Work Parties and Events 2021
  • Improvements to river pegs and access. (1) pegs are being cut 14th July (may be 15th as well, and then every 2 weeks thereafter). (2) Over the next couple of months, further access improvements along the Weir Field, from the gas pipe peg to cherry island. Currently no vehicle access due to ground conditions. (3) starting 13.07.2021, ground clearance works are taking place at Barton Ferry (next to the caravan at the end of the right hand track). Due to heavy plant, the adjacent 'wood chip' peg will need to be closed. The track will then be repaired.  We apologise for any disturbance or inconvenience during the work. 
  • Holme Pit Pond, flood damage repairs: Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th March, 9am. Some fishing pegs are being repaired but the pond will still be open for fishing. 
​Because TVA is a "not for profit" club, we are dependent on members helping us look after the Trent Valley, its wildlife and angling resource. All members and the local community are welcome to get involved. Here's a summary of the type of work we have done and plan to do in the future.
  • litter picking / remove fly tipping
  • repair fences, gates and steps
  • ​apply for grants and other funding opportunities 
  • maintain and improve fishing pegs and facilities 
  • improve access to the Trent Valley, fishing pegs and for all visitors 
  • water quality improvements, monitoring and sampling
  • install fish refuges for protection from predators
  • investigate a fish restocking programme for Holme Pit   
  • remove filamentous algae "blanket weed" from Holme Pit
  • hedge planting and laying 
  • grass, weed and reed bed cutting
  • build fishing pegs for anglers with limited mobility 
  • ​hand pull Himalayan balsam 
  • organise family fishing days and other events
  • teach juniors how to fish and look after the environment
  • work with the Council, Angling Trust, Environment Agency and Police to tackle illegal fishing, fish theft and ASB
  • provide a safe place to fish and promote good fishing practice; and of course
  • making endless hot drinks, especially during winter work parties!   

There is always something to do for all ages and abilities so why not come along and get involved and tell us what you think and any ideas you have to improve the Trent Valley and angling experience.  

For more information, please email trentvalleyangling@btinternet.com or phone Sion (Work Party Manager) on 07447 013909.