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Venue Rule Checker

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Millpond rules

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Venue Rule Checker

  • Must

    Who can fish?

    Private lake for on-site campers only.

  • No

    Night fishing?

    Dawn till dusk only – no night fishing.

  • Must

    Hooks

    Barbless hooks only, size 8 maximum.

  • Must

    Nets and mats

    Use a landing net and an unhooking mat, and dip both in the net dip (opposite reception).

  • Only if

    Rigs and lines

    Free-running rigs, including lead clips. No braided mainline or leadcore leaders (safe-zone leaders are acceptable).

  • Only if

    Baits

    Boilies from a reputable brand only (ask staff if unsure); bait in plastic boxes. No nuts or unprepared particles, artificial baits or tinned/wet cat and dog food.

  • No

    Not allowed

    No bait boats, radios or barbecues. No cycling or dog walking around the lake.

  • Must

    Under-15s

    Adults must accompany under-15s.

  • Only if

    Licence, permission and seasons

    Check the rod licence you need for your age, tackle and target fish in England. A venue ticket does not replace a rod licence. Check any local close season before fishing.

Taken from the fishery’s own pages, last checked 26 October 2026. Rules change — always check with the fishery before you go.