Sussex
Leconfield Fly Fishing Club lakes, Petworth
Club members only
Club members only
Members can sign a guest in, so an introduction is the usual way on.
Stillwater
7 lakes, bank fishing only.
About Leconfield Fly Fishing Club lakes, Petworth
These are the lakes of Leconfield Fly Fishing Club on the Leconfield Estate: five in the northern part of the estate, Great Springs, Little Springs, Luffs, Upper Figgs and Lower Figgs, and two at Little Bognor near Fittleworth, about two miles south east of Petworth. The club names seven lakes in all, the largest a little over two acres, and does not give a total area. The lakes are in two places a few miles apart, so the position shown is approximate.
Most of the lakes are stocked with rainbow trout, which the club says rise freely. The two Little Bognor lakes are stocked with locally reared brown trout and hold wild browns, which must be returned. About 4,500 trout are stocked a year, averaging 2½ lb, with some larger fish. Great Springs has a fishing lodge where members sign in and weigh their catch, and flies, leaders and other small items are sold there. The other lakes have fishing huts and car parks. The season on the lakes runs from mid March to 31 October, and the committee and the estate decide each year whether to extend it to the end of November.
The lakes are for members. Catch and release is allowed on the rainbow lakes from the start of the season until the water gets too warm, and again in the autumn, and at Little Bognor all season, on barbless or de-barbed hooks. To join, contact the Estate Office for an application form.
How you can fish here
- Methods
- Fly Only
How to book
Club and membership details
- LF
Tuition · Membership
Members fish on their membership. To join, contact the Estate Office for an application form.
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Fishing details
- Water type
- Stillwater
- Lakes
- 7
- Boat fishing
- Bank only
Rules and policies
Fishing rules for Leconfield Fly Fishing Club lakes, Petworth
Members of Leconfield Fly Fishing Club and their guests only, with a current Environment Agency rod licence. Fly fishing only: no spinning, worms or bait. Barbless hooks are encouraged and compulsory when returning fish. Wild brown trout caught in the Little Bognor lakes must be returned wherever possible. Dogs may be brought, under strict control.
Where you'll fish
Location
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FAQ
Leconfield Fly Fishing Club lakes, Petworth FAQs
Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Leconfield Fly Fishing Club lakes, Petworth, from tickets to tactics.
01How many rods are allowed on Leconfield Fly Fishing Club lakes, Petworth at any one time?
02What species can I expect to catch on Leconfield Fly Fishing Club lakes, Petworth?
03Do I need to wade, or can I fish from the bank?
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
05Where do I park, and how do I access the beat?
06What tackle should I bring?
07What happens if conditions are poor on the day I've booked?
08Are dogs allowed on the beat?
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