Coronavirus Update - 25th September 2020

Following the recent changes to Government protocols we are pleased to say that we can continue fishing as a permitted activity following the temporary rules (see below) we already have in place. There are a few minor changes which affect us, these being:-

  • You should travel to fishing venues on your own or with members of your household. Only travel based on what is allowed under current Government guidelines

  • Maintain a distance of at least 2 metres from other people (unless members of your household) in line with government guidance

  • You can fish with members of your household or up to 5 other people outside your household but you must stick to social distancing guidelines at all times. ( Match fishing is still permitted providing we continue to follow the guidelines we have issued.) These will be briefed to all participants prior to the match

  • Fishing positions or pegs should only be fished by individuals or members of the same household, or unless anglers can maintain social distancing at all times.

As echoed by the Angling Trust It is all our responsibility to ensure angling remains a safe, permitted activity by playing our part and maintaining the high standards of best practice that we have set ourselves over the past few months.

Meanwhile you must still comply with these new rules carefully, which have been introduced to protect us all and help to stop the spread of the virus. Please note that the 48 hr maximum stay on any venue has now been removed.

Specifically for Avington please see the revised additional rules which must be followed.

Towpath closure for improvement works

The Canal and River Trust will be making improvements to the Kennet & Avon Canal towpath east of Newbury between Bridge 58 (A339 Flyover) and Bridge 50 Hambridge Road this summer. The work is scheduled to commence on Monday 22 June and be completed by Wednesday 9 September 2020. The towpath will be closed to the public between these dates for safety reasons. During the first week vegetation and preparatory works will be carried out between Bridge 58, (A339 Flyover) and Bridge 53 Whitehouse Cross-over Bridge, following which the whole section will be closed for the main towpath improvement works.

Read more: Towpath closure for improvement works

Call to bailiffs and potential bailiffs

This is a message to all members who were bailiffs last year, and to anybody who would like to become a bailiff for the NAA. Please would you make contact with the new Head Bailiffs, Ben Freemantle 07940338414 & Chris Fox 07395118619, so that they can invite you to the bailiffs briefing for the new season.

 

Memberships now available

Memberships for the new season are available in all categories, and the club has made the joining process much simpler. The membership form can be downloaded under the membership tab on this website, or go directly to it here. There are 2 ways to get your membership:

  1. Send the completed form with 2 photos and payment cheque to the membership secretary who will post the permit out to you, usually within 7 days.
  2. Take the completed form with 2 photos and payment cheque or cash to Thatcham Angling Centre, 156 Sagecroft Road. Thatcham. RG18 3BQ and get your permit straight away.

With so many fisheries to try out, what are you waiting for?