PIKE FISHING AT HURLSTON HALL FISHERY
In September of 2024 we introduced 30 Pike to Hurlston Hall Fishery. The introduction of these pike go to 26lb at present and we hope to grow on a few past the 30lb mark. With 4 x 20lb plus pike with the majority of the new stock around the 15lb mark.
Over recent weeks we have seen a few of these on the bank to anglers aiming to catch pike from our fishery. Most of the fish being caught at the minute are falling to deadbaits. For our rules on pike fishing, have a look below:
PIKE FISHING RULES
Our official pike season starts 1st October through to 31st March.
Tackle
Braided line only
18 inch wire trace
The use of HHF landing nets, cradles and slings only
All anglers fishing for Pike must have forceps and hook snapping tool
Trebles can be used, however, only 1 side can be barbed to assist with holding the bait
Bait
Deadbeats must be caught from HHF prior to use, and / or shop bought sea/freshwater fish.
The use of deadbaits from other waters is banned.
Live Baits
Bring a float rod and catch your own live Baits from HHF.
DO NOT bring live fish to our water, this is illegal and anyone found to be doing so will be reported to authorities.
Handling
You should keep pike low to the ground and not stand up while holding them.
Landing and Retention
The use of HHF equipment only
All fish to be landed with HHF nets only. Once landed, the net should be broken down before transportation.
Release
When releasing a pike, make sure it can support itself before letting go. Stay with it until it can swim away steadily on its own.
Records
All pike must be weighed, pictured and shared with the fishery
The breaking of any of these rules holds a lifetime ban from HHF
Check out a few of our pike in our gallery