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Jake Dye

“With a large stock of ide to 2lb, alongside plenty of carp, tench ,skimmers, barbel and roach., it’s the kind of venue where you are as well fishing a bait that targets everything that swims, and maggots are one of the best and cheapest ways to do this.”

Jake had sat himself on peg 9 of the 20 peg lake, with a large reed fringed island to his left hand side, and some open water to his right. “I am going to fish a line as close to the island as I can in as shallow a water as I can get away with. This should help prevent line bites, as the fish will be feeding off the slope rather than down it, with there tails brushing into the line. I will also feed a line down the track, where I will start the match, and this will also give me somewhere to go should I think my track line needs a rest”.

In terms of rigs, Jake opted for a 4X12s Chianti to 0.12 Mosella Xedion and an 0.10 hook length for his down the track rig. A size 18 Kamasan B911 was his choice of hook, and he matched this rig to 9 hollo elastic.

Regular loosefeeding is key

As if to prove his point, Jake fed a large kinder pot of maggots to start with and took two big ide on the drop in his first two puts in! After these initial two better fish, Jake started catching a steady stream of smaller roach and ide, topping up with the kinder pot to keep fish coming.

“I am going to concentrate on catching as many fish as I can from down the middle in the early part of the session. I expect at some stage, this line will go quiet and when it does I will go on my island line. Had the weather been warmer, I may have been tempted to just fish up to the island on two lines, but the water is still fairly cold, so I reckon a combination of deep and shallow water tactics will be the best way to catch today”

Considering the fact he was leaving his Island line to later on in the session, I was surprised he wasn’t feeding it, choosing instead to just pot in on the line he was fishing. “Ide are a very aggressive species, similar to chub, and home in on food as soon it hit’s the water, that is why they are often caught shallow. I think you are better off targeting an area of your peg for them, leaving some water for them to back off to, and then fishing there when your line dies. If an ide wants to feed it will come and find feed actively, so feeding two lines can actually be counterproductive, as it can distract them away from where you actually want them to be- where your hookbait is!”

Matt Oldfield displays his beast for the camera

As predicted, after catching on this line for about an hour, things started to quieten off, and Jake decided it was time to try his island line. He kinder potted in a couple of dozen maggots, and lowered a lighter rig, comprising a 4×10 Carpa Chimp with the stem trimmed down, with the same line hook, and shotting pattern as the deck rig into the swim.

Seconds later, the float was under and the laccy was out, but this time it was a crucian and not an ide that was the culprit. A couple of better roach followed, and then it was back to the ide, as they homed in on their new source of food.

Whats really noticeable about the way Jake fishes is how considered he is, thinking about everything he does and every decision he makes rather than rushing in hap hazard. He is smooth with his tackle, but doesn’t rush or bully fish, taking his time and making sure they end up in the net.

With Jake catching well on his pole line, I decided to have a wander around the lake to see what else was being caught, stopping behind Woodseats angler Matt Oldfield who had hooked into one of the lakes bigger resident carp. After a lengthy battle, it ended up in the onion sack and at 19lb 14oz it shows that its not just silver fish that Charnock has to offer. Matt kindly agreed to let us photograph the fish, and it is displayed next to Jakes catch in the picture.

When I got back to Jake he was still catching as quickly as he had been when we had started 3 hours earlier, but with the light dropping we thought it best to bring the session to a close and get some pictures. With a net of silvers well over 20lb to show for his efforts, Jake had done himself proud and proved that he can hammer them out of any venue, not just Kiveton Waters!

Jake proudly displays his net for the camera

The coarse waters are very well stocked with thousands of quality fish, so you have an excellent opportunity to catch Barbel, Tench, Bream, Roach, Perch, Gudgeon, Ide, Chub and a wide variety of Carp.

The fly fishing waters offer high grade stock, which means they are extremely fit, strong and tasty. These waters are stocked with Rainbow, Brown, Blue, Golden and Tiger Trout, weighing from 2lb to 20lb+.

There is a well stocked tackle shop where you can purchase tackle and a wide range of baits including Maggot, Caster and Worms. There is also a cafe and refreshment area where you can have a bite to eat and a cup of coffee and chat with fellow anglers.

