This is probably the best crucian carp water in the area and these, coupled with excellent stocks of other species, makes the reservoir a great venue for the pleasure angler and specimen hunter alike. During 2011, restocking took place with a consignment of small crucians together with some small tench adding to the growing fish population. These are already growing on well. Further improvements to the fishery in 2012 include the replacement of all of the old fishing platforms with new purpose built pegs. This will make the Reservoir a safer and more comfortable venue for members.

Access is via the two solid metal gates off the A46 (see map for location). Use the combination in your membership book for entry. The track along the side of the reservoir leads to the car park at the dam end. It's best to drop off your tackle on the way to the car park. No parking on the track.

As the water warms up in spring, so the crucians become more active and as they cruise along the ledge at the bottom of the concrete bank, they can be caught on sweetcorn, soft pellet or red maggot. Don't fish too far out. The bream shoals are in great condition, fighting all the way to the net. Roach, rudd, perch and even gudgeon are also found in this unusual water. Fish often feed in mid water in summer, so a slow sinking bait works well, along with regular feeding. A recent stocking of double figure carp has added to the variety of species, along with perch over 2 lbs and chunky crucians up to 2 lbs. There are also some big grass carp. See Keith Jobling's 21 lbs 5oz grassie above.

Jan Porter recently fished the Reservoir to shoot a Shimano video (above).

ENTRY - The entrance is now through two new metal gates with a combination lock. See your membership book for entry details and combination. Close the gate behind you.

TICKETS - This water is open to Leamington Angling members only. NO day tickets. Members pay a small daily charge to the bailiff which goes towards restocking. Juniors must be accompanied and supervised at all times by an adult member.

LITTER - Make sure you take all your litter home.

OPENING TIMES - Fishing from dawn til dusk. NO night fishing.

BARBLESS hooks only. NO sweetcorn or meat tins allowed on site.

COATED BRAID is permitted for hooklengths

PARKING - in the car park at the dam end ONLY, NOT on the track.

SAT NAV Co-ordinates N52.225126, W1.702733 .

MEMBERS Pay an additional small charge each time they fish. Funds go towards restocking

MATCH BOOKINGS Contact Nick Adams between 7pm and 9pm ONLY on 01926 612855

Match Bookings Snitterfield Reservoir 2012