2024 Latest Fishery News!
19th December 2024 - A year in review!
So, unbelievably here we are again! Another reservoir campaign over but one filled with plenty of highs and broken PB’s. However, it has been a little out of the norm’ for a couple of reasons. The first being the lack of weed growth and secondly, the invisible spawning… Both will be covered in more detail a little later on, let’s begin…
The year started reasonably wet, the land including the fishery was still suffering from the flooding from October of 2023 when the reservoir rose by nearly 2ft. Snow and rain hindered most of January and February although the latter did bring us a little life on the fish front.
The turn of March brought some much-needed drier conditions and a potent smell of spring was in the air. The Carp had certainly got the memo by this point and the season got up and running with several fish being caught from mid-march right up to the Easter weekend. Amongst the captures were a few of our younger fish which were showing some unbelievable growth rates. Some of the homegrown additions were averaging 7lb over a 12-month period and were now well into double figures!
April played out and the bites continued to flow. Towards the end of the month a few more of our A-Team members started to appear with one in particular, ‘Angry Annie’ weighing in at 35lbs.
Early May brought us more wet weather which appeared to knock the fishing back a little. Sightings were few and far between and not so much as Roach was being seen at times.
The water temperature was still pretty cool but in reality, around mid-may we usually start to see the odd strand of fresh weed and come the end of the month, potential spawning!
Towards the end of May, heavy rain continued to disrupt play and the fishing remained a little wayward, just as it would as if they were about to spawn. However, there was one notable capture in particular. A fish known as ‘Dave’, a real pretty scaly original which for the first time to our knowledge hit that magical 30lb mark. It certainly put the member on cloud nine, what a fish that is!
We rolled into June with still no sign of spawning NOR a single inch of weed growth. We knew the water temperature wasn’t quite warm enough for spawning despite a lot of local waters having started and even finished by this point. Years previous, we’ve seen the main bulk of spawning to take place in mid-July, so still concern at this stage.
During the second week of June, the action again got going good and proper. Loads being caught and a few females seemingly full of eggs!
A fortnight passed, the weather got warm, so too did the water but still no sign of any submerged vegetation or any significant signs of spawning. There was a brief couple of hours one afternoon, when a handful of small commons had a half-hearted go in Summers Bay but decided to knock off early instead.
Come July, the fish were still well on the feed but the Carp were now being caught and in a state that would suggest spawning had taken place. Beat up and hollow, the fish were feeding in their droves.
Not a single sighting of any commotion, obviously no weed to thrash up against in the shallows and no groups up by the dam wall, had they been really crafty right up in the snags? Who knows.
The fishing towards the end of July became a little stale but the lads were still plucking out the odd one. To be honest, we have never considered July to be a prolific month whether the conditions are perfect or not.
Right at the end of the month, a fish known as cauliflower made its first appearance in over 12 months, again, another record weight of 35lb 10oz.
Like a switch August just hit the ground running, Carp were literally being caught from everywhere and not just in ones or twos!
At the end of the first full week, ‘Unattended’ made her first appearance in well over a year. She swung the scales to 37lb 10oz and as per other fish, everything suggests she had indeed been ‘at it’. Following the floods in the previous autumn, rumours were rife that she’d gone due to her low profile but that’s just how she feed’s another ridiculous whisper to quash.
The remainder of August was just frantic! The lads were catching like crazy. We were inundated with reports of five and six fish hits during quick overnight visits. However, it didn’t end there, we had several double figured routs including one member bagging FIFTEEN fish in a little under 48 hours.
With the memorial match fast approaching, this was the kind of action we were after!
Off into September and the first weekend was that of Gaz’s memorial match and what a great weekend it proved to be. The res produced a whopping twenty-one bites between 16 anglers with twelve fish being landed.
Top spot took four fish for 73lb 12oz with second place finishing on 57lb 3oz but was just 5lb behind until the last couple of hour having also lost three fish at the net!
Five prizes were handed out including one for the smallest fish which won 5kg of boilies kindly donated by fishery member and bait roller, Phil. Give him a shout if you want top quality feed boilies!
September proved to be a staggering month. The fish were hitting the grub hard with no weed to root through or sit up in, anglers’ bait was their only option. Again, there was some incredible returns including a five fish hit that saw a brace of 35’s landed in the same morning.
We merged into October and the reports were still the same. Carp being caught left, right and center with numerous record weights being recorded. BY early November we’d seen three different fish over 38lb landed to over forty along with a barrage of followers to 36lb. It really was an incredible Autumn, one of the best to date!.
