CLOSURES AT THE DAVE CROOKES FISHERY AT HUNSTRETE IN APRIL
SATURDAY 6TH APRIL – SUNDAY 7TH APRIL
NIGHT FISHING
5AM SATURDAY UNTIL 21.00 SUNDAY
15 PEGS MAIN LAKE 5 PEGS WITHY POOL 5 PEGS BRIDGE POOL
THURSDAY 11TH APRIL BRIDGE POOL
(OVER 55 AND DISABLED MATCH)
SATURDAY 13TH APRIL WITHY POOL
(JUNIOR COACHING 10 PEGS)
THURSDAY 25TH APRIL BRIDGE POOL
(OVER 55 AND DISABLED MATCH)
SATURDAY 27TH APRIL BRIDGE POOL
(KEYNSHAM A.A MATCH)
SATURDAY 27TH APRIL WITHY POOL
(JUNIOR COACHING 10 PEGS)
BRING A BUDDY IN THE MONTH OF MAY
Do you know someone who might like to try fishing at Hunstrete?
During May 2019, you may bring a single guest to fish.
When purchasing a day ticket, just buy an extra one for your guest.
Your guest should be in possession of a current rod licence which can be a temporary or annual licence.
Please ensure the guest either fishes with you on your peg or an adjacent one and if not in your peg the guest must be in possession of a correct landing net and mat and tackle for the fish that may be caught.
You must ensure that the guest adheres to all club rules and you will be held responsible for the behaviour of a guest.
The guest must remain with you during the visit.
This is a trial run that may result in similar activities being available to members in the future.
| NOTICE TO MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION
ACCESS TO THE DAVE CROOKES FISHERY AT HUNSTRETE The security of the fishery is enhanced by the electronic gate and access code as in combination they restrict access to the complex. It is imperative therefore, that the code is not given out freely to non-members and on no account is broadcast on any kind of media by members. In future, any member proven to disregard this notice may face disciplinary action which may result in expulsion from the Association. B.A.A Committee |
CLOSURES AT THE DAVE CROOKES FISHERY AT HUNSTRETE IN FEBRUARY
FEBRUARY 4TH 5TH AND 6TH COMPLEX CLOSED
(MAINTENANCE)
THURSDAY 7TH FEB BRIDGE POOL
(MATCH DAVE GILLARD ORGANISER)
THURSDAY 21ST FEB BRIDGE POOL
(MATCH DAVE GILLARD ORGANISER)
BATHAMPTON A.A. NOTICE TO MEMBERS.
A member has contacted the General Secretary to state his disapproval of members “bagging swims” at Hunstrete and members are reminded of the following rule:
“It is not permitted to reserve or pre-book any fishing platform, swim or space. save and except for official BAA Coaches or events organised and sanctioned in writing by The Association.”
Members may only place their own tackle or items at a peg that they are intending to fish from.
Also, members are reminded no to arrive too early at the front gate and to consider the residents of Hunstrete and road users in a narrow road.
If any more complaints are received relating to these matters the committee will consider what action to take against those concerned and may also consider in access being supervised.
IMPROVEMENTS TO PLATFORMS AT HUNSTRETE.
It is the policy of the Association to seek funding from all sources with a view
to using any acquired funds or materials for the benefit and improvement of fisheries.
Recently, funding was acquired from the Angling Trust for the purpose of
platform and swim improvements at Hunstrete.
The amount acquired was matched and exceeded in monetary terms by the Association and
man hours.
As a result, Withy Pool has seen replacement of many of the old style wooden platforms by
more natural materials which will be easier and cheaper to maintain in the future which from an ecological point of view is a job well done.
The swims are safer and larger and look really good.
