How do I get the gate codes? When you receive your membership book, text 07976 794880 with your full name and membership book number.
Can I night fish? Members aged 18 and over can night fish. Restrictions apply to under 18’s. See Safeguarding Conditions for 18’s.
How long does it take to get my membership book? Allow up to 7 days from receipt of your application (so long as we receive your application form, fee, postage, photo, etc). Any problems, please email [email protected].
What is ‘concession’ membership? It means you get a discount if you are 65 or over and on a state pension, or you consider yourself disabled.
Is there a waiting list? Usually, there is no waiting list for the River or Dunkirk Pond BUT there is for Holme Pit.
Can I apply for Holme Pit membership? If you are an existing TVA member you can go on the Holme Pit waiting list (send us an email and we'll let you know when a place becomes available, see below).
How do I add Holme Pit to my membership (or another membership option / water) to my current membership? See Upgrading your Membership.
Do I have to pay the one-off £25 admin fee? Yes, all new members must pay the £25 admin fee (see below). Junior members (under 16) only pay the £25 admin fee (plus postage), and membership runs until they turn 16 (see below).
If you renew your current membership within 6 months of your membership expiry date (see inside cover of your membership book) you do not have to pay the £25 admin fee again. If your membership expired over 6 months from the expiry date, you are a ‘lapsed member’ and are classed as a ‘new member’ and need to pay the admin fee again.
Do I need my membership book before fishing? Yes. See Membership Rules (you are not a member until you receive your book).
I've lost my membership book, how do I get a replacement? Email [email protected].Your admin fee covers one replacement book, all subsequent books are £10.00.
Can I park behind my peg? You can park behind all river pegs. You can't park behind the pegs at Dunkirk Pond and some pegs at Holme Pit.
How far do I have to walk to my river peg? Most river pegs are directly adjacent to parking area(s).
I struggle with uneven ground, what are the riverbanks like? Some are relatively flat, some sandy and / or stony and some have steps.
How long does my membership last (16 and over)? Membership runs for 12 months, You will receive an email when your membership is due for renewal.
How long does junior membership last (under 16’s)? Membership expires on their 16th birthday. Safeguarding conditions apply, see Junior Members (under 18's)