BEFORE APPLYING FOR MEMBERSHIP PLEASE READ THE
CONDITIONS OF MEMBERSHIP
These are the conditions of TVA membership. When you have applied for membership (using the online form or the paper form) it means you have read, understand and will follow these conditions of membership at all times (no ifs or buts). If you break a condition you will lose your membership and you will not be entitled to a refund.  
  1. ​If you disagree with the decision of a Committee member or bailiff, and you would like to challenge that decision, or you have a question, please click here for raising a question through a Committee member or at a Committee meeting 
  2. Members must be 18 years of age or over on the date of their application except "junior members"
  3. Members must follow all TVA fishing rules.  New rules may be added at any time, so please check the rules on the website before fishing (found under the Membership tab)
  4. One non-fishing family member, partner or friend may accompany you but must be based on your peg (if accompanied by a junior, they must be under your close supervision at all times) 
  5. Dogs welcome but must be under close control at all times or be on a lead
  6. Report anyone fishing the River during the close season (midnight 14th March to midnight 15th June) to a Committee member or bailiff and then report it to the Environment Agency Hot Line 0800 60 70 80 (it only takes a few minutes)
  7. No fires, damage to trees, vegetation, pegs, platforms, steps, structures, fencing, gates or signs
  8. Report vandalism to a Committee member or bailiff  (details on the website under the Contacts tab and in your Membership Book)
  9. Vehicle access to Holme Pit, The Pads, The Willows and Weir Field is from Fox Covert Lane bridleway. No vehicle access from Clifton Village. 
  10. Shut and lock all gates when entering and leaving (even if you find them open)