During November we were hit with a surprising cold snap which left us a dumping of snow and sub zero temperatures for quite some time. We thought that those conditions would in the end, wrap the season up due to the large quantity of cold water running through the reservoir, however, we thought wrong.
Incredibly, in late November, a father and son duo dropped in the shallows of all places for a quick overnighter and only went on to land NINE carp from 10lb to 25lb! A body of water that on most occasions wouldn’t be considered to fish by many at this time of year. Easily, one of the best sessions of the campaign. Great angling again you pair!
Since that session the weather has turned a little sour and the reservoir and slowed up further but the Carp are still feeding with just last Saturday producing a pristine homegrown common of around 4lb.
Throughout the year, we’ve seen a lot of these smaller carp caught and have been asked as to why we have stocked so many of them? Well, the answer to that is, we haven’t. These future pigs have always been there thanks to successful spawning over the years but due to the lack of weed they have resorted to angler’s bait. Usually, we don’t get to see these fish until they are low doubles having thrived in the weed for a large part of their younger years and having no need to look elsewhere for food. It certainly won’t do them any harm, some good quality feed down them will see those growths soar!
The lack of weed this year has been somewhat bizarre and although we are not complaining, the reason for no germination would be great to know. Coloured water over the winter and spring? Large quantities of water running through all winter? Lots of disturbance on the lake bed? The theories are endless. We wouldn’t mind a bit of the same next year, perhaps some mild growth but the fear is that it’ll come back with vengeance. All we can do is wait and see.
Another beauty this year with the clearer margins is that lots of fish have been caught close in. three, four, five wraps have been ample at times off both banks! They are there and always have been!
It has also brought a few of our other elusive residents out of hiding including a couple of VS stockies that we’ve had no reports of since 2017. Goes to show just how long they can avoid a hook bait especially when they’re sat hugging the green stuff.
So, that pretty much brings our 2024 campaign to an end. What a Year! It by far has been one of the best to date. We’d like to thank everyone who has been part of it and to all those members who have sent in their photos and reports.
Here’s to an even better one in 2025. From us all here at Greasley Estate, we’d like to wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy new year.
See you early in 2025.
Tight Lines
27th November 2024 - Strong winds? heavy rain? No sweat!
Storm Bert didn't phase this young man one little bit over the weekend after dragging his 'old man' out for a wet and blustery 24-hour session which resulted in an incredible NINE fish hit!
He had a plan and instructed Dad to drop the gear in a swim that hasn't seen much pressure in recent weeks. Well, it didn't take long to get on the scoresheet and from then on the bites just kept on flowing. Unfazed by the howling crosswinds, he kept getting his baits on the spot and proceeded to wake
Dad throughout the night to get those all-important photos.
Upon wrap-up, he had managed five known and named Mirrors with a 25lb original topping the lot.
Brilliant angling! One for the future that's for sure.
Let's not forget all the hard work Dad put in throughout the session, taking pictures round the clock ain't the easiest job especially when in the eye of a storm. Well in mate.
Tight Lines
21st November 2024 - Winters' creeping in!
Having been quite fortunate in recent weeks with the milder conditions, this week has been the 'polar' opposite, literally...
The week started with a dumping of snow whilst temperatures plummeted to around -7 after dark but the reservoir remains ice free.
The fish don't appear to be that bothered either as they continue to show in good numbers and even a few of the smaller ones have slipped over the chord!
Conditions are expected to change again this coming weekend as a much damper weather front looks set to move in.
One or two from this autumn, current biggies to the future chunks. Great angling lads!
Tight Lines
8th November 2024 - Making most of the conditions!
With conditions unseasonably mild for the time of year and MUCH drier than the Autumn of 2023, the lads have taken every opportunity to capitalise on the continued activity. The Past fortnight has seen THREE different fish over 38lb caught as well dozens of others to 35lb+!
Amongst the captures was one of our VS stockies which fell just 9oz short of 30lb having only been introduced at 9lb four years ago. We've had a record number of fish at their largest recorded weights to date as they really are hitting the grub hard.
Like they have all year, day sessions are bringing just as much success if not greater as overnighters and longer stays.
Mass amounts of bait isn't essential but regular top-ups if getting bites has been more rewarding.
Top Dangling!
Tight Lines
26th October 2024 - Crazy mild for October!
Fish to 38lb have graced the bank this week but it is becoming clear that the areas in which they are feeding are becoming a little more isolated.
One member took five fish in a little over 24 hours which included a double, three twenties and a 38lb Mirror, 3lb up on its summer weight!
Other fish including the likes of 'Karrot' and 'Thatch' have also been caught at their best weights to date.
Great angling gents, congrats!
