Fisheries

 Welcome to our fisheries page. By selecting the individual fisheries from the list on the left hand side you will get a visual and written description of the waters currently available to members. Our ongoing objective is to try and provide a good mix of course angling to suit all interests.

 
Waters such as Ford Manor, Kidbrooke and Saint Hill Manor are classic estate lakes, dating back up to two hundred years. These mature waters offer a very natural habitat with good all round angling especially for carp, tench and silver fish.

We also fish two classic Wealden farm ponds at Bowens Farm, Penshurst and Imberhorne in East Grinstead, the latter of which we are part owners thanks to the generosity of the Blount family who farmed the area for generations. Bowens has car access to the bankside and is well stocked with carp and chub. Imberhorne is also fished primarily for carp.

Hedgecourt Lake and Weirwood Reservoir are much larger waters. Both enjoy a good reputation for winter pike fishing but provide excellent sport all year round. Hedgecourt is a popular venue for putting out a feeder for bream and Weirwood has produced good double figure carp Hedgecourt is classified as a site of special scientific interest and Weirwood has a bird sanctuary at its western end. For this reason we observe special rules to help enhance and maintain our profile with the owners and local naturalists. Both waters are also home to sailing clubs.

We are fortunate to have access to a long stretch of the Medway that is noted for its barbel and to Eden Brook, above Lingfield, with first class bream, carp and roach.

Finally, the ‘jewel in our crown’ is Readers Lake, named after our President Mr Frank Reader. This purpose built fishery, owned by the Society, hasith car park access close to the pegs is a popular venue for both match and pleasure anglers alike. Suitable for pole or rod it offers some of the best sport in the locality. New members are always welcome. Why not come and join us?

 

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