PLEASURE ANGLER: "We were able to night fish until Scunthorpe banned it. After they did this we were getting Europeans fishing at night, poaching, using 100ft lines with hooks and going back after 2 or 3 days to collect their catch. A change in the rules took place Christmas 2010 and we can night fish again. I think they understand the importance of anglers policing the Ancholme."
Parking for anglers
PLEASURE ANGLER: "The competitive anglers are parking on Waters Edge and blocking the road where there is already limited parking."
MATCH ANGLER: "Parking is one of the problems and where there can be conflict with residents. It's why I always move my car to the main road. There are about 30 anglers on match days – more than there are parking spaces. Its important not to be across drives."
MATCH ANGLER: "Parking is one of the problems and where there can be conflict with residents. It's why I always move my car to the main road. There are about 30 anglers on match days – more than there are parking spaces. Its important not to be across drives."
Changes to fish numbers and species types
PLEASURE ANGLER: "The fish stocks in the Ancholme are declining. The water quality is declining. Otters have been introduced in the last 10 years. They are like foxes, indesciminate and will kill but not eat everything. I saw a pike on the bank with a big bite out of it, clearly an otter bite. These otters are semi tame and not like propper wild otters. Otters take many of the larger fish. We also see mink. Also 20-30 cormorants can be seen driving fish up the river. They stop just before the houses as people scare them off. 30 years ago if you saw one cormorant it was rare. It’s a sign that there is no fish at sea and shows the connection between the problems at sea effecting the rivers."
PLEASURE ANGLER: "If you ask the Scunthorpe Anglers Association they will tell you the river is full of fish. They want people to keep coming. If they keep saying it's great, nothing will be done to improve the river."
PLEASURE ANGLER: "The Cake Mill was the best spot in Brigg for angling. Even this has declined. The angling shop will also be talking the river up. Is everyone in denial? I can tell you now the river is not stuffed with fish. Ive lived here all my life and visit the river almost every day. I have experience and know that many fish including Tommy Ruffe, Gudgin and Eels have disappeared."
PLEASURE ANGLER: "If you ask the Scunthorpe Anglers Association they will tell you the river is full of fish. They want people to keep coming. If they keep saying it's great, nothing will be done to improve the river."
PLEASURE ANGLER: "The Cake Mill was the best spot in Brigg for angling. Even this has declined. The angling shop will also be talking the river up. Is everyone in denial? I can tell you now the river is not stuffed with fish. Ive lived here all my life and visit the river almost every day. I have experience and know that many fish including Tommy Ruffe, Gudgin and Eels have disappeared."
Declining water quality
PLEASURE ANGLER: "The river is now classed by the Environment Agency as D class (a drain). It has gone from 9/10 to 0/10 in my opinion. We should improve the river, it is important for anglers, canooists, walkers, people of brigg. The community."
Litter and fly tipping
PLEASURE ANGLER: "I've noticed fly tippers have been leaving things near Fun Forrest. Anglers never leave rubbish. As for trollies, Tesco are pretty good. We let them know if we see trollies in the river and they come and remove them. Fortunately the water isn’t too deep and they can get them out."
MATCH ANGLER: "Anglers often get blamed for rubbish but it's rarely us."
MATCH ANGLER: "After bonfire night the river is really bad for rubbish."
MATCH ANGLER: "Anglers often get blamed for rubbish but it's rarely us."
MATCH ANGLER: "After bonfire night the river is really bad for rubbish."
The closed season
PLEASURE ANGLER: "I've mixed feelings about the closed season. There has been one all my life. It might be a good idea to move the closed season. I have noticed the changes in fish biology with the changes in seasons and climate. As the season ends it is the best time to catch Pike. It should be June-October in my opinion, however, it's best to have a closed season than none at all. Ponds and canals have no closed season yet the fish still breed/spawn etc – is this right?"
