Club Information
The KDAA established in 1947 caters for pleasure, specimen and match fishing. With waters within eight mile radius of Kelvedon, in mid – Essex located between Chelmsford and Colchester. Accessible from the A12.
KDAA is a friendly angling club that provides some of the best uncrowded fishing in Essex.
We have ten still waters that are open all year round and fishing on stretches of the river Blackwater
Night fishing is allowed on six of the still waters.
Adult subscription is £95 per annum with many concessions.
Please note that all our waters are member only waters and we do not issue day tickets. Members may purchase Guest tickets.
Please visit the Join KDAA page for information about the joining arrangements.
Latest News Announcements
Carbon Monoxide: The Silent Killer
Every year, anglers put themselves at risk without realising it. Carbon monoxide (CO) is invisible, odourless and can become deadly in enclosed spaces such as bivvies and tents.If you're using heaters, stoves, BBQs or lanterns on the bank:Always ensure good...
Hunts Farm Reservoir closed
HUNTS FARM CLOSED Dear Members, please be aware that due to fallen trees blocking the track, Hunts Farm is closed. Stay tuned for updates Mark Wilson
Carp talk evening – 18 November
You are invited to an evening of carp talk with Bob Gansbuehler featuring tales and photos of some of my most memorable carp caught over forty years from Essex waters including the River Chelmer. Also details of some experiments that he carried out including an...
Membership now closed for this season
Please note the membership has now reached the limit set by the Committee and is now closed for this current season apart from the River Only and Child memberships. We will be opening the membership for the 2027/28 season on the 8th February for existing members to...