18/09/2026
Hello Each,
WEATHER:
Looking at the temperatures over the next week during the day - 24° to 19° and 13° to 9° at night. Remember, forecasts change frequently. Always check the local weather outlook before any planned fishing sessions so you are well prepared. In any hot weather make sure you have plenty of fluids, shade and sun screen. Important Make sure you have a bucket of lake water to wet the surface of your unhooking gear to protect Our fish.
WEATHER OUTLOOK:
Saturday, cloudy, 22°/13°, Sunday, sunny intervals, 19°/9°, Monday, sunny intervals, 22°/13°, Tuesday, cloudy, 24°/13°, Wednesday, sunny, 23°/12°, Thursday, sunny intervals, 22°/10°, Friday, sunny, 23°/11°, Saturday, sunny, 22°/11°, Sunday, sunny, 22°/11°.
COMPLEX:
*Castles Lake: Work begins clearing the margins around the lake.
*General Maintenance continues including clipping and strimming around the site
WATER TAPS:
Please DO NOT use the water taps that are situated near the dip tanks as it’s not safe to drink. Please only use the taps that are at the bungalow (front) or toilet block (side) as these are off the mains supply and is safe to drink, Signs have been put up near all taps letting members know if it is safe or not to drink.
CRAY FISH TRAPS:
Please DO NOT remove Cray Fish Traps from the Lakes and River they are there to protect Our banks from being mined by the Cray Fish causing banks to collapse. If you find a trap is causing you a problem or you are snagged on a Trap contact a member of Our Fishery Management Team or Bailiff Team.
CHECK - CLEAN - DRY:
Wherever you decide to fish, especially on Our Complex, make sure you Dip all Nets, Buckets, Slings, Mats and Cradles before you fish and again if you change Lakes before you fish and always make sure you carry with you and use, Hand Sanitizer to protect yourself.
MATCH NEWS:
*Sunday 26th September - River Thames, Thames Windsor, Mike Cole Thames Cup.
*Tuesday 29th September - Castles Lake
This is the replacement date for tge 15th.
Because of this change we need to get sufficient anglers to help coach the children as also helpers with the catering and other functions. Can you therefore let me know ASAP whether you can assist on the 29th September 2026 , and also should we have to cancel the event due to extreme weather conditions if you would be available on the 6th October 2026.The event will take the usual format ie;
Set up from 0800
Breakfast from 0900
Fishing from 1000 until 1230
Lunch 1230 to 1315.
Extra fishing from 1300 to 1345 for those children who would like too
1400 Presentation of medals and certificates
1430 end of event
Kind regards
Geoff Culling ham and Peter Lawrence - Organisers
If you can help please let Dan know - mobile: 07779101760
NOTE:
YOU don't have to be a regular match fisher to take part, you can choose one or as many matches as you want to take part in. Who knows you might enjoy the experience and become a regular Match Fisher! Why not give it a try!
WORK PARTIES:
There are jobs to suit all and Your help will make Our Complex even better. So if you can spare any time to help please do. Please Contact Paul Guppy Fishery Management for more details - Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 07793007463
FRONT GATE ACCESS/EXIT:
Please can members refrain from locking two links of the chain to the lock as members coming on to the complex afterwards are have some issue’s opening the lock. (until the chain is shortened).
Also, can members put the number pad facing the outside as this will make it easier and quicker to get on to the complex for other members.
CLUB RULES:
You can see all Our Club Rules on Our Clubmate site. After reading the Rules and you are still not sure ask a member of Our Baliff or Fisheries Management Teams or drop us an email for any clarification needed.
GUEST PERMITS:
A 24/48 Hour Guest Permit must be obtained before entering the society’s fisheries. See Club Rule 6 for full details. Permits can be obtained from the Clubmate App or Online or Harefield Tackle.
Stay Safe, Well, Warm and Dry, Hydrated and Cool🎣 🐟 🎏