MATCH ANGLER: "In my opinion there should be no closed season at all. Fish breed at different times. There is no evidence of anglers doing any harm in rivers where there is no closed season. Closed season just means loss of revenue for tackle/bait shops."
MATCH ANGLER: "In my opinion there should be no closed season at all. Fish breed at different times. There is no evidence of anglers doing any harm in rivers where there is no closed season. Closed season just means loss of revenue for tackle/bait shops."
The rod licence fee
PLEASURE ANGLER: "It's good value for money. It's £28 for the season and you can fish anywhere – its universal (except for trout fishing). I know the money goes to the Environment Agency but I have no idea what they are spending the money on. I think the licence should be free for pensioners. They wouldn’t lose much money. With the licence you are allowed to fish with 2 rods. In the past we would buy 2 licences so that we could fish with 3 rods and were happy to pay for the extra. Now Scunthorpe has banned three rods – they are losing money as a result."
MATCH ANGLER: "I don’t know how the money is spent – when you find out let me know. Rod licences provide no value for money. I would suggest they spend money on improving fish stocks in rivers, prosecuting poachers and polluters – the small fines are not working. There definately needs to be better policing of the river."
MATCH ANGLER: "I don’t know how the money is spent – when you find out let me know. Rod licences provide no value for money. I would suggest they spend money on improving fish stocks in rivers, prosecuting poachers and polluters – the small fines are not working. There definately needs to be better policing of the river."
Dog fouling
PLEASURE ANGLER: "I have been actively campaigning to get more dog bins and for signs. They went and put up a dog bin near the picnic area!"
MATCH ANGLER: "Mess isn’t always cleaned up by owners, it's horrible on the river bank."
MATCH ANGLER: "Dogs off leads are also unsafe and can break expensive poles."
MATCH ANGLER: "Mess isn’t always cleaned up by owners, it's horrible on the river bank."
MATCH ANGLER: "Dogs off leads are also unsafe and can break expensive poles."
Pleasure vs. match anglers
PLEASURE ANGLER: "Pleasure anglers were supposed to have pegs reserved on the old river. Competitions are now taking over. There can be no space at all at weekends. All pegs can be booked up even if they are not all used. They promised the old river would never be used for matches. I can't drive to other locations and am being pushed out by the people who come in for competitions. Even all of the disabled pegs are matched up.
It's all down to money. There was talk that they would give the river up. It is unlikely anyone would take it over. There could still be matches and it would be better for the pleasure anglers."
It's all down to money. There was talk that they would give the river up. It is unlikely anyone would take it over. There could still be matches and it would be better for the pleasure anglers."
Anglers obstructing footpaths
PLEASURE ANGLER: "The competitive anglers take over the public footpaths and put their poles across. Some won't move them when people are walking past, it’s a hazard. They can be arrogant and intimidating. They can place their poles another way and move to the side. It's everybodys river. There are going to be accidents with the poles in the way - who will be responsible?"
MATCH ANGLER: "It's not a public footpath, its known as bankside."
MATCH ANGLER: "It's not a public footpath, its known as bankside."
Which gear?
Unless you are a seasoned professional, choosing the right fishing tackle can be tricky.
Specificic gear is needed to catch certain species and can be incredibly expensive (we're talking from £2,000 for poles alone!).
If you are a pleasure angler on the other hand and are looking for the basic kit you can spend as little as £20 for a starter kit.
A good place to start and to get expert advice in Brigg is Brigg Angling Centre. The staff are very friendly and helpful so will point you in the right direction whatever your needs. They also have a Brigg Angling Centre Facebook page where you can network with other like minded people.
Some anglers are incredibly passionate about their gear. Read Trev talks tackle to find out more about pike angler Trev Jickells.
Specificic gear is needed to catch certain species and can be incredibly expensive (we're talking from £2,000 for poles alone!).
If you are a pleasure angler on the other hand and are looking for the basic kit you can spend as little as £20 for a starter kit.
