Swaffham Angling Club
Terms & Conditions



Swaffham Angling Club
BRADMOOR LAKES
CLUB RULES


                                            1.           No litter is to be left in swims or at Bradmoor Lakes.  Any violation should be reported to the Committee.  Offenders could lose their membership. 

                                            2.           Anglers must be in possession of a valid E.A. Rod Licence. 

                                            3.           No rods to be left unattended.  Members may fish from only one swim at a time and from designated swims only. 

                                            4.           Anglers under 14 must be supervised by a responsible adult while fishing club waters and may fish with only one rod. 

                                            5.           No person under the age of 16 may fish at night without being accompanied by a responsible adult. 

                                            6.          Members may fish up to a maximum of two rods from 1st March to 31st October.  Three rods can be used from 1st November to 28th February.  If this arrangement is abused, it will be revoked. 

                                            7.           All members fishing for carp or pike must use suitable equipment e.g., appropriate unhooking mat or cradle, large landing net & unhooking equipment. 

                                            8.           No fixed leads or leads over 3oz (85 grams). 

                                            9.           No fish are to be removed from the lakes or transferred from lake to lake (without committee authorisation). 

                                            10.        Resident wildlife must be respected, and no vegetation to be removed from outside designated swims except with the approval from the committee. 

                                            11.        All nuts are banned.  For the period 1st March to 31st October, ground bait, including cereals, pellets and particles are limited to 2kg (wet weight) per 24-hour session.  Between 1st November and the 30th April, all trout pellets are banned.  Spombing is allowed during winter three rod period of 1st November to 28th February, limited to boilies and corn only and 1kg (wet weight) per 24hrs. 

                                            12.        No boats to be used, with the exception of the club boats (committee approved use only). 

                                            13.        No camping, open fires (including BBQ’s/Cobs), no swimming or wading (including dogs), no unauthorised shooting, discharge of firearms, fireworks etc. 

                                            14.        Members are reminded regarding the vacation of the designated match lake six hours prior to the match start time.  Members in breach of this will face a one-month ban. 

                                            15.         Dogs are permitted and must always be on a lead and always cleaned up after. 

                                            16.        The use of radio-controlled devices is prohibited (without committee authorisation). 

                                            17.        Aggressive, abusive and / or threatening behaviour by members will not be tolerated. 

                                            18.        No longer than 72hr rule in same swim, no return within 48hrs 

                                            19.        Day tickets – dawn till dusk only 

                                            20.        Night fishing – only fishing from bivvys/shelters and from designated swims only.  No fishing while sleeping in a vehicle e.g. in the back of a van. 

                                            21.        Predatory fishing - Predatory (lure and dead bait) fishing allowed 1st October to 31st March only. 

                                                

                                                The club rules are in the interest of the membership, your co-operation is appreciated 

                                            Any member found violating any of these rules could lose their membership ticket (with no refund of membership fee)

                                             

                                            In the interests of club members and the fishery, the following endorsements have been made by the committee: 

                                            • Please treat the toilet with respect and leave it as you would wish to find it.
                                            • Lead core is limited to 36 inches (914 mm).
                                            • Please keep the pathways clear at all times.
                                            • The committee have recommended that carp anglers use a maximum of 12lb line.
                                            • Treat fellow anglers with respect and courtesy.
                                            • All anglers use sensible safe rigs (not fixed) for the benefit of fish welfare.
                                            • Club assets must not be interfered with at any time.
                                            • Members must observe that loud noise and unsociable behavior are not permitted.
                                            • Carp care (e.g. carp clinic, propolis) to be used.

                                             

                                             Any committee member has the right to ask any club member to reel their rods in to check terminal tackle, baits etc.

                                            Cars parked at the club lakes are at the owners own risk.

                                             

                                            THE COMMITTEE

                                             Please Note:

                                             From the start of next season (2027/28 season starting 1st June 2027), all membership renewals and new memberships will be processed exclusively online through Clubmate; This means that memberships will no longer be available for purchase via cash, cheque, or in-person arrangements. All transactions must be completed online through the Clubmate platform.  Clubmate can be accessed here - https://swaffhamanglingclub.clubmate.co.uk. 

                                            This new system will provide a more efficient, secure, and streamlined process for both members and the club. Step-by-step guidance on how to renew or join can be found here – https://support.clubmate.co.uk/en/articles/5089711-buying-a-membership-guide 

                                             If you anticipate any difficulties accessing or using the online system, please contact the club secretary (email swaffhamanglingclub@outlook.com) and we will do our best to assist.

                                             

                                            2026/27 Match List

                                            Date

                                            Lake

                                            Draw

                                            Fishing

                                            Sun 19/04/2026

                                            1

                                            7:45 AM

                                            9 AM – 3 PM

                                            Sun 03/05/2026

                                            2

                                            12:45 PM

                                            2 PM – 8 PM

                                            Sun 17/05/2026

                                            1

                                            6:45 AM

                                            8 AM – 2 PM

                                            Sun 31/05/2026

                                            2

                                            12:45 PM

                                            2 PM – 8 PM

                                            Sun 07/06/2026

                                            1

                                            6:45 AM

                                            8 AM – 2 PM

                                            Sun 21/06/2026

                                            2

                                            12:45 PM

                                            2 PM – 8 PM

                                            Sun 05/07/2026

                                            1

                                            6:45 AM

                                            8 AM – 2 PM

                                            Sun 12/07/2026

                                            2

                                            12:45 PM

                                            2 PM – 8 PM

                                            Sun 26/07/2026

                                            1

                                            12:45 PM

                                            2 PM – 8 PM

                                            Sun 09/08/2026

                                            2

                                            12:45 PM

                                            2 PM – 8 PM

                                            Sun 13/09/2026

                                            1

                                            10:45 AM

                                            12 PM - 6 PM

                                            Sun 27/09/2026

                                            2

                                            8:45 AM

                                            10 PM - 4 PM

                                            Sun 04/10/2026

                                            *(Pike Championship Qualifiers)

                                            1

                                            7:45 AM

                                            9 AM – 3 PM

                                            Sun 01/11/2026

                                            *(Pike Championship Qualifiers)

                                            1

                                            7:45 AM

                                            9 AM – 3 PM

                                            Sun 11/04/2027

                                            1

                                            8:45 AM

                                            10 PM - 4 PM

                                            Sun 25/04/2027

                                            2

                                            10:45 AM

                                            12 PM - 6 PM

                                            Sun 09/05/2027

                                            1

                                            6:45 AM

                                            8 AM – 2 PM

                                            Sun 23/05/2027

                                            2

                                            10:45 AM

                                            12 PM - 6 PM


                                             Match fees will be £11, £10 pools, £1 Golden Peg.  Optional £5 super pool side pot.

                                            The league consists of twelve matches, of which the best nine results count, dropping the three worst.  You must have participated in at least six matches to be included in the final result.

                                            If you would like to enter any of these open matches, please put your name down in Kev’s Tackle in Swaffham or message Neil Gooch on Facebook or simply turn up in good time on the day.

                                            *These are pike championship qualifying matches and are not part of the league. 

                                              Entry cost:  Members - £15, Non-Members £20