Field side - We've been asked a couple of times this week as to whether we will be re-opening the field side to motors after the drier conditions and despite the land firming up pretty well in recent days, unfortunately it is still not enough to allow traffic with causing damage.
Depending on conditions, it has not been ruled out that it won't reopen again this year.
Rule reminder - Can we please remind all members that they should NOT be bringing non-members on to the complex for a look around/viewing. Any interested parties must first go direct through the fishery before visiting the site. Failure to comply with this rule will result in a ban and perspective members losing their right to obtain a ticket. Complex viewings are to be made via appointment ONLY!
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
16th October 2024 - Water Temp dropping!
With even more fresh water flowing through over the last week, the water temperature is taking a real battering as temperatures are now averaging around 11C. However, the Carp don't seem too concerned just yet as the lads are still banking fish to over 40lb!
The wind direction still lacks any consistency and has been all over the place for a few days but the fish don't appear to be as easily persuaded by it as they were last week.
This year we have seen more captures than we've ever known of the small homegrown Commons between 2lb - 6lb and have been asked on more than one occasion as to why we've stocked so many at that size? Well, the honest answer is, we haven't!
Those little Commons have all come through via successful spawning within the reservoir, they just aren't usually caught as often due to them spending most of their early life sat in the weed after naturals which this year we've had absolutely none of!
These fish often see their first hook around 12lb - 14lb when they are wanting something a little more substantial but this year they've had to go looking for another food source, your bait!
There has been some absolute beauties caught including the one below (top, left) at 7lb just a couple of weeks ago. The size of those shoulders! These fish will one day be on that A-Team board and in meantime, will continue to thrive in the reservoir.
Congrats to everyone whose been amongst them recently, it really is the best time of year!
Tight Lines
9th October 2024 - The Pristine Common!
With the deep water dominating a lot of the action in recent weeks, it appears the tides have finally turned following the arrival of a Southerly wind.
Captures continue to fall from the deeper regions but the number of bites are dropping and the stamp of fish is somewhat smaller.
The new wind has been hammering down the 'Reserve' for nearly a week and the Carp look have followed suite.
Last week saw another 30lb Common
added to our Hall of Fame. The newly titled 'Pristine Common' weighed in at 31lb and was taken alongside a chunky 24lb Mirror. It proved to be a fierce battle in the pouring rain but to say the member was "over the moon" would be an understatement.
Congrats mate, great angling!
Tight Lines
1st October 2024 - Autumn is HERE!
There remains plenty of action all over the reservoir as we enter the best few weeks of the campaign. At times they haven't given themselves away easily nor been where you'd expect them for the time of year. This week we've seen fish to 35lb 4oz landed despite the monsoon conditions.
Levels currently sit around five inches above normal and over the last few hours, a bit of colour has started to set in.
Congrats to all the lads catching. The bigguns are due!
Tight Lines
27th September 2024 - Field side closure!
Until further notice, vehicles will not be permitted to drive on the grass to ANY bank. We hope this will only be a temporary measure as the land is still firm but the standing water is easily starting to make a mess when travelled on. A couple of dry days should hopefully correct this and we will be able to continue the use over the coming weeks as we head towards the best time of year.
All vehicles SHOULD to be left in the hard standing car park only!
Many Thanks
23rd September 2024 - Field side restrictions!
Unfortunately, due to the weekends storms, all motors are now prohibited from driving across the field to the ‘Gate 1’ bank until further notice.
Hopefully it will only be a few days but further announcements will be made in due course.
Use other routes with caution.
It has also come to our attention that a small minority are STILL driving to certain banks to visit fellow anglers or just for a look around. This is NOT permitted!!
Anyone found guilty of breaching this rule will be asked to leave and risk a ban. Unnecessary journeys only cause damage to the land and even more so at this time of year!
Many Thanks
20th September 2024 - Back with a bang!
This member has really hit the ground running upon his return three weeks ago having now taken eighteen fish in as many visits.
He's already bagged a few named fish including one of our incredible Fully Scaled and A-Team member 'Angry Annie'.
Good old water
craft has produced these results. Top bloomin' angling, Sir!
Tight Lines
17th September 2024 - Disinfectant baths!
Can I please remind all anglers that they should be disinfecting all angling equipment that is liable to come into contact with fish.
A dip tank is located in each of the car parks and clearly visible. Mats, slings, nets and even waders MUST be dipped to help prevent of disease especially KHV which is raising it's wretched head again.
Ensuring all equipment is fully dry between visiting venues is another way of minimalising transmission.
Anglers failing to do so will be asked to leave, NO excuses.
Many Thanks
16th September 2024 - Brace of 35's!
