Nene Anglers
Terms & Conditions



Close season

The fishing season on all Nene Anglers waters runs from June 16 to March 14. No fishing from March 15 to June 15 inclusive.



Fishing

Fishing is only allowed from the banks shown in the maps withing the app. All anglers must be in possession of an Environment Agency rod licence. Be aware that water and riverbanks can be dangerous and that you fish our club waters at your own risk.

Anglers are permitted to fish with a maximum of two rods, regardless of how many rod licences they hold.



No fires or barbeques

Remember: breaking this rule could result in us losing waters – and you losing your club book. 



No litter

You must take home all litter in your peg and adjacent bankside vegetation, including any litter left by others. Remember that discarded fishing tackle – especially line - can be a danger to wildlife.



No night fishing or camping

No night fishing permitted on any Nene Anglers waters. Anglers may commence fishing one hour before sunrise and must cease fishing one hour after sunset. No camping.



Return all fish

We operate a zero-fish-removal policy. All fish must be returned promptly, alive and unharmed. This includes eels. If you are weighing a specimen fish, you must use a pre-wetted weigh sling and safely return the fish as soon as possible.



Keepnets

All keepnets must be of a fish-friendly material, a minimum of three metres long and staked out correctly to prevent damage and stress. No barbel, pike or carp in keepnets. Match anglers must carry two keepnets – one for silver fish and one for larger specimens. 



Landing nets

All anglers must be in possession of a suitable landing net. Nets must be of 30in minimum for all specimen and predator fishing including, but not limited to, pike, zander ,carp and barbel. Gaffs or fish lip grippers (Boga) are not permitted.



Unhooking mats 

Unhooking mats must always be used for fish on the bank. Never place any fish on the ground or grass, even if it appears soft and wet. All photography must be over an unhooking mat and never standing up.



No dogs

This is at the request of landowners - please respect the ruling.



Antisocial behaviour

All members are reminded that our fishery rights are granted by the generosity of landowners. If damage is caused to crops, fences or property, it could result in the loss of those rights. Members are requested to report any vandalism or contravention of club rules which can be done so via the app.

We don't mind people enjoying an odd beer, or listening to the radio with the volume down low, but most anglers prefer a bit of peace and quiet. So do nearby residents.

As a member of Nene Anglers you are expected to behave as an ambassador for our club.



No day tickets

Club membership is limited and highly desirable - we do not issue day tickets, however members will be allocated 3 guest tickets per season at £10 per day session.



Season permit

The club is now running a new system of electronic membership via the mobile app ‘ClubMate’.



Bailiffs and officials

You will from time to time meet a club official and you may be requested to produce an EA rod licence and proof of membership. Please do so - and treat them with respect. We operate a zero-tolerance stance on this matter. Any offenders would be subject to a membership ban.

All members are encouraged to act as honorary bailiffs – especially if they suspect non-members are fishing our waters. If requested by another member to produce proof of membership book or EA rod licence, you must do so.



Parking

Always park your car in the areas provided within the fishery. The club accepts no responsibility for any damage or theft to vehicles.



Work parties

Members are encouraged to participate in work parties, litter picking or support other events to keep our fisheries in good condition.



Overhead power lines

For your own safety, no fishing is allowed within 30 metres of any power lines.



Safety reminder

Water is dangerous and so are slippery riverbanks, so always take care. Many of our waters are remote and you may not be able to summon help if you get into difficulties. No fishing within 30 metres of overhead power lines. 

Members fishing all Nene Anglers club waters always do so at their own risk.