A good place to start and to get expert advice in Brigg is Brigg Angling Centre. The staff are very friendly and helpful so will point you in the right direction whatever your needs. They also have a Brigg Angling Centre Facebook page where you can network with other like minded people.
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| Brigg Angling Centre, 4 Alexandria Terrace, Brigg, Lincolnshire DN20 8NW Telephone: (01652) 651 650 Email: briggangling@btinternet.com |
Why Brigg?
What makes Brigg so special for fishing? Read what these River Ancholme anglers think.
Name Mike Storey
Name Geoff Winterbottom
Name Trev Jickells
What make Brigg special to you? Contact us and tell us your story.
From Scawby Brook
Type of angler Match
When did you start angling?
When I was 9 years old. I would get the bus to Brigg from Ashby.
Why do you come to the River Ancholme in Brigg?
I first came to Brigg because the river was known to be full of fish. Back then the Sargent Brewery and Springs jam factory would discharge warm water into the river which the fish liked. There aren’t nearly as many fish now but it doesn’t put me off coming.
If you had to choose one peg for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
Number 42 – there are lots of big fish there.
Name Roly Moses
Read more about Mike Storey: Scunthorpe and District Angling Association Rules and regulations
From Bottesford
Type of angler Match
When did you start angling?
I was 9 or 10 years old. My father was a great influence.
Why do you come to the River Ancholme in Brigg?
It is really good fishing in Brigg but it’s also convenient for where I live. I go to the Trent as well.
If you had to choose one peg for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
It would be 45 on the main river. I’ve spent many wonderful hours there and have good memories.
Name Geoff Winterbottom From Scunthorpe
Type of angler Match
When did you start angling?
Since I was 5 years old. It was my granddad who first took me out and I started match fishing when I was 15 or 16.
Why do you come to the River Ancholme in Brigg?
The Ancholme is handy; I don’t know where else I’d go if I didn’t come to the Ancholme. I don’t like lakes; however, the Ancholme is not the river it used to be.
If you had to choose one peg for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
None – they are all as good as each other and every day is different.
Name Wayne Easter
From Grimsby
Type of angler Match
When did you start angling?
I started when I was 8 and then began matches at 18.
Why do you come to the River Ancholme in Brigg?
There’s a variety of species for both competitive and pleasure anglers – there’s something for everyone. It’s also a nice environment.
If you had to choose one peg for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
From Brigg
Type of angler Pleasure (pike)
When did you start angling?
Since I was 4 years old (now 60). My dad would tie me down with a belt and attach it to a stake. I still can’t swim and sometimes use a life belt if near deep water.
Why do you come to the River Ancholme in Brigg?
Because I can walk from my house. I don’t drive so it’s more difficult to go to other rivers.
If you had to choose one peg for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
Around peg 16 or 17 (old river) would be my favourite area for catching pike.
Read more about Trev Jickells: Trev talks tackle
Name Jayd Stanford
From Brigg
From Brigg
Type of angler match
When did you start angling?
When I was 5 years old. My uncle used to take me out.
Why do you come to the River Ancholme in Brigg?
It is where the matches are and it's close to home.
If you had to choose one peg for the rest of your life, which one would it be?
Peg 30 or somewhere around the point though things seem to change every year.
Read more about Jayde Stanford: Brigg Angling Centre - Which gear?
Read more about Jayde Stanford: Brigg Angling Centre - Which gear?
Self confessed tackle tart - Trev Jickells
Since I was 4 years old (I'm now 60). My dad would tie me down with a belt and attach it to a stake. I still can’t swim and sometimes use a life belt if near deep water.
Is it in the family?
Yes my dad, brothers, sister, sons (until they discovered beer and women). I now take my grandson fishing. My wife doesn’t like it – she’s afraid of frogs. I would say 9.5/10 of anglers learn from family and the hobby is passed on.
Where do you angle (has it always been in Brigg)?