One of our member's had what some would say, 'A red letter day' late last week after landing a brace of 35lb Mirrors in a single morning. His first morning of the trip is when it all happening. Having bagged a 23lb 8oz Mirror & Common in the early hours, two mega bites followed shortly after with fish of 35lb and 35lb 4oz slipping over the chord. His session was topped of a scale perfect Common of 16lb 8oz just as he approached the 24 hour mark.
The second half of the session did prove much quieter and although Carp were still present in the area, they weren't playing ball.
An area of water that hasn't seen a mass amount of pressure over the last few weeks. Great angling mate.
Tight Lines
10th September 2024 - Cattle grazing!
Can all members please be aware that the cattle are now grazing the field that leads to the 'Gate 1' bank. Please ensure all gates are correctly latched and chained after use. Be sure to drop your motor in behind one of the two gates along said bank if you'd like to preserve body panels and wing mirrors.
Many Thanks
9th September 2024 - Match to remember!
A fantastic weekend was had by all as the reservoir hosted its 3rd annual memorial match in honour of the late Gary Amott.
The lads managed twenty-one bites in total, landing twelve.
Only five participants unfortunately missed out on any action despite being positioned in swims that have produced dozens of fish in recent weeks but it just wasn’t where they were feeding.
Conditions were prime and a new north-easterly wind had been hammering into the Dam wall for more than 24 hours prior to the match. Although nothing had been seen amongst the chop, the instant feeling was that they were there.
Six anglers drew swims on the Dam Wall, two chose to head down the reserve and the remaining five decided to spread out in the central body of water which had been prolific as of recent.
The deep water produced two bites within the first hour but unfortunately never got over the chord. From then on both ends continually produced bites.
One angler Saturday evening managed three takes in quick succession during the monsoon that fell whilst another had a double-take in the early hours of Sunday morning.
With a couple of hours to go the top two were only separated by a gap of 5lb but a fourth and last fish of the match secured top spot! The results were as follows:
1st - 4 fish = 73lb 12oz
2nd - 3 fish = 57lb 2oz. 3 lost aswell!
3rd - 1 fish = 26lb 8oz and took the biggest fish prize.
This year also saw a prize for the smallest fish. A stunning 9lb Linear won 5kg of top quality boilie.
We’d like to say a huge thanks to all the guys for taking part and also those who contributed towards the event but were unable to attend.
A massive thank you to Gary’s family who again donated plenty of ‘refreshments’ and prizes. Another £20 has been put in the bounty jar for the capture of Gaz’s fully Scaled. That now stands at £40. So, if any member catches a fully scaled, please get in touch, you might be quids in. 21 months since he was last caught/reported.
Thanks to member and local bait maker Phil for his generous offer of 5kg of boilies for the smallest fish prize. A bait that is doing extremely well on the reservoir.
Overall, a fantastic weekend to remember a top bloke. Some of lads had never met him but were still there to show their respects. Even his favourite swim produced a 25lb cracker.
Dates have already been confirmed for next year’s match. 5th - 7th September 2025.
We’re already looking forward to it and taking names. Just so all are aware, the fishery will be open for match participants ONLY at next years event. i.e no request to be dropping in vacant swims.
See you there!
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
2nd September 2024 - Well spread out!
The Carp are still enjoying their grub at present with plenty being caught from all four corners of the reservoir to well over 30lb. It's been the best August we've seen in several years with more than 150 fish that we know making the bank. Here are few absolute corkers from the last week.
Congrats to all the lads getting amongst them, top dangling!
Tight Lines
Breaking - 1st September 2024 - Important match notice!
Unfortunately, on Friday we are having to delay the initial meet and draw in main car park due to the tour of Britain cycling.
We had planned to meet at 12 and do the draw at 12.15 but unfortunately due them now confirming their route, the road down to the reservoir expected to be closed/restricted between 11am and 1pm.
Therefore, we are now planning to undertake the draw between 1.15pm-1.30pm in the main car park as originally planned.
Now, if you’d like to get to the fishery before 11am that’s perfectly fine but be aware you may hit traffic or barriers after this time up until 1pm.
We will of course keep you all in the loop as to whether they have passed us and the road has cleared.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused but unfortunately this is out of our hands.
The klaxon will still sound at 3pm to kick off the match and end 10am Sunday.
Please ensure ALL swims are made vacant by 12pm on Friday the 6th September. Normal fishing will resume from 10.30am on Sunday.
Many Thanks
23rd August 2024 - Westerly sends them wild!
Although the banks have been a little quieter over the last few days, the Carp are still feeding exceptionally well with one member this week landing FIFTEEN in a little under 48 hours.