Canal (21 peg coarse fishing water)

The purpose built Canal has an atmosphere of natural peace and tranquility. The Canal has a depth of 4ft and an average width of 18 metres, which makes it a great place for method feeding and pole fishing. This water is heavily stocked with Carp (Mirror, Common and Ghost) as well as Tench, Bream, Chub, Perch, Roach and Koi. This water is also home to some of Broom`s biggest fish.

The Donut (15 peg coarse fishing loch)

The Donut Loch is named because of its unusual shape. It has lots of features including an island and plenty of marginal shelter for the fish. This is an excellent water for beginners and seasoned anglers alike. This water is stocked with Mirror, Common and Ghost Carp as well as Bream, Koi, Chub, Tench, Roach and Perch. Together with The Canal and The Square this water holds some of Broom`s biggest fish.

The Square (16 peg coarse fishing water)

The Square Loch has plenty of contours and an island, which makes fishing here a challenging and rewarding experience. This water is stocked with Mirror, Common and Ghost Carp as well as Tench, Bream, Koi, Chub, Roach and Perch. Together with The Canal and The Donut this water holds some of Broom`s biggest fish.

Bruce`s Acre (18 peg coarse fishing loch)
Bruce`s Acre has fairly even depths of around 5ft and is well stocked with Barbel, Common and Mirror Carp, F1 Carp, Gudgeon, Roach, Chub and Perch.

Queensberry (28 peg coarse fishing loch)

Queensberry Loch is one of the oldest waters at Broom Fisheries. It has deep marginal growth, which helps to create an excellent opportunity to catch fish close to your peg. This loch is around 6ft in depth, reducing to 3ft in the shallows.

Betula (19 peg fly fishing loch)

Betula has fairly even depths of around 6ft and is surrounded by Birch trees. This fly fishing loch offers a peaceful and tranquil fishing experience and is only a few minutes away from the motorway. Broom waters are continually re-stocked throughout the year. Betula holds Rainbow, Blue, Brown, Golden and Tiger Trout.

Salix (10 peg fly fishing loch)

Salix Loch is close to Betula Loch and is within easy access of the M6 and M64. Salix has a bay with a heavy growth overhang feature at one end, whilst at the other end there are clear pegs for easy casting which are ideal for beginners. It also has fairly even depths of around 5ft. This loch is stocked with Brown, Rainbow, Golden, Blue, and Tiger Trout.

The fishery is open from 8am until dusk everyday from 1st February until 31st October. (closed Tuesdays between 1st November to 1st January).

There are Mens/Womens toilets onsite as well as a small tackle shop which can cater for most needs and fresh bait is always available. The cafe offers freshly cooked meals, hot and cold drinks and a selection of sandwiches. The cafe is also where you will pay for your day tickets.

Fishing is from dawn until dusk. No children under 14 years old allowed on pond c and night fishing is by prior arrangement only (£10.00 for 24 hours).

Please be aware that The Environment Agency helps with the management of the fishery and pay regular visits to the site, so please make sure you have your valid fishing licence with you.

Pond A (10 pegs) is a small pond which has been established for seven years. This pond is stocked with Carp to 10lb, Tench to 5lb, Perch to 2lb, Rudd and Roach to 1lb+ and Crucians.

Pond B (20 pegs) is well stocked with plenty of Carp to double figures, it has been open for four years and has produced several 100lb bags.

2006 Top Weights

Mirror Carp 17lb 11oz, Common Carp 13lb 12oz, Crucian Carp 2lb 8oz, Tench 5lb 4oz, Rudd 15oz, Roach 1lb 3oz, Perch 3lb, Fantail Carp 2lb 7oz, Bream 2lb+, Chub 1lb 8oz, Barbel 2lb.

Pond C has been open since May 2004 and is well stocked with Bream, Barbel, Chub and Ide. Whilst there are no huge fish in here, they are growing well and 40-60lb mixed bags are common. In late Summer 2007 100 Brown Trout were introduced to help keep down the Bream fry that were tending to be such a problem.

Pond D is the new match pond with depths from 1m to 3m all over. Three sides are fished with ease from box or basket but the remaining side has pontoons to offer comfortable positions. This pond is stocked with all the species found in the other ponds with the exception of Trout and Perch. This pond is currently only open to campers and matches.

River Eden – Pendragon

The Pendragon stretch of water lies from Pendragon castle down to below Dalefoot and offers fly fishing for wild brown trout. The upper section has lots of deep pools and small waterfalls and the middle section is the best but can be difficult to fish. This part of the river is rarely fished.