Almost always Brigg (I don’t drive) and it's usually the old river. In the past I've visited the Trent and Witham on odd occasions. I take all my gear down to the river in a barrow.
How frequently do you go angling?
As much as possible but it’s a winter hobby.
Do you go rain or shine?
Wind, rain, snow, ice. I have -10°c coats. As long as you’re wrapped up in the right clothes you don’t notice the weather.
Have you been a competitive angler?
Yes and I’ve won prizes. In matches they use roach poles (different to pike anglers). John (Brigg resident) was the first person in the area to get a pole (around 40 years ago), I was the second. They can cost as much as £8,000 now (carbon fibre). The cheaper ones are heavier and difficult to handle (for small folk like me).
What do you think of competitive anglers today?
I have a problem with some competitive anglers and the way they treat pike. Sometimes they will catch and because they don’t count in a match they will throw them over the bank into the field. It's cruel. They don’t think of the pleasure anglers who actively catch pike. Match fishermen have an ego. They shouldn’t degrade other anglers and should respect them despite their age.
Pike anglers are seen as being ‘the dark side’.
What types of fish do you catch?
I specialise in pike (big fish) and am a member of ‘Pike Anglers of Great Britain.’ People have a bad perception of pike because of their teeth but they are actually timid.
The larger fish are females, males are usually up to 10lbs. The females weigh most pre-spawing - but we are of course really careful with them and put them back in good health.
Pike play an important part of the ecosystem. They take sick, diseased or dead fish and they can sense distressed fish too.
What was the size / weight of the biggest fish you have caught so far?
Pike – 29lbs 2oz in the Ancholme (2003). Unlikely I will catch one like that ever again. In one season your aim is to catch one fish over 20lbs. On a normal days fishing I aim to catch one over 10lbs.
I keep a note of fish I catch (size, weight etc) as well as the weather conditions so I can refer back. It’s a personal record and don’t share this info with anyone.
Have you eaten any of the fish you have caught?
Yes, eels. I brought them home and cooked them myself. Eels are rare now and no fish can be killed or taken away from the river these days.
What type of equipment do you use?
Specialist pike catching equipment that only catches pike. We look after the fish and teach youngsters the ‘code of conduct’ – we’re passing on the techniques and tricks e.g. removing hooks without damaging the fish.
I use soft mesh net, barb less hooks and bean mats. I make my own hooks – I know that they will work, they are reliable and better for the fish. I also make my own lures.
The bait is sardines, herring, lamprey, squid (sea fish) – this for big pike. (known as dead bait). Using live bait (small fish from the river) is banned on the Ancholme (Scunthorpe Association rule).
I do have ‘blank’ days where I catch nothing but still have an enjoyable day. I have a passion for the old river and happy even when there's no catch.
I would definitely say I am a ‘tackle tart’. I have matching clothing, bags, hats, trolly and boots.
Are there essential items (in addition to the normal tackle) for a successful angling trip? e.g. good lunch, special clothing, handy gadgets
Wire cutters, recliner chairs, electric buzzers, forceps, long nosed pliers, stove, soup, radio, book, beans, and spaghetti. Warm clothes are essential.
A cook bag (with stove) is essential, as well as a first aid kit and hand sanitizer.
Many people perceive fishing to be boring. What would you say to them? What do you find enjoyable about angling?
Apparently more people go fishing than go to football matches. Almost everyone has been fishing once in their life (just to add, I’ve done some beach casting too).
I enjoy the wildlife, feeding the swans (they come to you and they know they get left over bait at the end) and also friendly robins to feed.
Read more about issues facing the Ancholme today in Under discussion.