Gale force winds have been on and off for most of this week and although there hasn't really been any consistancy in direction, the Carp are absolutely loving it!
The action is not confined to one area or end in particular but there is lots happening in open water. The average stamp of fish has been 23lb - 25lb.
Let's see what the Bank Holiday brings!
Tight Lines
15th August 2024 - Lots happening!
The first fortnight of August has already seen more than fifty fish landed with swims all over the reservoir producing well.
Over the past seven days captures to nearly 38lb have been made
and several 'hits' reported.
Quick overnighters have again been producing three and four fish but a couple of members have been fortunate enough to reach double figures.
Plenty of bait continues reap the rewards.
Great angling all round!
You may recognise that 'One Eyed Willy' has been in consecutive reports, he seems a little hungry at the minute. He appears in good health and certainly doesn't appear to struggle through lack of sight.
Memorial match - Believe it or believe it not, there is only three weeks until this year's memorial match in honour of the late Gary Amott.
Four places remain for the event which is set to kick off at 3pm on Friday 6th September. As some members are still unaware, we are asking that all swims (bar 'Beginners') are made vacant by 12 noon on the Friday
in time for the draw at approx 12.15.
'Beginners Peg' will be the only swim not in the match draw so it will still be available to book.
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
9th August 2024 - 36 hours produces five!
This father and son duo certainly made most of their recent trip after bagging five Carp to 25lb as well as some big Roach and Tench.
The first bite came within an hour of their visit, a lovely 17lb+ Mirror with huge paddles, not fully justified from the photos.
A steady feed of action duly followed as they would-up the session in the afternoon of the second day.
A good offering of bait proves key yet again.
Top rods, well in!
Tight Lines
5th August 2024 - August off to a flyer!
We really have hit the ground running this August as the Carp start to hit the grub hard, Usually, the first week of August is a slow one but this year they've really got their hungry heads on. Swims on both banks are producing the goods but the field side has been just a little more prolific.
Fish continue to be taken at all ranges largely down to the lack of weed.
Best of luck if you're heading out!
Tight Lines
30th July 2024 - Fish being caught but it's not easy!
The reservoir has produced a good number of fish over the last week or so including a couple of our A-Team chunks.
However, the fishing hasn't been easy, some of the lads have managed multiple bites during a quick overnighter whilst have suffered motionless rods despite plenty of fish presence.
A good offering of bait remains the go to tactic but the range at which it has been presented and produced varies massively.
We keep being asked about spawning but unfortunately nothing has changed nor does it look like theirs anything on the cards.
Have they done it on the sly? That remains to be seen but recent captures suggest it's not on the agenda.
Just a quick reminder that we are just under six weeks away from the third annual memorial match in honour of the late Gary Amott. We still have a few places remaining, so please contact Jamie for any further details. Members only.
Congrats to all that have caught recently, it hasn't been easy but the effort is certainly paying off.
Please be aware that over the next week or so we will be carrying out some maintenance in swims along both banks cutting back over hanging trees. We therefore apologise in advance about the noise and any inconvenience caused.
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
17th July 2024 - They want food!
With still no obvious signs of spawning, we've seen a few more of the lads return to the shores over the last week and many haven't been left dissappointed.
A decent spread of bait has produced multiple captures whether it be a quick overnighter or a lengthy stay. Captures are being made from all for corners of the res', it just boils down to that right presentation!
Due to the lack of weed growth this year, anglers have been able to offer a bait much closer in and from around 5 wraps, it's been really successful.
This 33lb Mirror was taken in the early hours of Friday morning. Said member has done nearly twenty fish in the last three weeks. Great angling!
Tight Lines
3rd July 2024 - No sign of spawning, back to the fishing!
As you may have already guessed from the lack of updates, spawning failed to materialise late last week and over the weekend. Instead, some of the Carp have reverted back to feeding but the 'big girls' are playing a little harder to get. What few fish have been caught, have mainly been our younger stock with some carrying minor spawning injuries which were treated.
We are still expecting spawning to happen over the coming weeks with many waters across the UK in the same boat and now just comes down to what happens with the weather. Hopefully sooner rather than later.
Water temperature and Oxygen tests were carried out along both banks this week with the results showing the temperature on the field side averaging a degree higher than on the wood side which was 18.5C. Oxygen saturation showed a similar pattern, with the field side averaging 10.5mg/l compared to 9.6mg/l along the wood side.
In comparison to 2023's summer data, it's clear to see that the lack of weed growth this year makes the difference.
Tight Lines
26th June 2024 - Spawning Update!