River Eden – Wharton Hall

The Wharton Hall stretch is immediately below the Pendragon and extends from Stenkrith upstream to white bracken. This part of the river has a no weekend fishing rule and is fly only. This stretch is not over fished.

River Eden – Stenkrith

This stretch is very interesting and accessible. The deep pool under the bridge can contain large amounts of salmon during late october. Below Stenkrith park there is a variety of good water that is rarely fished.

River Eden – Frank`s Bridge

This is a short stretch of the Eden which stretches from a field above frank`s bridge in Kirkby Stephen and ends approx 0.5km upstream. Some large trout may be found here.

River Eden – Eastfield Bridge

This stretch of water is from Eastfield bridge upstream to the flow station which is adjacent to the Kirkby Stephen Warcop road. This stretch can be difficult to fish in areas of dense vegetation, however there are some large wild brown trout residing here.

River Eden – Beckfoot

This stretch of Eden is from Eastfield bridge downstream to Beckfoot where scandal beck enters the Eden. This fishery has mainly shallow sheltered runs.

River Eden – Musgrove

This stretch lies from Blandsworth bridge (upper limit) to great musgrove bridge (lower limit) and can be accessed easily by either bridge. This stretch holds wild brown trout and grayling are also present. This is the most popular stretch of Eden owned by KSDAA. There are large and small pools with runs both fast and small. An excellent stretch for fly fishing.

River Eden – Ploughlands

This stretch is approx 2 miles long and lies from Musgrove bridge (upper limit) to Warcop old bridge (lower limit). This stretch is an easily fished fly water and has had reports of really large fish in recent years.

River Eden – Warcop

This stretch is downstream of Warcop old bridge and is a joint fishery shared with Appelby Angling Association. Below the first field it can be difficult to fish due to the steep banks, continuous trees and barbed wire that restricts access (fly fishing is virtually impossible). This water often contains large numbers of stock fish introduced early in the season by Appelby angling association.

River Belah – Above Belah Bridge

This fishery is upstream from Belah bridge on the Kirkby Stephen – Brough Road, starting 1 field above the bridge. This is a small but attractive trout stream.

River Belah – Below Belah Bridge

This fishery starts 1 field downstream from Belah bridge on the Kirkby Stephen – Brough Road. Overall there is a huge variety of water along the Beck but not all of it is easy to fish with fly. Avoid the river in spate conditions.

There is an onsite tackle/bait shop which has a wide variety of tackle and baits available. Within the shop there is also a cafe where you can get freshly prepared and made to order food.

Main Pond is well stocked with Carp to 20lb, Tench to 7lb, Bream to 7lb, Perch to 3lb, Roach and Rudd.

Island Pond is well stocked with Carp to 5lb, Tench to 7lb, Bream to 6lb, Perch to 3lb, Crucians to 1lb and Chub.

Silver Pond is well stocked with Carp to 6lb, Tench to 3lb, Perch to 3lb, F2 Carp, Roach, Rudd, Chub and Skimmers.

Match fishing can be arranged by booking in advance and you can either book the whole lake or just the required number of pegs.

There is also a caravan and campsite at saltfleetby fisheries, where motorhomes, touring caravans and tents are welcome. Caravans are available to hire inclusive of fishing and bedding, these may be booked online via the bookings page of the website. (Please see website for price list).

For beginners free tackle loan is available, which is the loan of a four metre pole free of charge, however a £5.00 deposit is required which is returned when the pole is returned in good condition. Ready made up rigs which include line, float, weights and hook plus a small amount of bait are available for £1.00.

Fingal Fishpond is a 40 peg lake with a two acre area. In march 2004 this lake was stocked with 100 Carp from 5 to 14lb and in april 2004 more than 4000 Carp were introduced which have now reached the 3 to 4lb mark, with a few nearing 6lb.

Little Brooker has 15 pegs and is 1/2 acre in size, stock includes Ghost Carp, Koi, Golden Tench, Golden Orfe and Goldfish.

Harryss Hole ia under an acre in size and has twenty pegs. This lake holds Carp to 8lb+, Crucians to 2lb+ and F1 Hybrid Carp to 2lb+.

Griffish has a four acre area and sixty pegs. This is the deepest pool at over 20ft in depth and is stocked with Carp to 2lb+, however Pike and Carp to 25lb+ have also been caught here.

