Fishing venues

Chalkney Syndicate Lakes

Essex· CO6 2PR

The waters normally close throughout April for maintenance. Members who have attended two work parties in January, February and March are offered an opportunity to fish in April.

AI-enriched — awaiting check

Species: 1 recorded
Day tickets: Not offered / check access
Night fishing: Not confirmed
Waters: 2 waters

About the water

Chalkney Syndicate Lakes is a carp syndicate in Earls Colne, in the Colne Valley near Colchester, Essex. Its two waters lie south of Colchester Road, on either side of Chalkney Mill Lane. Both were excavated for gravel in the 1930s and are now mature, tree-lined lakes with islands. The lake beds include gravel, silt and clay, with lilies and mussel beds among the features described. Both waters hold carp over 30lb, alongside fish in the mid to high twenties. Membership is limited to 40 people per season across the two lakes. The website also highlights the wildlife around the waters as part of the experience for members. The fishing season runs from 1 May to 31 March. The waters normally close during April for maintenance work parties, although members who attend two work parties in January, February and March are offered an opportunity to fish in April. Prospective members should enquire through the venue’s contact form. The joining process includes questions about their angling experience and a tour with a member of the bailiff team. New members must meet an officer at the lakes and understand the fishery rules before joining. Breaking those rules can result in immediate cancellation of membership without a refund.

What you can catch

Species reported by anglers, owners or the venue’s website. Check current stocks with the venue.

Common Carp

Rules

New members must meet an officer at the lakes and understand the fishery rules. Rule breaches result in removal and immediate membership cancellation without a refund. The season runs from 1 May to 31 March; April fishing is offered to members who attend two work parties in January, February and March.