As of Wednesday morning there are no signs of spawning activity whatsoever and most of the Carp have now moved-off from the shallow regions of the field side. We are asking that members still fish the field side with caution and there are currently no closures in place.
Many Thanks
22nd June 2024 - Young stock spawning!
On Saturday morning a small number of fish had a brief spell of spawning in 'Summers Bay'. This subsided after a few hours before starting again in 'Weedy Bay' that evening. There are currently no closures in place as there is absolutely nothing happening but there remains a good number of fish in the area. We will continue to monitor the situation very closely. As for now, the field side remains open but please fish with caution.
In the run-up to this morning’s shenanigans, the Carp have been feeding really well. This last week has seen around twenty fish landed to very few anglers with the largest falling just shy of 33lb. One member also banked nine during his 48-hour stint.
We’ve also seen another homegrown stocky male an appearance. Introduced at 4lb, 18 months on and it’s now 10lb bigger!
Great angling lads!
Final note - Can all members please be reminded that no fishing is to be undertaken from the ‘Spit’, especially now so with spawning upon us. The area is very popular with recovering and resting fish and do not want baits being thrown at them.
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
17th June 2024 - Back on the grub!
With last week's weather falling well short of what was orginally forecast, we are yet to see any further attempts at spawning. In the meantime, the Carp decided to turn their interests back towards food. Come Sunday we had seen fish to just shy of 33lb landed and good number of quality Tench. Here are just a few of those captures, well in gents!
Cattle Grazing - The cows are now grazing the field that allows vehicle access to 'Gate 1' so please ensure all gates are closed fully and chained after use. It would be best to drop your vehicles in behind a gate along said bank otherwise you may end up with a few dirty panels and a lack of wing mirrors.
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
7th June 2024 - Field side access now open!
The field side is now open to all vehicles. We asking to use the route to 'Gate 2/Jungle Point' with caution as there is still a few vulnerable spots. Please do NOT abuse these privleges, bans will be issued for doing so.
Spawning - A few small Carp had their first attempt at spawning in the early hours of Thursday morning in 'Weedy Bay'. The shenanigans were all over within a couple of hours but it does show that they are close.
Please fish the field side with caution and be aware that closures will be imposed immediately if the begin. It now all depends on how the weather plays out.
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
4th June 2024 - Have they spawned?
The fishing has been a little hit and miss since the bank holiday but the lads are persevering and being rewarded well for their efforts. Larger beds of bait has been the most effective approach and produced fish to just under 36lb.
A few relics amongst them, Great angling all round.
They’re not everyone’s cup of tea but some huge Tench and roach have also been caught. Tench to 9lb and Roach to just over 3lb.
Field side - Vehicle access along the western shore remains closed for the next couple of days at least as some areas still aren’t quite ready to carry traffic following more rain on Tuesday. This will be reviewed later this week.
Spawning - despite rumours, there has been no evidence of spawning Carp on the reservoir. First and foremost, the reservoir has not reached the triggering threshold but it isn’t far off. Four or five days of brighter and warmer weather would likely change that. We’ll have to see how the conditions play out over the coming week as higher temps are forecast.
Tight Lines
30th May 2024 - Another gem hits 30!
This man’s been catching some corkers as of late but one of his most recent really tops the lot. ‘The pretty one’ aka ‘Dave’ went over the magical 30lb mark earlier this week in the pouring rain.
Huge congrats on the capture and great photos despite the conditions.
Tight Lines
24th May 2024 - Field side closed for vehicles!
Unfortunately, due to Wednesday's severe rain we are having to close access off for vehicles along the field side bank for the next few days. The land is currently in worse condition than it was yesterday morning following the rain. We will continue to review the situation and inform you all of any changes as soon as they occur.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
22nd May 2024 - Action eases up!
The bites have slowed down a little considering the number of fish that was being caught a week ago from the wood side in particular. However, the lads are still nicking a fish or two with a fair few being stalked during short visits.
The Carp are being seen all over the reservoir but aren't willing to feed in everywhere despite holding up in certain areas. Deep water remains a popular area.
There has been NO signs of spawning whatsoever and it now looks unlikely to even be considered for another few weeks unless the sun does something spectacular.
The weather continues to
frustrate with waves of heavy rain every few days which is causing issues with the land and vehicle access. The latest dumping has left large amounts of surface water which we hope will get away in good time but whilst present, could make a real mess of access routes if abused. As it stands, the field side remains open but is to be used with caution and NO large vehicles.
Here's a couple from some successful evening stalking sessions. Nicely done mate.
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
12th May 2024 - Bites after hours!
