The lake, which is a little over 8 acres in size and down in a dip, is surrounded by woods and has 60 pegs from which to fish with more than 13 acres to go at. There are three banks where you may fish, but be aware that getting to the pegs that are furthest from the parking lot is a real effort. If you're anything like me and insist on bringing every piece of equipment you've ever purchased to your swim, a trolley is a must.

Barnsley AA manages the water. What you spend for either your day ticket or season book will depend on what fish you are pursuing. The heaviest carp in Yorkshire, "Sally," a common that was taken from this body of water at 49 lbs. 3 oz., is currently proudly on display at the Tackle Box store on Doncaster Road in Barnsley. The fish sadly passed away in 2003. While the carp fisherman pound in the high-protein baits, the silver fish savour it and eat it up, putting on weight as a consequence.

When the water temperature dips, the dam end, which has a depth of 7 to 9 feet, might be a suitable end to target. Massive silver fish populations are there, and the location is unbeatable for the cost of a course fishing day ticket. When the warm breeze is blowing into the corners, the water has spots that are just a few feet deep, making it a great site to target in the late hours of the night. The primary channel, which spans almost the whole length, is about 7 and a half feet wide. You may catch fish most of the day with caster and maggots. The key to using this water is to feed it liberally and keep it flowing. If you keep going, the fish will ultimately follow the food in, even if you have to start 3 or 4 rod lengths out at first. As the day goes on, you may also need to shallow up.