requirement)
• Members may only fish within the agreed times. Weekdays from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm, and on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays from (dawn) 7:00 am to 7:30 pm
• Night fishing is not permitted
• No nut baits of any kind
• No more than 1 kg of ground-bait
• Maximum of 2 rods, space permitting. One rod only at match/meetings
• Immediately report anything unusual or suspicious to Security or Club Bailiff/Committee member
• Havant Lakes is for the sole use of Horizon Angling Club for the Disabled members
• No advertising of the whereabouts  of Havant Lakes to non-members of the Club

Additional associate member rules

• An Associate Member’s priority is to give assistance to any disabled member at all times (please ask first) Not all Disabled members are equal in their abilities, so what one can achieve, another may need a little help in achieving
• Associate Members are to endeavor to attend work parties to maintain Club waters and keep swims accessible for use
• No publicity regarding Havant Lakes to non-members of the club under any circumstances
• Associate members/helpers may use Exchange books when helping a disabled member or in their own right depending on book availability

Additional Hambrook lake CLOSED (Updated 09-01-2020)

All Anglers to see Site Manager (Terry) and sign the Log Book before fishing, logging your car Registration as well. This is a new Environment Agency Rule, that all fisheries should be adhering to.

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• FISHING TIMES 7AM – 6PM (GATES LOCKED 6:00 SHARP)
• ANGLERS ONLY, NON-FISHING VISITORS.
• BARBLESS HOOKS ONLY.
• NO MAIN LINE BRAID TO BE USED.
• NO LEAD CORE TO BE USED.
• UNHOOKING MATS TO BE USED AT ALL TIMES.
• NO KEEPNETS TO BE USED.
• ALL NETS AND UNHOOKING MATS TO BE DIPPED.
• 42″ LANDING NETS REQUIRED FOR CARP.
• NO FLOATING BAITS (INCLUDING DOG BISCUITS OR BREAD.
• NO RODS TO BE LEFT UNATTENDED.
• NO DOGS ALLOWED ON FISHERY.
• NO STALKING OF FISH
• NIGHT FISHING AT MANAGERS DISCRETION. – SEE LAKE MANAGER (NO OVERNIGHT GUESTS)
• ANGLERS LEAVING RUBBISH WILL BE BANNED FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE SEASON.

Staunton Country Park Leigh Park Gardens lake rules

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Leigh Park Angling Rules

Rules for anglers

• The general aim of the club shall be to manage the Leigh Lake for the benefit of its members, to support a diverse population of fish, to enhance the associate wildlife and to respect the historic landscape.
• Fish stocks consist of bream, carp, perch, pike, Rudd and tench.

Conduct

• Anglers must have a valid Environment Agency Rod Licence and be able to produce it to Environment Agency Bailiffs.
• Day tickets and membership cards must be shown on request of Park Staff and Bailiffs.
• No trees, shrubs or plants to be cut from any angling position.
• No open fires within the Country Park. Camping stoves acceptable.
• No radios or stereo equipment other than units with earphones may be used.
• Anglers must be considerate to other Park users, and be responsible for the safe use of equipment.
• No litter or discarded fishing tackle to be left in the Country Park, please use the bins provided.
• All fish caught (including any Pike) must be handled correctly and returned to the water alive and unharmed. Catches of Pike must be reported to the Head Ranger through the Park Shop.
• Dogs must be kept under control and not disturb other anglers or park users.

Tackle and bait

• Surface bait may be used and is restricted to fishing only 1 rod and this must be in hand whilst baited, not left on rests or unattended.
• Fishing is from designated swims only.
• Rods and lines must be suitable and appropriate for coarse fishing. Park Staff and Bailiffs are entitled to inspect equipment for suitability.
• The use of keep nets or carp sacks is not permitted unless at an approved match.
• All anglers must use a suitable landing net and unhook mat whilst fishing.
• When selling all season and day tickets the Staunton staff may ask to view both landing net and mat.
• All seed and nut bait must be properly prepared by soaking and cooking as required.
• Anglers may erect bivvies so long as they do not block access around the lake.
• Tents are not permitted.
• Baited rods must not be left unattended either in or out of the water at any time. This is an EA by-law.
• Fishing with live bait for predatory species is prohibited.
• When dead baiting only sea fish may be used.
• Swimming or wading is strictly prohibited.
• No fixed rigs are permitted, only free running leads or feeders to be used.
• All hooks must be barbless.

