Rules at Old Oaks

Security Deposit; a security deposit of 100€ is required by the owner on arrival.  This will be returned when you leave, provided there has been no damage caused or rubbish left in the swim.

• Arrival - between 2pm and 3pm.  STRICTLY no entry will be allowed before this time

• The draw for pegs is at 3pm

• Departure - between 10am and 11am

• The lake is securely fenced in and you will be given a key to the gate.  Please always close the gate after you

• You can drop your tackle at your peg but cars must be returned to the car park as soon as possible.  Taking your car to your peg during your session is not allowed
  
  
• Three rods maximum.  Please do not leave your rods unattended!!!  You are not allowed to stalk - you must fish from your swim only
  
  
• Minimum breaking strain 15lb.  No braided main lines or braided leaders.  Shock leaders to be mono only (only running leads allowed with leaders)
  
  
• All particles & nuts (eg tiger nut, maize, lupin, maple peas, peanuts etc) are banned, with the exception of hemp and parti-blend which must be properly prepared.  Sweetcorn is allowed
  
  
• No fixed leads, tether rigs, bent hooks or beach caster rigs. All rigs must allow fish to free themselves in case of a breakage.  Only genuine barbless hooks (flattened or filed barb are not allowed).  Please note – the owner is very likely to check your rigs.  You have been warned!
  
  
• Large unhooking mats are compulsory and should be wetted before use.  For the maximum safety of the fish sacking is not allowed at any time.  Never stand while holding or carrying a fish.  Use slings or suitable mats. Landing nets should be 42 inches minimum
  
  
• Please use a carp anti-sceptic like "klin-ik" if necessary.  No marking or mutilation of fish. Offenders will be prosecuted.  No kill for all species, please take maximum precautions with the fish
  
  
• Rowing boats are forbidden.  Bait boats are allowed
  
  
• Brollies and bivvies must be green or camouflage pattern.  Barbecues on legs are allowed but no fires on the ground
  
  
• No swimming.  No pets.  Toilets must be used, not the bushes.  Please ensure that radios are played quietly.  Please be aware of the overhead power line when casting

• Bin bags should be left by the gate on departure.  Please keep glass separate in one bin bag.  Please - no bottle tops or cigarette butts on the ground!
  
  
• The management cannot be responsible for any theft or damage to personal property caused on premises

• If anglers fail to comply with these rules the owner is within his right to expel the offending person, without refund