Golf Course Lakes

General Description

Nestled in the heart of the Colne Valley, the Golf Course Lakes are one of its best-kept secrets.
Set in a conservation area steeped in history, members have a choice of two lakes of varying difficulty.
Both are surrounded by idyllic, peaceful scenery and a wide variety of wildlife.

Booking System

⚠️ The Golf Course Lakes operate on a strict booking system.

All members are required to book by texting 07939 507009 stating:

• Your name
• Car registration
• Lake (North or South)
• Duration of visit

This applies whether you are fishing or just walking round.
Any member failing to book before entering the site will be asked to leave and reported to the committee.

The South Lake

Approximately 3.5 acres in size, this beautiful lake contains around 125 second-generation Leney carp,
averaging 17–22lb, with a handful even larger. With their weight gain since stocking, we predict a
large head of 30lb carp within the next few years.

The South Lake also holds a good head of tench, plus pike, eels, and perch.
Multiple captures of specimen-size tench are not uncommon during the warmer months.

The North Lake

At around 4.5 acres, the North Lake is a throwback to a bygone era: low-stock, gin-clear water,
full of natural food, making this a challenging but rewarding venue.

There is an estimated stock of around 35 classic old English carp, with plans to increase this to 50 over the next few seasons.
Pike provide good winter sport, and while a few specimen-size tench remain, they are even more elusive than the carp.

⚠️ Note: There is a large piece of sunken machinery at the bird hide end.
A plastic duck marks its position — do not cast past this duck.

Known Species

• Carp
• Eel
• Pike
• Perch
• Tench

Size

• North Lake: 6 acres
• South Lake: 4 acres

Depth

• North Lake: 4–12 ft
• South Lake: 4–8 ft

Swims/Features

• North Lake: 12 swims
• South Lake: 10 swims
• Reeds, snags, islands, and lilies

Parking & Access

Turn off Harvil Road into the skip/gravel works. Keep right and follow the track alongside the train tracks.
Continue past the concrete/aggregate works, then bear left at the Fishery sign until you reach the green gates.
Nearest postcode: UB10 8AW.

Once through the gate, there are two car parks on the left side of the track:

• One at the top end of the North Lake
• One at the bottom end of the North Lake (closer to South Lake)

Please park at a 45-degree angle to maximise available space.

Golf Course Specific Rules

⚠️ All members must book before entering the site ⚠️

1. Booking: All members must book on before entering the site.
2. Parking: Park sensibly to allow the maximum number of cars.
3. Biosecurity: Nets, mats, and weigh slings must be fully dried if you have come from another water.
4. Fishing Times:
   • South Lake: dawn to dusk
   • North Lake: 7am to 7pm
5. Courtesy: Consider other anglers when walking around or casting.
6. Rod Limits:
   • South Lake: 2 rods (1st April – 31st October)
   • South Lake: 3 rods (1st November – 31st March)
   • North Lake: 3 rods all year round
7. Conservation: Members must not cut reeds or tree branches.
8. Lost Tackle: All lost tackle must be reported to a member of the Bailiff team.