Water Meadows Fishery

A four-lake, 20-acre complex set within Chapel Fields Holiday Park on the Lincolnshire coast, 7 miles from Skegness. Moat Lake is a 60-peg commercial strip lake with match weights over 200lb; Rush Pool is a 6-peg specimen runs water with carp to 30lb+ and catfish to 40lb+; Meadow Lake is a 3.5-acre specimen water with carp to 40lb. Run by GD Hardy Ltd. Day tickets and night sessions bookable online.

• All anglers must hold a valid EA Rod Licence -- bailiffs may request proof at any time.
• Children under 13 are not permitted to fish alone.
• Only one guest per angler is allowed.
• Gate opening and closing times must be respected -- no entry or exit outside designated hours unless arranged in advance.
• Night fishermen on Meadow Lake must remain on-site after 5pm. Food orders must be collected from the tackle shop in person -- do not press the buzzer unless in an emergency.
• Barbless hooks only -- no exceptions.
• No unattended rods -- you must be in control of your rods at all times.
• Minimum 42-inch carp landing net required.
• Padded unhooking mats must be used at all times -- regardless of fish size.
• No permanently fixed leads -- leads must be able to come free if a fish is lost.
• Rig tubing or a leader must be used above the lead system -- bare line can damage fish. Naked helicopter rigs are the only exception.
• Braided mainline is not allowed -- braided hooklinks are permitted.
• Weigh fish using a proper weigh sling -- never weigh directly on the scales.
• No carp to be retained -- retention sacks are not allowed unless special permission is given.
• Do not transfer fish between waters.
• No surface fishing or floating baits.
• No live bait, no nuts, and no plastic baits.
• Do not dump excessive bait when leaving -- dispose of leftovers in bins, not the lake.
• All nets, mats and slings must be dry before use to prevent the spread of fish diseases.
• No fires, no guns, no swimming, no drugs, and no excessive drinking.
• Only green fishing bivvies are allowed -- no bright camping tents.
• BBQs must be raised off the ground -- burnt grass means you will be asked to leave.
• No excessive noise or loud music.
• Dogs allowed but must be on a lead and under control at all times -- clean up after them.
• Respect staff and other anglers -- any aggression, abuse or failure to follow rules will result in removal from the fishery.
• Rigs may be checked by staff or bailiffs -- ensure all rigs are fish-safe.