Gatenby is the smallest water at borwick fishing with room for up to six anglers this is ideal for juniors or beginners. This water holds Golden Rudd, Gold Tench and Crucians.

Dewhurst Deeps has 37 pegs and is 2 acres in size. This lake has stocks of Carp to 3lb+, Ide and Rudd.

Burn is 1/2 acre in area and has 15 pegs. Stocks include Barbel, Chub, Ghost Carp, Ide, Golden Tench and a few other species.

The Last Blast has 17 pegs and is 1/2 acre in size. Stocks include Wels Catfish to double figures, Grass Carp, Ghost Carp, Ide and a few other species.

Jimmy`s Lake is the largest lake and natural stocks include Carp to 30lb+, Pike to 30lb, Tench to 10lb, Eels to 6lb+ and probably holds Bream, Roach and Perch as well. This lake can only be fished by syndicate membership permit or 24hr permit. Day tickets are not valid on this lake.

The lakes can be up to 12ft deep and you may find Carp to 26lb, Tench to 6lb, Bream to 4lb and Roach to 2lb. The Botany Bay lake has platforms which are easy access for the disabled anglers. Toilet facilities are available onsite and car parking is free.

Club bookings can be arranged or you can organise your own competition (just let them know the number of anglers involved). Under 16`s must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Beehive Farm also has a caravan and camping site which is perfect for a fishing holiday and a great base for cycling and walking, there is also the animal farm and playground for the children.

The lakes are open throughout the year from dawn to dusk and you can book to fish via their online enquiry form or by calling the number below.

Open matches can be arranged by request and club matches can also be booked. Both of the lakes at springwood are well stocked with Common, Ghost and Crucian Carp, Roach, Rudd, Tench, Perch, Barbel, Golden and Blue Orfe, Chub, Ide and skimmer Bream.

Angling tuition and corporate match day facilities are available by request.

Top Lake has 24 pegs and depths ranging from 3 to 5ft. This lake has two islands. The current best match weights are: Three hour match = 40lbs

Five hour match = 58lbs

Six hour match = 69lbs

Bottom Lake has 30 pegs and depths ranging from 2.5 to 6ft, this lake also has two islands. The current best match weights are:

Three hour match = 45lbs

Five hour match = 63lbs

The lakes are open seven days a week from 8am until 1/2hr before dusk. There is no night fishing allowed.

The 4 trout lakes are stocked with both rainbow and brown trout and sizes start at around 1 1/2 to 2lb and can go well into double figures. In the fresh water brook there are wild brown trout, however this is NOT available to fish between 30th sept and 1st apr.

The 4 coarse lakes are well stocked with a variety of species including some large carp. The coarse lakes also have easy access for disabled anglers.

There are toilet facilities available onsite as well as a log cabin which serves full english breakfasts at peak times as well as snacks and drinks.

Fly fishing day tickets cost from £10.00 per day and a day on the coarse lakes costs £5.00 . (tickets available bankside via bailiff). Coarse and fly tuition can be arranged and tackle hire for both coarse and fly is also available.

Quarry Lake (1 acre) is a carp lake with fish up to around 25lb. Quarry is available to fish on day ticket mon-thurs.

Wyre Lake (18 acres) is a pike and carp season ticket lake, which has a 1 1/2 acre island feature. Day/night tickets are available (min 48hrs) from 8am mon- 8am fri.

Sunnyside 1 Lake (3 acres) is a pike and carp lake with carp to mid-doubles and day/night tickets available from mon-thurs. fri-sun is 48hrs only.

Sunnyside 2 Lake (15 acres) is another pike and carp lake on which day ticket is available mon-thurs (min 24hrs at weekend). The current top weight is 32.10lb (common carp). Sunnyside 2 has lots of open water and a small island feature.

River Lake (1.5 acres) is a carp lake with a mix of mirror and common, the biggest so far has been 30.4lb. day tickets available mon-thurs (min 24hrs at weekend).

Fox`s Lake is a coarse lake stocked with Chubb, Perch, Tench, Rudd, Carp and Bream. A childrens lake (under 12`s) is available stocked with a variety of coarse fish.

Banton`s Lake (11 acres coarse lake) has a 1/2 acre island and very clear water, the largest fish caught stands at 39lb 2 oz, it is also a season ticket lake.

NOTE: On weekends there is a bookings only system in place (min 24hrs). Sunnyside 1 is 48hrs at weekends.