The hours of darkness is where all the action’s at currently. The week leading up to the bank holiday weekend proved somewhat ‘stale’, however, a dumping of bait from all four corners over the three day weekend dragged them out of hiding.
Deep water continues to dominate but both banks are producing.
Spawning - We’ve been asked whether they’ve started spawning this week following reports of ‘shenanigans’ on surrounding waters and the answer is… no they haven’t.
The reservoir has only just come out of its winter slump never-mind thinking about making more scaly babies.
We’ll obviously be monitoring the situation closely and inform you all when they start.
Last year we had a freak few hours on the 16th May when some young male fish got a little excited. It wasn’t until early June that they then began properly.
Field Side - We are pleased to announce that vehicle access along the field side bank is now OPEN but to be used with caution.
We are asking for large vehicles I.e vans to refrain from using access to ‘Gate 2’ and ‘Jungle’ for the time being as this is the weakest stretch.
A reminder that vehicles are NOT to be reversed into swims or along banks! You should NOT be driving to a swim to take a look around or visiting fellow members. Authorised visitor’s also should NOT drive to the location that you are fishing and should park in the hard standing car park only.
Please also be reminded that there is a farmyard curfew and that no vehicles should pass through between 7pm & 6am.
Finally, NO fishing directly from vehicles. You’re under a brolly, bivvy or the stars. Wanna sleep in your car or van, go to a camp site.
Great angling, gents!
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
1st May 2024 - Weather still causing havoc!
Action - The lads have continued to winkle out a few fish over the last week or so with the dam end proving most fruitful. However, sightings have been few and far between in recent days with reports of not so much as roach breaking the surface. There have been no signs of basking fish in welcomed sunshine whether it be the dam wall or the shallows. Playing the great game of hide and seek!
The reservoir has regained a good colour following Sunday's rain but levels currently sit just above normal.
Field Side - Unfortunately, due to the monsoon that fell during Sunday, the field side will have to remain closed for vehicle access. Had we not had such a dumping, it wouldn't have been far off from reopening this week especially with the current forecast.
Also, the wood side is suffering from running surface water on the track between pegs 1 & 3 so please be cautious under foot.
Memorial match - Just a quick reminder to those of you with their name down for the match, a minimum £10 deposit is now due to secure your place. If not received within the next 14 days your allocation will be made vacant. Bank transfer or Paypal is the easiest and prefferred method of payment but cash is fine providing it is handed over direct. Please contact Jamie to arrange payment.
Nine places are still available for any of our current members who are interested in taking part.
Here's three of the most recent bites. The first couple were part of a trio taken during a quick overnighter just this weekend. Deep water producing again! Congrats.
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
24th April 2024 - 'Annie' at top weight!
The milder temperatures really have made a difference over the last few days with plenty of fish activity to report as this member bagged himself five crackers during a quick overnight session at the weekend. The largest was a well-known mirror that they call 'Angry Annie' who swung the dials round to 35lb exactly, her best weight to date! Nicely done pal.
The field side remains closed for vehicles. We will continue to assess the situation daily.
Tight Lines
17th April 2024 - Fish feeding and drying up!
The reservoir continues to fish well with a few of our originals making an appearance to nearly 36lb.
The colour is finally starting to drop and the banks are drying out nicely.
Unfortunately, the field side is not yet ready to be opened up for vehicles. However, IF (big if) the coming week’s forecast is to be believed we should see a vast improvement.
Can all members please ensure you have a valid/renewed your rod license with the new ones coming into effect earlier this month. The E.A will be doing their rounds.
Please also give yourself a reminder of the rules for the upcoming campaign. There are no excuses!
http://www.greasley-estate.com/Docs/greasleyrules2022-23.pdf
Now, here’s a couple of real relics for you… and some decent looking Carp as well.
Great angling chaps!
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
4th April 2024 - An egg...citing Easter!
We're pleased to report a good number of captures from the Bank Holiday weekend as returns just fell short of double figures in the first 24 hours.
Although the deeper water proved most popular, the Carp appeared to be well spread out with the 'Shallows' also producing several fish to mid-doubles.
This young man took a super brace whilst out with his old man over Easter. Both fish have done more than 6lb+ in less 12 months! One's a homegrown stocky and the other's a VS Special.
There's no stopping this kid, a massive well done!
Tight Lines
28th March 2024 - Bites starting to flow!
Despite the weather turning a little sour again over the last fortnight, the lads are still getting stuck in to the new campaign which has resulted in a small number of captures to 20lb.
The Carp appear to be well on the move with fish showing almost everywhere on the reservoir but a lot have been at range.
