Giving you the latest catch reports from Cheddar Reservoir from the anglers as they happen http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/rss.html Conditions could not have been better for the 2009 pike open on cheddar res. after saturdays wind and rain the calm sunny conditions on sunday proved ideal for the 19 competitors spread out between axbridge tower and the southwest bank. After only 2 minutes Fran Pavey netted the 1st fish of the day of 7lb taken on herring, shortly after R heard lost one at the net before taking an early lead with an 8lb 4 fish on mackeral. However this did not last long as next amongst the action was Steve Whitehead from Bristol banking a 10lb 2 specimen again on mackeral, Steve eventualy took 3rd spot by adding to his tally with a pike of 7lb. Fran Pavey kept up the pressure with 2 more fish of 10lb 9 and 5lb 12 to take 2nd place. The over all winner was Worle based angler Roger Inglis taking 3 fish for a total of 24lb 15. The 1st came on a popped up skimmer followed by a 10lb 3 taken on a large silver spinner which was just reward for his persistence, Rogers 3rd was a modest 6 pounder but just enough to scoop the top lolly. Over all 12 pike saw the light of day the best in the brief history of the competition. Around 8 fish slipped the hook including 3 from Fran. Heaviest pike landed was 11lb from Chris Hart. Fished with great spirit and plenty of banter its a pleasure to organise and take part in so thanks to all on the day. http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/rss.html Thu, 03 Dec 2009 Tench have been seen surfacing around the res. in the last few days and now one has been caught. There are also sightings of large shoals of roach around the Axbridge tower http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/tench.html Thu, 16 Apr 2009 Prices have been fixed for senior and junior (concession) anglers for the next coming season. They will be the same as last year. £45 for seniors and £20 for concessions. Go and get your ticket ready for the 2009 season start which is the 15th June. Tickets available from all the usual outlets and if you missed it Crossways Service Station, Cheddar as well, click for more details. http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/tickets.html Mon, 26 Jan 2009 On Sunday 23rd November the annual open Pike match took place on Cheddar Reservoir. As usual this popular event was sold out weeks ago with 22 anglers taking part. The day started cold and wet for the 7am draw and the forecast for the day was high winds and heavy showers, which for anyone who knows Cheddar Reservoir is far from ideal. However it wasn't long before the first fish was banked by Steve Lye from Clutton, a modest 6lb 11ozs.....click to read on... http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/news/pikematch08.html Sat, 29 Nov 2008 Pike are now showing from the west bank. Most coming from a distance of 80-150m on popped up sea baits. The largest reports are of fish to 18lb. (Any bigger let me know with pictures). A few fish are coming from the Axbridge entrance, however it is very weedy here at the 30m+ area. http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/pike.html Thu, 20 Nov 2008 Fishing permits are now available from Crossways Service Station, Cheddar (the shell garage on the corner). They have a fully stocked shop with good range of hot and cold drinks and snacks. http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/tickets.html Thu, 06 Nov 2008 Annual Match at Cheddar Reservoir this year on the 23rd November click for details... http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/news/match.html Tue, 30 Sep 2008 As to date no catch reports however, Tench have been spotted cruising the margins at the Axbridge entrance. There are also large shoals of roach in the area. Some single figure and rare double figure pike have been reported on lures near the Cheddar and Axbridge Towers. http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/tench.html Mon, 28 Apr 2008 Old licences have expired and it is time to get a new one. Whilst some of you may fancy the old fashioned way and will pick one up from your local post office you can also get one online here. http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk Tue, 08 Apr 2008 While some of us were at home eating our eggs, some people had more important things in mind with some late season piking. Bailiffs reported a few anglers at the weekend mainly around the Axbridge Entrance with catches including pike up to 15lb. Please note deadbaiting is allowed until 16th June. Sea deadbaits are still producing the best pike. http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/rules.html Tue, 25 Mar 2008 Reports of a 20 pounder, an 18lb, two 15lbs and a jack have come in all caught on deadbait about 60 yards out near to the Axbridge Tower. Earlier this March, click for picture, Thankyou to Ian Winks for the report. http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/images/pictures/20pike.jpg Tue, 25 Mar 2008 This year Cheddar Angling Club will host its first ACA pike qualifier at Cheddar Reservoir on March 2nd. To enter or find out more information please click on this story or contact Dan Savory on 07769673991 http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/news/acapikematch2008.html Mon, 11 Feb 2008 The Axbridge entrance continues to be the place to fish on the res for pike. This weekend many of you took to these banks, and the word is plenty of pike in double figures some up to 15lb. Best results will be found using popped up baits fishing 10-20m out. Please remember there is still lots of weed though. Also for those of you interested in the roach they are now topping early mornings and evening, so should be worth a try. Please if you do catch click this story to send in your pictures mailto:Doug164@gmail.com Mon, 28 Jan 2008 Fish are continuing to come out from the axbridge entrance. At least 5 fish have been reported up to 12lb. The shallower 12-13ft water here at this time usually does not give many fish but the weed really must be bringing them in. The much deeper (40ft+) waters towards the Axbridge tower which is where the pike usually are in Janurary is proving much less productive. Contrary to popular belief the Axbridge entrance would seem to be the moments 'hot spot'. http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/directions.html Mon, 07 Jan 2008 Reports of up to 18lb pike have been taken from the South-South West bank, with sea baits giving the best results. A few fish up to 12lb have been caught from near to the Axbridge Tower. For the time of year fish to about 15lb should be possible with reports of fish even taken from the Axbridge entrance. With the weather being how it has been weed build up here has caused the roach to move in. This has lead to some tricky but rewarding fishing. Plumming the depth at this entrance is always advised.. http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk Fri, 04 Jan 2008 Help support the feed. Make sure to check out the pictures people have been sending in. If you have caught a fish and wish to report please send size details and roughly where it was caught with or without a picture. http://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/pictures.html Sun, 09 Dec 2007