Access

• All pathways and tracks must be kept clear at all times to allow access.
• Junior anglers may only fish dawn till dusk unless accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18.
• Children under 12 may fish free with adult members over 18 using one of their rod quota and fishing the same peg.
• Day tickets are available from the Staunton Country Park Shop or on the bank from Park Rangers or Bailiffs. Day tickets run from 1 hour before dawn to 1 hour after sunset.
• During official matches club members may only fish from the island pegs 1-13 and give way to the match anglers where required. Match dates available via visitor centre.
• Notices will be posted bank side prior to match days.
• Fishing only from numbered pegs as shown on map.
• Car park open 8.30am-4.30pm.
• Members fishing overnight must place their car pass in the windscreen if they wish their cars to be locked in overnight.
• No vehicles are allowed on site without the express permission of Park Staff.
• The lake may be closed to anglers to allow for maintenance or repair work as directed by the Park Manager. In event of closure, notices will be posted.
• No responsibility is accepted for loss or damage to personal property, all anglers entering the Country Park do so entirely at their own risk

Failure to comply with these rules may result in being banned from the park

Stroud Mead lake rules

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General Rules

• Horizon General Rules Are to be adhered to at all times.
• Flag to be displayed in the Windscreen at all times upon entering the farm entrance, keep speed down as it is a working farm and you will be monitored by CCTV on entry any failure to comply may result in being banned by the Membership Secretary.
• Exchange Tickets are to be collected at the club house on a Thursday from a committee member and recorded in the Exchange book car Registration is required. the Flag must be returned before or no later than the following Thursday 18:00 so as someone else can use the flag
• All rules published with the exchange book must be strictly adhered to.
• Extensions to this time scale are at the discretion of the Exchange Ticket Representative.
• Removal or Introduction of fish. – No fish are to be introduced or removed to any of the waters without approval of the Committee who will decide based on the needs of the venue and environment agency regulations and guidance.
• Members are permitted at the lake side only, no other areas of the farm to be accessed.
• Do not touch any fenced off area as they are electrified, no encroaching onto the immediate surrounds of greens or through crops or through new tree plantations on route to the lake.
• All cars should be parked in lay-by off the track in a tide uniform manner considering other anglers who may fish the waters.
• The waters are to be approached via the footbridge care to be taken when wet.
• Two rods may be used at any time by any angler.
• No wading is allowed.
• Unhooking mats are to be carried at all times.
• No alcohol is to be consumed during fishing, and none is permitted at the pegs.
• Keep nets not to be used
• All fish caught are to be returned to the water.
• No litter is to be left in swims or around the waters.
• Anglers are responsible for clearing their own swims of all litter (including any present on arrival), which should be taken home or disposed of correctly.
• No fires are to be started or damage caused to trees, banks or equipment.
• Dogs are to be kept under control at all times.
• Noise must be kept to a minimum at all times; radios where used must not be audible at adjacent pegs or disturb other users of the site.

Rules for Three Oak Fisheries.

• Concessions are only for weekdays weekends normal day concession/rates apply.
• Night fishing is permitted for extra cost.see Roy for information.
• No nut baits of any kind.
• No more than 1 kg of ground-bait.
• Maximum of 2 rods, space permitting. One rod only at match/meetings
• Please keep noise levels to a minimum.
• More to be updates when Roy sorts them out.
• Dogs to be kept on a lead at all times.

Billy’s Lake information.

• conservation Project that is community led with local businesses and Local people involvement along with the Environment Agency.
• Free to Fish for our Members.
• Night fishing maybe available but more information to follow.
• No nut baits of any kind.
• No more than 1 kg of ground-bait.
• Maximum of 2 rods, space permitting.
• Please keep noise levels to a minimum.
• More to be updates when committee visits the site.
• Dogs to be kept on a lead at all times for the safety of wildlife.

Smiths Pond information.

• SMITH’S POND Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh, Hants. SO53 3HN
• Access: Chestnut Avenue runs from the main Southampton Airport road to Asda at Chandlers Ford. The entrance to the Pond is almost opposite the Cricketers Pub in Chestnut Avenue. Turn in to the Sports Pavilion car park and park at the end of it.
• Night fishing maybe available but more information to follow.
• Species: Crucian Carp, Tench, Roach Rudd and Perch.
• No more than 1 kg of ground-bait.
• Maximum of 2 rods, space permitting.
• Please keep noise levels to a minimum.
• Take all disused tackle and take all litter home with you.
• Dogs to be kept on a lead at all times for the safety of wildlife.