| Only the large unhooking mats provided are to be used | |
| No particle baits except fully-cooked sweetcorn, maize and hemp in small quantities. This must not be prepared in the cottage. | |
| STRICTLY no nuts of any description in the interest of fish welfare | |
| Maximum of three rods only. An extra rod can only be used with permission of the bailiff/owner | |
| STRICTLY no sacking of carps or cats allowed. No retention of large catfish by way of stingers. Return carp and cats to the water as quickly as possible, supporting them in the water until they swim away. | |
| No bent hook rigs. Barbless hooks only. | |
| No permanently fixed lead rigs are to be used | |
| No double hook/treble hook rigs for cats allowed | |
| Landing nets must be of at least 42 inches in size | |
| Baited rods should not be left unattended, although being in the next swim is acceptable | |
| 15 lb minimum main line strength for specimen fishermen | |
| No muddy boots in the cottage. Please leave these in the front porch | |
| The cottage must be cleaned prior to departure. Refundable deposit will be retained if this rule is not adhered to | |
| No storage of fishing tackle or bait in the cottage. Please use the storage facilities which are provided via the garage or fisherman's shed | |
| Please park next to the garage and do not drive beyond the 'No Vehicle' sign | |
| The main five bar gate is to be kept locked at all times, whether on or off the property, and no unauthorised visitors are allowed | |
| No fires | |
| Bait boats are welcome | |
| No live-baits to be brought in from outside the property. These are easily caught on site | |
| STRICTLY no litter left lying around the grounds for the safety of the wildlife. Please use the bins provided and keep glass bottles in the separate marked bin | |