OVER 55S AND DISABLED MATCH RESULT HELD ON BRIDGE POOL THURSDAY 20th DECEMBER 2018
The last match in the 2018 series has taken place on Bridge Pool. 19 anglers turned out this week for the final match of the series the weather was damp and a little breezy but improved as the match went along. There were no big weights this week which was expected due to the time of year but anglers were catching quality skimmers in the 1-1/12 lb bracket also some decent size perch were caught. First on the day was Paul Haines with 31lb-12oz from peg 27. Paul caught carp and f1s alternating between the long pole and feeder. Full result below.
| PLACE | NAME | WEIGHT | PEG |
| 1ST | PAUL HAINES | 31LB-12OZ | 27 |
| 2ND | GEOFF FRANCIS | 17LB-4OZ | 18 |
| 3RD | DAVE GILLARD | 10LB-1OZ | 28 |
| 4TH | PAUL BARNFIELD | 9LB-14OZ | 31 |
| 5TH | CHRIS ROLFE | 8LB-9OZ | 6 |
SILVERS RESULT
| PLACE | NAME | WEIGHT | PEG |
| 1ST | PAUL BARNFIELD | 9LB-14OZ | 31 |
| 2ND | DAVE POOLE | 9LB-5OZ | 14 |
| 3RD | CHRIS ROLFE | 8LB-9OZ | 6 |
MINUTES FOR THE BATHAMPTON ANGLING ASSOCIATION ANNUAL
GENERAL MEETING, TUESDAY 6th NOVEMBER 2017 HELD AT THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION CLUB KEYNSHAM
Chairman Philip Morris opened the meeting at 19.35.
Received and accepted from M. Burcham, M. Murfett
The minutes of the 2017 AGM were reviewed.
Acceptance proposed by P. Hunt seconded by R. Mead and voted on with total agreement with no abstentions or votes against.
There were no matters arising from the minutes of the 2017 AGM.
Alan Gilbert (Treasurer) presented the statement of the accounts for 2018 and they were reviewed by those present. There were no questions forthcoming from the floor regarding the accounts.
No proposals received.
6.1 A proposal was put forward by the committee to award E. Gillard and T. Willmott (club bailiffs) life membership of Bathampton A.A for their long and distinguished service to the club, A vote was taken and all agreed.
6.2 A proposal was put forward by the committee and the trustees that the annual membership fee for the veterans be increased by £5. Also the junior
membership fee be reduced by £5 with senior memberships remaining unchanged.
The proposals were seconded by M. Turner, a vote taken and all agreed.
The committee proposed that Ed Gillard join the committee as a co-opted member. This was seconded by R. Mead, a vote taken and all agreed.
The following committee members stood for re-election for the next 3 years.
Re-election
Tony Stone
Dave Burnham
James Buckle
Luke Swift
Mike Turner
Matt Sheppard
A vote was taken and all agreed with no abstentions or votes against.
7.1 S. Knee (Head Bailiff) was asked to say a few words regarding Club Treasurer A. Gilbert who is retiring and thanked him and his wife for all their hard work over the past 35+ years of service to Bathampton A.A. All members present wished Alan a very happy and healthy retirement.
8.1 See attached report.
9.1 Question asked from some of the carp anglers present at the meeting if the winter closing hours could be extended from 6pm to 8.30pm. After discussion it was stated that a proposal to the committee regarding the request will be discussed when received.
Meeting Closed 8.25pm
OVER 55’S AND DISABLED MATCH RESULT HELD ON BRIDGE POOL THURSDAY 22nd NOVEMBER 2018
The latest round of the over 55 and disabled match series has taken place on Bridge Pool. A cold frosty start greeted 17 anglers this week with the temperature close to freezing and the water clear all thought bites would be difficult to come by. That would turn out to be the case for all anglers except one, Tony Rixon fishing peg 11 absolutely blew the rest of the field away with a fantastic weight of 122lb-7oz to win the match with ease. Tony caught most of his fish just off the island using bread and triple maggot. Although the last hour went quiet for Tony the damage had already been done. Full result below
RESULT
| PLACE | NAME | WEIGHT | PEG |
| 1st | Tony Rixon | 122lb-7oz | 11 |
| 2nd | Pete Turner | 32lb-4oz | 28 |
| 3rd | Ray Beazley | 18lb-10oz | 18 |
SILVERS RESULT
| PLACE | NAME | WEIGHT | PEG |
| 1st | Dave Wride | 14lb-8oz | 9 |
| 2nd | Paul Barnfield | 10lb-00oz | 29 |
| 3rd | John Fry | 8lb-4oz | 14 |