Middle Reservoir

Address

Bury Saint Edmunds IP30 0LP, United Kingdom

Fishery Information

This fishery is run by Bury St Edmunds Angling Association.

Middle Reservoir, located not far from the Water Lane turn-off on the A134, can be accessed through its entrance on the left, about 50 yards beyond the speed restriction sign on the outskirts of Bradfield Combust. Please use only the designated entrance road and avoid any other way in or out.

The reservoir offers two clearly signed parking areas for members. Anglers are allowed to drive around the reservoir, and fishing from vehicles is permitted. However, if the designated areas are waterlogged, vehicles must be left in the specified car parks. Parking on or obstructing the road is not allowed to ensure free access for farm vehicles at all times. Pegs 6, 7, and 8 are allocated for use by disabled anglers, and they have the right to request another member to vacate these swims if needed.

Fishing is not permitted between the electricity signs or to the right of Peg 1 near the irrigation pump. A site map is available on the notice board by the first car park for reference.

What size do the fish go to?

The reservoir holds a variety of fish species, including Carp, Roach, Bream, and Pike. Specific size information is not provided, but the reservoir has the potential to produce good-sized fish of each species.

What tactics work well?

For Bream and Roach, anglers have success using baits like corn, pellet, and maggot. Fishing out in open water using a method feeder is also an effective tactic. Anglers targeting Carp have found success using boilie, pop-ups, and wafters. Fishing the margins or around 1-2 rod lengths out can be productive for Carp.

What facilities are on site?

Specific facilities beyond the two clearly signed parking areas and fishing access are not mentioned in the provided information. However, the reservoir is equipped with suitable unhooking cradle/mat requirements for Carp and Pike fishing, ensuring the safety of the fish.

Is parking available?

Yes, two parking areas are clearly signed, and members are allowed to drive around the reservoir. However, anglers are reminded to use the designated parking areas and not to obstruct the road, which is used by farm vehicles at all times.