River Valley
Yateley, Surrey
OS Map Reference: SU 825 609
Postcode: GU46 7UU
Water Type: Mature Gravel Pit
Designation: Carp & Specimen Water
Size: 20 acres
Maximum Depth: 30 feet
Facilities:
Secure Car Parking
Contacts:
Head Bailiff: Mr. G. Deacon
Deputy Bailiff: Mr. T. Robinson
Local Police 0845 1252222
Stock:
Mirror Carp to 30lb
Common Carp to 30lb
Tench to 9lb
Rudd to 2lb
Pike to 20lb
This deep, twenty acre lake has been developed to become the Society’s premier pike water. It has been well stocked with pike to over twenty pounds and can offer rewarding sport to the experienced predator angler and novice alike. Carp of over thirty pounds and double figure tench are also a possibility, but a rather more dedicated approach will be needed to bring these reclusive residents to the bank.
Junior Members may only fish at River Valley if accompanied by a Senior Member and must fish in the same or adjacent swim.
Very much a specialist water requiring a dedicated approach. The water holds a small head of high quality carp, with both Mirror Carp to 40lb and Common Carp present to mid 30’s, Perch to 4lb 8oz reported and a few very large Tench to 12lb.
A number of large Pike have now been stocked up to mid twenties which are beginning to produce good sport. Members are reminded that Pike are easily damaged and no water can hold many large specimens. Please take care of the stock and observe the special Bye-law 4.s. pages 10/11, regarding Pike fishing.
The River Blackwater contains Chub, Roach, Gudgeon, Dace and some Pike to mid 20’s and may be fished from the wooden fence near the entrance to the site through to the end of the main lake.
The very deep water and abundant weed on this venue make it an interesting challenge and the awesome size of some of the Carp and other species can make it as rewarding.
This venue is a great Winter venue for Pike and the abundant shoals of little Rudd offer great chances for live baiting. Fish well out to connect with the bigger Pike as the margin is the domain of Jacks!!
Following the wind is recommended for location the small head of Carp, as location is probably the biggest problem and most of the usual bottom tactics will pay dividends if you can get on the fish.
Specialist tactics are also needed to get on the other species, especially the Rudd of which this venue used to be justly famous
River Valley - April 2009 to January 2010:
The Big Common that has previously been caught at over 45lb has been out at 36lb, with other fish showing to 30lb +. However, with only about 12 Carp in the lake, rewards come mainly to those showing true dedication and perseverance. Very large Tench between 10-12lb have been caught in recent seasons, but not unfortunately this year though a Tench angler caught a very large Eel. Big Perch over 3lb occasionally show and Pike sport remains consistent with at least 3 different 20lb fish having been caught with many smaller fish providing good sport. A much larger Pike has been seen many times, estimated at exceeding 4’ long, but has yet to be caught.
Farnham Angling Society Record
| Species | lbs:ozs:drms | kilo.grms | Date | Captor |
| No Records Caught From This Venue Yet! | ||||
- Members can fish all banks
- Night fishing is permitted, for Junior Members Bye-law 4.r. page 10 applies.
- This is a residential area, so please be quiet and courteous when entering and leaving the water and remove all litter.
- Please ensure that the gate is locked at all times, even if it was open on your arrival.
- Members are asked to note the boundary area marked on the map and to keep out of this area at all times.
River Valley Lake Development
Following the granting of planning permission by Hampshire County Council to the landowners, development will soon commence to split the
lake into two, creating two lakes by building a causeway across the southern half of the lake. One lake (the larger northern lake),
will be dedicated to fishing and FAS fully expect to continue to provide fishing on this water to it's members.
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Just off Sandhurst Road, Yateley, Hampshire
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Take the B3272 through Yateley, heading in the direction of Reading. Turn right opposite the Royal Oak pub into Sandhurst Road. The access to the fishery is on your right, directly opposite ‘Weybridge Mead’ road.
Parking is provided in a clearly marked area on the northern side of the lake. Only park in the area indicated and do not park along the access track. Access
The access has a 2.2m restrictor fitted. Once through the gate, take the track that leads to the fishery car park. Do not stray onto the land area between the road and the lake as it is boggy, stay on the access track.