Due to the shocking weather, there will unfortunately be no vehicle access along the field side for the Easter weekend. We are a few weeks away from even considering opening it up that's for sure!
The banks are still very wet in places but you can quickly see vast improvement on the drier and brighter days. Hopefully it won't be too much longer.
Colour remains heavy but levels sit just a couple of inches above normal. Lots of attraction in hook baits and freebies have been key to the recent success. The biggies are certain to be lurking.
All the best to those heading out for the bank holiday weekend, you've got to be in it to win it as they say!
Disinfectant baths are in place so please ensure you use them upon arrival.
Here's a lovely scaly VS stocky and a revamped 'Peg 1'.
Many Thanks and Tight Lines
8th March 2024 - Feeling springy?
It's been great to see a few more faces down on the shores this last week or so. This week's weather really has got the bug biting for most and have even seen a couple wetting a net with some Tench! The Carp have been fairly active along with the other species but sightings have mostly been at range and well spread out.
We're still carrying a fair bit of colour but levels have been settled for almost a week now and thankfully, there isn't too much rain in the forecast for the coming week. The ground has started to improve but it will take some time having not even recovered properly from last October's flooding.
Tight Lines
22nd February 2024 - Still wet but they're active!
We've seen a fair amount of activity on the reservoir over the past couple of weeks especially along the field side bank. The mild conditions for the time of year have been very welcome, however, the reoccurring unsettled weather fronts continue to keep us grounded and reminding us that we are in fact still in February! March is on the horizon though and all we need is a good week of dry conditions and we'll start seeing the key changes.
Memorial match - This year's memorial match dates have now been confirmed and will again go ahead in September. For any members that are interested in taking part, we are now taking names and as it stands we have NINE places to fill. A deposit of £10 will be required before the 1st of May to secure your place. Full entry fee is £20. It will kick off on Friday the 6th at 15.00 and end at 10.00 Sunday 8th.
Please drop Jamie a message to get involved.
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
9th February 2024 - Back to square one!
Despite only being in early February, the land and banks were just starting to dry out nicely before the dumping of snow and rain over the last 36 hours clattered us straight back to square one! The reservoir currently sits nearly eight inches above normal with some swims partially submerged.
I know a few of the lads are getting eager to kick start their campaigns but please be cautious under foot if visiting this weekend.
Hopefully this will be the last of the winter flooding and we can finally turn a 'drier' corner from this point on.
No sightings to report so far this month.
Tight Lines
5th February 2024 - Road now open!
We are pleased to say the road works have now come to an end and has now fully reopened. Access is back to normal from all directions.
Many Thanks
30th January 2024 - Road closures!
Could all members please be aware that there are currently closures in place along the B600 restricting access to the fishery.
Those of you who travel from Junction 27/Underwood, you will need to follow the signed diversion route in order to get to the wood side car park. You can use the normal route if wanting to access the field side. For those travelling from the Eastwood end, this also applies but vice versa.
No vehicles of any kind are currently able to drive across the Dam Wall as they continue ground work. This is due to end by Friday the 2nd of February but that still remains to be seen. We'll inform you all once there are any changes.
There's not much to report on the fishing front I'm afraid apart from we now completely ice free. Levels have again been up & down this week following further downpours. The high winds have also contributed to the heavy colour the reservoir is carrying. Some unseasonably mild temperatures are expected over the next few days so it would be nice to see activity at the height we saw it last February. A bite or two would be a bonus!
Tight Lines
19th January 2024 - There's a lid!
Not a lot happening on the fishery at present but we are pleased to say the levels have finally stabled up thanks to some settled weather. This week, temperatures took a tumble to as low as -8 leaving the reservoir with a pretty firm lid. It remains frozen but storms are again on the horizon for the coming weekend so it should be back 'wobbling' within a couple of days.
This time last year we had already seen catch returns hit double figures yet so far in 2024 barely anyone has been able to wet a line.
The countdown to spring begins!
Tight Lines
3rd January 2024 - Happy New Year!
Happy new Year & welcome along to the 2024 newsfeed!
Here you will find all the latest happenings throughout the season. Be sure to keep an eye on our social media pages too for round the clock updates.
Conditions haven't exactly been great to start the year, however, some brief spells of activity have been recorded over the last week. Most notably, Carp were present in the 'Shallows' and 'Teabag' in particular on and after boxing day.
Levels are approximately eight inches above normal following the latest storm. To say the ground is saturated is an understatement although drier but colder weather is expected come the weekend.
In the meantime, can all members please have a quick read and reminder of the fishery rules for the upcoming season. 2024-2025.
See you all soon!
Many Thanks & Tight Lines
 
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