Match anglers
Match Day
Date: 13th February 2011
Location: Cake Mill, River Ancholme, Brigg
Date: 13th February 2011
Location: Cake Mill, River Ancholme, Brigg
Weather conditions: Cool and windy, rain early afternoon
Peg: 15
Competitor name: Wayne Easter
Age: 39
Angling history: Started age 8, began matches at 18
Timetable
08.00 am – pegs drawn
08.30 am – setting up
10.30 am – start of match
12.15 pm – first fish caught
15.30 pm – end of match [several Perch and Skimmer Breem caught]
15.45 pm – weighing in
About Wayne Easter
Wayne Easter is from the town of Grimsby, a seaport 20 miles east of Brigg, famous for its fisheries.
“In the school holidays [when I was a child] I went sea fishing and to local angling spots with my mates,” explains Wayne.
“I’ve done lots of sports in my life but this is the only thing I keep coming back to. I don’t know why I like it, I just do.”
Wayne has been competing regularly for the last five years and is a member of Carr Lane Angling Club.
“On a scale of one to 10 for competitiveness I would say that I am about an 8.”
Setting up
Setting up for a match is not only about getting ready all of the equipment; it’s also about assessing the river conditions adjacent to a particular peg.
“There are different habitats under the river,” explains Wayne and, “the time of the year and the weather are also contributory factors that make species vary.”
According to Wayne bigger bait means bigger fish and if you bring some of everything [bait] then you are prepared for every eventually regardless of the peg and weather conditions.
Match days
Matches in Brigg run every weekend and every Wednesday between October and March.
Participation is not only about cash prizes for victorious anglers [usually up to £60], “it is very friendly and you chat to people on either sides,” explains Wayne, “and when somebody catches word gets down the bank.”
Unlike pleasure angling, there is no time to read a book or listen to music and great concentration is required.
“It’s surprising how fast time goes when you’re catching,” says Wayne, “there is rarely chance for lunch or event a toilet break!”
Only twice during his competitive career Wayne has left a match early when he wasn’t catching and adds that as well as being skilled it’s about being in the right place at the right time.
Matches generally take place during the winter and anglers brave snow and ice for their sport. “Fish are in need of food especially during bad weather conditions so these are often good for us. People have been feeding bread to the ducks and the fish inevitably get some of this, therefore we can often use bread as bait,” he says.
Cold conditions mean anglers must wear specialist clothing to stay warm. Wayne’s Garbolino all in one suit [made of 100% Goretex] set him back a cool £580 (worn with seemingly regular wellies).
Today’s match
Today is the third day of successive competitions for Wayne and he suggests a lazy day is ahead.
“We’re aiming for 5-8lbs today of mostly perch and tench - and I’m looking for big fish [size over quantity],” says Wayne.
Wayne starts with a 16m (45ft) pole and Dendrobaena worms as bait. He later tries maggots of varying colour to encourage other species of fish.
“Poles can break easily. They cost about £2,000 and if part of the pole or other equipment falls in the river then a local guy diver will go in to get it for us. It’s relatively cheap compared to the cost of losing the equipment,” explains Wayne.
After a very slow start he says, “When the going is hard like this anyone can win.”
He suggests that peg 15 isn’t a particularly good peg but, “anglers are not generally superstitious about peg number but there can be negative vibes if there is a peg that is never good or never wins or you’ve had several particularly bad days there - for example 13 is considered to be a bad one.”
All fish caught through the day are placed into a keep net until the end of match time. While they are in the net the fish won’t take any food (and thus put on weight!).
“We are really careful with the fish we catch. It’s possible that we catch the same fish twice [especially if pond fishing], if they have any damage of if there is some other identifying mark,” says Wayne.
Anglers are netizens
Wayne keeps abreast of angling news by reading publications such as Matching Fishing and Angling Times which have articles about issues, prosecutions, tips and matches.
Although anglers tend to be slightly older males they are definitely web savvy and frequent angling forums and use EBay to get big discounts on tackle.
Read more about the River Ancholme, issues facing anglers in Under discussion, Why Brigg? and whether to Eat or throw back.
What fish?
