Layer Marney Reservoirs crayfish trapping

Members should be aware that crayfish trapping will be taking place over the next few weeks. A commercial fisherman will be setting long net traps in the Marney lakes. These traps will be clearly marked with a buoy at each end. Members are asked to be particularly...

Fish welfare – weighing large carp

Can anglers fishing our venues, such a Silver End Pits, including those fishing for say tench and bream, who catch a large carp please only attempt to weigh it if you have the proper equipment. Bailiffs have seen anglers trying to weigh a twenty pound plus fish in a...

KDAA Bailiffs to check for EA rod licenses

We recently had an incident in which an Environment Agency (EA) Bailiff found a member fishing one of our waters without an EA rod licence. The foolish member gave a false name, but a KDAA official was able to demand his club card and find his true identity. We are...

New gate at Silver End Pits

A new gate has been installed at Silver End Pits replacing the single bar gate to deter trespassers and help keep the waters secure. Please keep the gate locked at all times. The installation was organised by the bailiff, Chris...