Fishing

Latchygors lake is approximately 1.5 acres in size with a depth of 3 to 15 feet and is a haven of tranquility. It is stocked with brown trout up to about 5lbs in weight. The lake is spring fed and the trout are good fighting stock. All fishing techniques and baits work well. Fly fishing is preferred.

The lake has easy access and disabled anglers can take vehicles to the water's edge. There are four fishing platforms, two of which can accommodate wheelchairs.

Daily Rod Rules

Please contact the proprietors prior to fishing - 01994 240460
Only barbless hooks are allowed
Only fish less than 2 lbs in weight may be taken
Daily charge £15 (2 fish limit). Any more to be paid for at the rate of £6 per fish
Any damaged fish must be taken and can not be returned to the lake
Anyone under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult

Please follow the catch and release guidelines

Catch And Release

In order to give your catch the best chance of survival after it is returned to the lake, please bear in mind the following points

Hooks

Small barbless hooks are best
Barbed hooks can be modified by flattening with pliers

Playing the fish

The more exhausted the fish, the lower its chances of survival
Bring the fish back to the bank quickly and firmly

Landing the fish

Keep the fish in the water at all times
Use a larger landing net with a soft knotless mesh

Removing the hook

Wet your hands
Keep the fish in the water
Be gentle. Don't squeeze the fish
Remove the hook gently, using forceps if necessary
If the fish is deep hooked, cut the line as close to the hook as possible

Reviving the fish

Avoid weighing the fish. Estimate the weight
Support the fish and move it backwards and forwards to get the water flowing past the gills
Be patient. A tired fish needs time to recover and swim away on its own