Fish found in the River Ancholme include but are not limited to the following species;
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| Roach |
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| Tench |
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| Pike |
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| Bream |
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| Perch |
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| Carp |
Under discussion
Your views on all things River Ancholme and angling related. To add a discussion topic to the forum contact us.
To eat or not to eat
There is mixed feeling among Brigg anglers when it comes to eating the fish they catch. Some have tasted river fish while others are disgusted by it.
There is also confusion over the taking fish home rules. One angler we spoke to believed that no fish could be taken away from the river while another said that you are allowed to take one fish home.
So what are the rules?
According to the Environment Agency fisheries bylaws for the North East:
Freshwater fish removal byelaw
On rivers you may not take any coarse fish, smelt, shad or eels except that you may take:-
- Pike – one fish per day of less than 65cm
- Grayling – two fish per day of between 30 and 38cm
- Barbel, chub, common bream, common carp, crucian carp, dace, perch, pike, roach, rudd, silver bream, smelt or tench (including any hybrids of these species) – up to 15 fish per day of less than 20cm
- On stillwaters and canals you may only take freshwater fish with the written permission of the fishery owner or occupier. (NB canals are defined as those canals where the coarse fish close season has been removed).
Coarse fish close season
It is unlawful to fish for coarse fish from 15 March to 15 June inclusive on any river, stream, drain or waterway (other than canals).
Under discussion
In some European countries the rules are very different and there are no restrictions on taking home river fish for eating.
It is alleged that there have been some cases of poaching on the River Ancholme in Brigg. Share your views on this topic - Under discussion.
What tastes good?
Brigg angler Wayne Easter has tried Pike and said, “it was very nicely poached and tasted a bit like cod,” however, “I only had one fork as it’s a bit strange eating the fish you catch [though I don’t mind eating sea fish].”
Eels are now rare in the Ancholme and you cannot remove them, but in the past they were a favourite for Trev Jickells, “I brought them home and cooked them myself!”
Celebrity chef’s such as Gordon Ramsay and Heston Blumenthal are also big fans of river fish and serve up carp in their London restaurants.
Your recipes
Carp in Jelly
Asia Salapa, Poland: My mum's recipe for a carp in jelly. This is something she usually prepares as one of the Christmas Eve dinner dishes.
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| Polish baked stuffed Carp |
Instructions:
1. Scale, gut and wash the fish.
2. Remove the head, tail and fins (but don’t throw them out!).
3. Cut the fish into steaks.
4. Pour water over the fish head and tail and bring to a boil.
5. Add salt, culinary roots and spices and cook for about an hour.
6. Take the head and tail out of the pot and put in the steaks instead. Cook them for half an hour and take out of the pot afterwards.
7. Put the head, tail and steaks together in a fish shape and pour jelly over it.8. Let the jelly settle and adorn with lemon slices and parsley
Jelly instructions:
1. Strain the fish broth.
2. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Add garlic and melted gelatine.
The River Ancholme
The River Ancholme stretches from its source at Bishop Bridge in the south to South Ferriby in the north where it enters the Humber Estuary. It is approximately 33km in length.
In the town of Brigg the river splits into two; the ‘Old River Ancholme’ and the man-made ‘New River Ancholme’ (the straight channel). The two rivers create an ‘island’ in the centre of Brigg known as ‘Island Carr’.
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| Dredging the River Ancholme in Brigg |
The waterway is managed by the Environment Agency who have recently been removing silt from the river as part of a flood reduction strategy.
The typical river level range for Brigg is between 0.48 metres and 2.88 metres (Environment Agency).
Farming communities were first established in the Ancholme Valley around 4000BC and the area has a long and rich heritage.
There are seven listed bridges along the River Ancholme including the one at Hibaldstow built in 1889.
Today the river is used mainly for recreation. Boaters, kayakers, canooists, rowers and barges can all be seen cruising down the river.
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| Hibaldstow Bridge |
There are also some excellent spots for angling, walking and horse riding along the banks.
