This superb water is well known to many members and the Association has now secured the fishing rights once again. This is probably the best crucian carp water in the area and these, coupled with excellent stocks of other species, makes the reservoir a great venue for the pleasure angler and specimen hunter alike.
The days of difficult access and trudging up a steep slope with your tackle are now behind us. A new track has been laid along the side of the reservoir and this leads to a new car park at the dam end. It's best to drop off your tackle on the way to the car park.
As the water warms up in spring, so the crucians become more active and as they cruise along the ledge at the bottom of the concrete bank, they can be caught on sweetcorn, soft pellet or red maggot. Don't fish too far out. The bream shoals are in great condition, fighting all the way to the net. Roach, rudd, perch and even gudgeon are also found in this unusual water. Fish often feed in mid water in summer, so a slow sinking bait works well, along with regular feeding. A recent stocking of double figure carp has added to the variety of species, along with perch over 2 lbs and chunky crucians up to 2 lbs. There are also some big grass carp. The biggest so far is a 23 lbs specimen caught by Keith Sale.
ENTRY - The entrance is now through two new metal gates with a combination lock. Call 01926 312319 for entry details and combination. Close the gate behind you.
TICKETS - This water is open to Leamington Angling members only. NO day tickets. Juniors must be accompanied and supervised at all times by an adult member.
LITTER - Make sure you take all your litter home.
OPENING TIMES - Fishing from dawn til dusk. NO night fishing.
BARBLESS hooks only. NO BRAIDED hook lengths or tins.
PARKING - in the car park at the dam end ONLY, NOT on the track.
SAT NAV Co-ordinates N52.225126, W1.702733 .
MATCH BOOKINGS - Contact Pauline Haynes on 01926 424491
