Sumners Ponds Fishery

This page is dedicated to the latest news and information about our lakes, tackle shop and fishing at Sumners Ponds.

FISHING

The fishing lakes are open to day tickets from 7am each morning until dusk or 9pm, which ever comes sooner. Campers and members may begin fishing at 6am during the summer months when the mornings are lighter. Day tickets can be obtained from the reception or the bailiff who will make several visits during the day. The fishery rules can be viewed on the large notice board located outside reception, on the web site and also on the back of all fishing permits.

There are currently four course fishing waters open at Sumners Ponds.

Sumners Lake, the larger specimen water, is stocked with Carp up to and around 36lb, Perch to 4lb, Chub to 6lb, Bream to 7lb, Roach to 2lb and Pike to 15lb. Half of this lake is generally reserved for campers but vacant swims can be fished if there isn't an arrival on that day. Night fishing for members and campers is also possible on this lake.

In the Farm Pond, the smaller but more mature of the lakes, we have Carp to to 24lb, Roach, Tench, Rudd, Chub, Perch and Crucians. Both The Farm Pond and The Sumners Lake are open everyday to day tickets as we do not book matches on these waters. Night fishing is possible on this lake when a premium camping pitch is booked.

Set on its own, away from the campsite lies the 3. 5 acre Match Lake which provides prolific fishing with Barbel, Chub, Carp, Crucians, Tench and Roach. Primarily designed for the match fisherman but provides great sport for the day ticket fisherman too.

The Ribbon Lake, as its name implies, is a meandering ribbon of water. It is well stocked with fish such as Barbel, Tench, Chub, Bream, Roach and Crucians. It is popular with match fisherman and is also ideal for beginners or parent and child teams as you can generally be guaranteed a successful catch on most visits.

Our newest addition is Betty's Lake which is currently under construction. This lake will be another specimen water similar to the Sumners Lake. We hope that Betty's Lake will be open Summer 2016.

Please note that we are very serious about the well being of our valuable fish stocks and you must be sure to have read the rules and have the correct equipment. Our staff are happy to advise as are most most experienced fishermen.

Prices

Adult Day Ticket: 1 Rod: £8. 00 / 2 Rods: £12. 00 (ages 16 years + )

Junior Day Ticket: 1 Rod: £6. 50 / 2 Rods: £8. 00 (aged up to 15 years)

Concession Day Ticket: 1 Rod: £7. 00 / 2 Rods: £10. 00 (aged 60 years + )

BAIT AND TACKLE SHOP

Alan and Rob, our resident bailiffs is usually available for help and advice on every aspect of fishing at Sumners Ponds. We keep a well stocked bait and tackle section in our reception building. Live baits such as maggots and worms are available (excluding winter), as well as some frozen baits.

We stock popular tackle brands such as Drennan, Gardener and Middy and baits brands such as Copdock Mill and Crafty Catcher. Even if you're not planning on fishing at Sumners Ponds visitors are welcome to browse the tackle shop during reception opening hours. If you have any questions about what we stock in the tackle shop please email us on fishing@sumnersponds. co. uk.

MATCHES AND NIGHT FISHING
MATCH FISHING

There are currently two waters at Sumners Ponds that can be used for fishing matches.

The Match Lake, set on its own away from the campsite, this 3. 5 acre lake provides prolific fishing with Barbel, Chub, Carp, Crucians, Tench and Roach. This lake has a very good reputation and is very popular among match fishermen and day ticket anglers.

Our two acre Ribbon Lake which is, as its name implies, a meandering ribbon of water with islands to fish from. This lake is well stocked with silver fish such as Barbel, Tench, Chub, Bream and Crucians.

To have a match at Sumners Ponds you need to have at least 6 people to be able to book. If your club would be interested in having a match at Sumners Ponds please email us on bookings@sumnersponds. co. uk or call us on 01403 732539.

Costs

Partial use of lake: £8. 00 per angler - £30 deposit required when booking.

Exclusive use of whole lake: £195. 00 - £60 deposit required when booking.

NIGHT FISHING & MEMBERSHIP

Anyone wishing to fish after dusk, will need to become a member. Currently night fishing can only take place on the Sumners Lake by booking one of the night swims. These must be booked in advance by contacting reception on 01403 732539. There is an additional charge for members of £10. 00 for a night session. Guests are permitted at an additional £25. 00 for a night session. For more information and costs you can download the membership pack here.

Membership at Sumners Ponds can be very beneficial especially if you are a regular visitor. If you become a member of the fishery all you day time fishing is paid for for a whole year from the date that you apply. Members can fish from 6am when the mornings are light enough until duck or 9pm, which ever comes sooner.

Please note that we care for the well being of our valuable fish stocks and you must be sure to have read the rules and have the correct equipment. Our staff are happy to advise you and most experienced fishermen are happy to give advice.

If you have any questions regarding the fishery, want to contact one of the fishing bailiffs or just want to send in pictures of your catches email fishing@sumnersponds. co. uk.

To download our fishing rules and membership pack, visit our website at; www. sumnersponds. co. uk

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