SUTTON BINGHAM RESERVOIR COARSE FISHING

* Members wishing to coarse fish SB must book The activity on the our website like you would book a guest ticket or make a match booking when you do this you will see a discount code, you must then book
through the Wessex water website in the normal way using the discount code to receive your free days fishing

* There are limited pegs per day at the reservoir it will be on a first come first basis, 

* Fishing is unlimited but you must book  your day ticket in advance

* You must check into the lodge before you fish and produce your photo ID license to the ranger

* Failure to produce your photo ID license will result in you not being able to fish unless you purchase a WW day ticket

* The reservoir closes on 20th December but will reopen again in July 2025 and YSAA members can continue to coarse fish for free in 2025

Sutton Bingham Lodge

1 Abbots Mill

Yeovil

BA22 9QL

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1. All anglers must adhere to these rules, the code of conduct and safety instructions provided.
2. Anyone under the age of 18 must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
3. Bookings can be placed online up to 14 days in advance. A permit, including signed declaration, must be completed on arrival at the reservoir before fishing.
4. Bookings are non-transferable.
5. All anglers are responsible for ensuring they have a valid Environment Agency Rod licence valid for the discipline of fishing and for complying with any relevant laws and regulations.
6. Noise must be kept to a minimum at all times.
7. Do not drop litter or leave any rubbish, fishing equipment or discarded line around the reservoir.
8. All visitors must use the toilet facilities provided at the lodge. Defecating or urinating in or around the reservoir will not be tolerated.
9. Dogs or other animals are not allowed on site.
10. All anglers must use the car park provided at the Fishing Lodge or as directed by Rangers.
11. All visitors must wait until the Ranger arrives in the morning before gaining access to the site.
12. Anglers must dip their nets, tackle, and weigh slings in the tank of disinfectant outside the lodge before and after fishing.
13. Anglers must fish from the swim that was booked unless otherwise agreed with a Ranger.
14. Anglers must only fish at marked swims.
15. Sutton Bingham is a day ticket water. You must be ready to leave on time, the closing time is displayed on the notice board in the lodge.
16. Anglers should make every effort to return all fish to the water unharmed. Removing any fish from the premises without written authority will be regarded as theft and may lead to prosecution.
17. Adequate fishing equipment must be used to ensure the fish are not damaged. Anglers should use un-hooking mats and return fish to the water promptly.
18. Carp sacks are not allowed.
19. Keepnets are only allowed when fishing organised matches.
20. Anglers must not leave a rod with a baited hook in the water unattended. A maximum of two rods per angler is allowed. Rods should be kept close together and not spread out along the bank.
21. Pre–baiting and live baiting is not allowed.
22. No casting around moored boats, air line, draw off tower or other hazards.
23. Anglers are to ensure that their lines do not cause a hazard or obstacle to other users. This includes sailing boats, kayaks, fishing boats and motor boats. We strongly recommend your line is at least 1m below the surface of the water at all times. Boats may come within 3m of the bank and have an existing right to be there.
24. Bait to be stored in sealed containers and not left on the bank.
25. All rubbish to be removed and taken home, swims to be left tidy.
26. Low oil baits only.
27. Only micro barbed or barbless hooks are allowed.