Norfolk Fishing Network 2004 - 2024 - Bedfordshire Fisheries

Fishery Name: Priory Lake

Address: Priory Country Park, Barkers Lane, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9DJ

Grid Reference: TL 07191 49265

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Phone Numbers: 01234 211182

Email Address: [email protected]

Description: Priory Country Park is an established green area, of around 360 acres, made up of lakes, meadows and woodland, partially enclosed within a bend in the river Great Ouse.

Fish Species: Barbel Bitterling Bleak Bream Common Bream Silver Bullhead Carp Common Carp Crucian Carp F1 Carp Carp Ghost Carp Grass Carp Leather Carp Koi Carp Mirror Catfish Wels Chub Crayfish Dace Eel Goldfish Goldfish Brown Grayling Gudgeon Minnow Orfe/Ide Blue Orfe/Ide Golden Orfe/Ide Silver Perch Pike Pumpkin seed Roach Rudd Rudd Golden Ruffe Schelly Stickle back Stone Loach Sturgeon Tench Tench Golden Walleye Zander

Fishery Rules: The rules apply to ALL waters within Priory and Harrold-Odell Country Parks An Environment Agency rod licence must be shown on demand and its regulations complied with. The permit covers all permissible waters within the park boundary from 12.00pm June 16th to 12.00pm March 14th and is non-refundable. Fishing is prohibited during the closed season. Fishing is not allowed in some areas; permit holders must acquaint themselves with where they may and may not fish (maps are available). All fish must be returned to the water from which they were caught Keep nets are prohibited. Carp retainer slings may be used for a short period to retain fish for photographic purposes. Only one fish per sac. The permit allows three rods per angler, in the same swim, provided you have two rod licences. Permits are non-transferable. A photograph of the permit holder must be attached in the space provided. Guest anglers are not permitted. Permits must be available to check at all times either by the bailiff or park staff. Only established swims shall be fished. The vegetation between swims must not be disturbed or damaged. Rowdy behaviour and littering will automatically result in the withdrawal of the permit without refund. For your safety and that of others alcohol, the lighting of fires and BBQ's is prohibited. For night permits members under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Members must familiarise themselves with the park byelaws, displayed at the building. Parking is in designated areas only. Where access to parking is by combination padlock the access must be locked behind you. Do not give the access code to anyone else. Bedford Borough Council reserves the right to alter or amend these conditions at any time and may exclude anyone who breaches the rules and regulations. Tackle and Baits: Large landing nets and unhooking mats are essential when dealing with large fish. Barbed and 'Bent hooks' are prohibited. When fishing for predators, members must use wire traces and semi-barbed treble hooks. Nylon or Nylon coated traces are forbidden. When lure fishing, barbless hooks must be used. Dead baits - only fresh and frozen sea baits are allowed. The use of coarse fish, chemically treated or otherwise, is prohibited. Live baiting and fishing for live bait within the Park's boundaries is an offence. Only soluble-type boilies are permitted. Nuts and Beans are prohibited. No floating baits due to presence of wildfowl. No pre-baiting of any swim. No mass baiting allowed, including bait boats. Small tents or bivouacs are allowed provided they are kept within the swim area and do not obstruct the bank-side path. No high-powered lanterns (>100,000 candelas) or flashlights are permitted. Notes Please report any suspicious activities or problems to the bailiff or park staff. Please report any notable catches to the bailiff or park staff. Members bring their vehicles and equipment at their own risk. Dispose of all your rubbish responsibly. Notes for Harrold-Odell Cattle graze the riverside meadow from May to November. Please keep a respectable distance at all times and keep dogs away from livestock and wildlife. When cattle are on the meadows an electric fence operates along part of the river bank. It looks like a strip of ribbon - Please be aware.

Facilities: Toilets, and many other facilities also, but not all fully defined for fishing.