Fishery Rules
THE REEDS
Rules & Regulations for The Reeds – Match Lake at Kernow Fishery
At Kernow Fishery, we strive to create a safe, fair, and enjoyable fishing environment for all. To ensure The Reeds remains a top-quality match and leisure lake, please follow our rules:
General Fishing Rules
✔ All anglers must have a valid ticket before fishing
✔ Barbless hooks only – no micro barbs or trebles
✔ Maximum line strength: 10lb
✔ No fixed rigs – all tackle must be safe and fish-friendly
✔ Keepnets only permitted during matches, OR with express consent
✔ Only fish from the peg / swim provided
✔ Halfway rule at all times
Fish Care
✔ Unhooking mats required for all specimen fish
✔ Treat all fish with care – use wet hands when handling
✔ Fish must not be removed or introduced to the lake
✔ All fish must be returned safely to the water
Bait Restrictions
✔ No cat meat, tiger nuts or excessive groundbait
✔ Pellets must be fishery-approved – available onsite (VALID FROM AUGEST 2025)
✔ No live bait or artificial bait
Etiquette & Safety
✔ Respect fellow anglers – keep noise levels down
✔ No littering – use provided bins
✔ No drugs or alcohol
✔ Children under 12 must be supervised
✔ Dogs must be kept on a lead
Matches & Booking
✔ Match bookings must be arranged in advance
✔ Club matches follow additional regulations – provided upon booking
✔ Follow peg assignments during matches
Failure to follow these rules may result in removal from the fishery. Please respect the environment, our staff, and fellow anglers to ensure The Reeds remains an incredible fishing venue for all!
For further details or bookings, contact us via Facebook or WhatsApp.
SHARKIES PIT
Rules & Regulations for Sharkies Pit – Specimen Lake at Kernow Fishery
At Kernow Fishery, we want to ensure that Sharkies Pit remains an outstanding specimen lake where big fish thrive and anglers enjoy a fair, respectful, and safe fishing experience. Please follow these rules to protect our fishery and its incredible stocks.
General Fishing Rules
✔ All anglers must have a valid ticket before fishing
✔ Barbless hooks only – no micro barbs or trebles
✔ Specimen Net when Carp Fishing 32" min
✔ No fixed rigs – all tackle must be safe for fish
✔ Lead free leader or tubing when Carp Fishing
✔ Fish from swims only
✔ Keepnets are not permitted – fish must be returned immediately
Fish Care & Handling
✔ Unhooking mats required for all specimen fish
✔ Large landing nets recommended for bigger fish
✔ Treat all fish with care – use wet hands when handling
✔ No removing or introducing fish to the lake
✔ All fish must be returned safely to the water
Bait Restrictions
✔ No cat meat, tiger nuts or excessive groundbait
✔ Pellets must be fishery-approved – available onsite (Valid from August 2025)
✔ No live bait or artificial bait
Etiquette & Safety
✔ Respect fellow anglers – keep noise levels down
✔ No littering – use provided bins
✔ No drugs or alcohol
✔ Children under 12 must be supervised
✔ Dogs must be kept on a lead
Thank you for respecting our guidelines and ensuring Sharkies Pit remains a top-tier specimen lake for all anglers.
For further details or bookings, contact us via Facebook or WhatsApp.