North Lincolnshire Council has produced some excellent leaflets about the Ancholme Valley including 'The History of the Ancholme Valley', 'The Drainage & Bridging of the Ancholme Valley', and also a set of Ancholme Valley walks.
These packs of leaflets can be purchased from Brigg Tourist Information Centre.
Brigg is a small market town with a population of approximately 5,000. Visitors to the town can enjoy browsing the street market (which takes place every Thursday), boutiques, jewellers, cafes and restaurants, craft shops and traditional pubs. It is within easy access of the towns of Scunthorpe and Grimsby and a good place from which to explore the surrounding countryside.
Read more about River Ancholme wildlife and find our What Fish? live in the river.
Seasons end
Monday 14th March 2011 marks the end of the River Ancholme angling season.
So what to do anglers do over the summer?
Some anglers will put away their tackle in favour of non-angling related activities. Catching up with friends (and family!), tending to the garden, family BBQs, holidays and indulging in other hobbies and sports.
While others go in search of alternative angling options. Despite the closed season there are ponds, lakes and canals that are open to anglers all year round.
Recommended local ponds and canals:
- Smithys Pond - Island Carr, Brigg
- Yaddlethorpe Ponds - near Scunthorpe
- Flixborough Pond - near Scunthorpe
- Marshlands Fishery - Barton
- Keadby Canal (Scunthorpe and District Angling Association have sole rights from Mauds Bridge to Keadby)
The river will open up again in June but most angling activity and matches will resume late autumn (October or November) along the Ancholme.
Dates for the 2011-2012 season will be published soon, check back for details.
What do you think about the closed season? Join our debate in Under discussion.
Rules and regulations
What do I need to fish the River Ancholme?
1. You need a valid Environment Agency Rod Licence if you are aged 12 or over. A full season licence costs £27. These can be purchased online or from your local post office.
• For more details visit the Environment Agency website.
2. You need a Scunthorpe book. The cost for the 2010/11 season is £17 (£3.50 day ticket) and can be purchased from Brigg Angling Centre or at the riverside.
• For more information visit the Scunthorpe and District Angling Association website or telephone club secretary Mike Storey 0771 774 85 23.
What other rules and guidelines do I need to follow?
See the Environment Agency website for byelaws and golden rules which apply nationally.
River Ancholme (Brigg) rules include;
• There is a total ban on the use of ‘livebait’
• Anglers must use barbless hooks only
• A maximum of two rods per angler
A closed season is enforced between March and October.
How are these rules and regulations enforced locally?
Scunthorpe and District Angling Association employ a baliff to monitor the river between South Ferriby and Hibaldstow. For more information read the interview with Fisheries Manager Melvin Marshall.
To read about anglers thoughts on the closed season, value for money of the rod licence and other debates see Under discussion.
Information correct 11/4/11 check web links for the most up to date information.
1. You need a valid Environment Agency Rod Licence if you are aged 12 or over. A full season licence costs £27. These can be purchased online or from your local post office.
• For more details visit the Environment Agency website.
2. You need a Scunthorpe book. The cost for the 2010/11 season is £17 (£3.50 day ticket) and can be purchased from Brigg Angling Centre or at the riverside.
• For more information visit the Scunthorpe and District Angling Association website or telephone club secretary Mike Storey 0771 774 85 23.
What other rules and guidelines do I need to follow?
See the Environment Agency website for byelaws and golden rules which apply nationally.
River Ancholme (Brigg) rules include;
• There is a total ban on the use of ‘livebait’
• Anglers must use barbless hooks only
• A maximum of two rods per angler
A closed season is enforced between March and October.
How are these rules and regulations enforced locally?
Scunthorpe and District Angling Association employ a baliff to monitor the river between South Ferriby and Hibaldstow. For more information read the interview with Fisheries Manager Melvin Marshall.
To read about anglers thoughts on the closed season, value for money of the rod licence and other debates see Under discussion.
Information correct 11/4/11 check web links for the most up to date information.
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