Tight lines hang fish as are old friend Zyg would say. Tickets: 5 day ticket on the bank and 5 for a night ticket. Nottinghamshire. Ashfield Angling: Burton Joyce Ferry Field, Roadside, Nelson Field, Newark Piscatorial Society: Farndon, parts of Newark Dyke, Nottingham Piscatorial Society: Rolleston and Fiskerton only, Midland Angling: Hoveringham and Caythorpe, Nottingham Federation Of Anglers: All stretches(?). The locks on the Dyke are unique in that they were originally built 150 years earlier than those on most other parts of the river in 1773. Christened John William, J W Martin was a prolific writer using the nom de plume of Trent Otter. The island between the two weirs (Nabbs Island) is C&RT owned but fishing rights belong to Scunthorpe who do not allow fishing from the island at all (to protect Ladypits to the south of the island). There is a small stretch running alongside the northern weir bank from ///quilt.oven.whisker to ///minds.magnum.tungsten between BDAAS/Notts Fed that is also signed by the C&RT as no fishing due to the presence/danger of the weir and height of the bank above the river (from the weir barrier to the west to the exit of the basin on the eastern edge). Adhere strictly to the parking instructions. Clifton Bridge (right bank) no fishing identified. The quality of the Barbel, Chub, Grayling and Trout are legendary. How to use 're equip' in a sentence? Fiskerton is a village in Nottinghamshire, England on the west bank of the River Trent about 3 miles southeast of Southwell. The associated locks are the oldest example known on the Trent. Great to see such passion Bob and currently on two books for the Trent with a couple of favourite spots. Access from Newark to Farndon on Fosse Road (former A46). Ashfield Angling water extended to Gunthorpe Bridge. My starting point was a heavy 4oz feeder on the upstream rod. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. A delightful stretch of water that holds a fair few carp as well as the usual whiskery suspects. Skill level to catch: Intermediate Best bait: Krill, bloodworm boilie, halibut pellets. Midlands byelaws apply to anyone fishing with a rod and line for salmon, trout, coarse fish, eels, smelt and lamprey in all freshwater fisheries and tidal estuaries. Jon has drawn the Rolleston stretch near Newark and uses feeder and pole tactics. The River Trent is not local for me but Id love to fish the Trent the future. Clifton Grove Angling Club. Thanks Bob didnt know that rule at all will keep it in mind now i have an old Daiwa porky pig with 4 oz tip and usually fish with 5lb main line to a shock leader but cant quite reach those distances but it must be my casting technique thanks for the info Bob and again a great read. The boundaries shown may be slightly out by a few metres but if anyone wishes to contact me through the web site contact form with more accurate details I will be happy to refine those details. Not cheap though 15 pound a day plus 5pound to park car behind peg. Contact: Christopher Shaw. This is where its possible to (book Peg 1A) turn up having never seen the river in your life and go home a Trent legend (in your own mind) having bagged a shedful of doubles. NINE MILLION bricks were used in its construction. The cave network has Scheduled Ancient Monument protection equal to that of Stonehenge, making Nottingham Caves a site of vast importance to the heritage of the United Kingdom. Access to the river should be made by recognised footpaths only. Brilliant work Bob. Well wrap this dalliance with a nod to Lord Biro. Details courtesy of Stephen Scaz Scaysbrook. Carry appropriate equipment: a fully charged mobile phone in case you get into difficulties, a whistle to attract attention, a torch. Telephone: 01159203932 Bobs Island Coarse Fishery on the River Trent at Newark - Weebly S Small roach catcher New member Joined What a fantastic read and as I am moving up to the Nottingham area from the south soon, It will become an invaluable guide to me going forward. Proper barbel country now, popularised but not necessarily as heavily fished as you may have been led to believe. Think anyone can access their waters page on the website. Park behind pegs. Required fields are marked *. Can you spot the course of the Old Trent? Never give or take alcohol during an incident or when winter fishing. Updated to include Ferryboat Angling Club. With more than a mile of bank fishing the reservoir is regularly stocked with rainbow, brown, blue and tiger trout. Where do the regulars head for? 2022.09.08 Map 26. Confirmed by fishery). A1 Pits fishery extended northwards (downstream) towards North Muskham (Details supplied by Ricky Jordan via Facebook. Nik. The river here splits. Earliern 1991 he had kidnapped Julie Dart, a prostitute, and later murdered her when she tried to escape. No dogs, radios, fires, tents or firearms. Many leave disappointed, never to return. It has clean concrete banks, with parking close-by on the road for 2. The map is basically simply here for completeness. On the other side, you can fish slightly further to just past where the old toll bridge crosses. The goose flew high into the air with his prize, but the pike still had the baited hook in its mouth and the man refused to give line. Dont forget to let out a large bow to help the feeder hold at distance. The company adopted the mammoth as its logo and for many years its lorries with their mammoth symbols were a familiar sight in the district. Footnote: There are alternative theories as to where the name Trent is derived. They apply to all waters . No contact details available for this club at the present time. Including a seven acre trout lake holding Rainbows, Browns, Blues and Tiger Trout. The length is also subject to match bookings, particularly at weekends. Twenty pounders have been reported here on numerous occasions. Never fish in a thunderstorm - lightning kills. Book Cleveleymere, Garstang on Tripadvisor: See 878 traveller reviews, 1,553 candid photos, and great deals for Cleveleymere, ranked #1 of 3 hotels in Garstang and rated 5 of 5 at Tripadvisor. Find out more information. Same goes with a few spots in and around Nottingham, an area Im less familiar with than, say, the upper tidal and middle reaches. http://www.facebook.com/retfordanglingsupplies/posts/255098682573003. Join Newark. Barbel fishing on the river trent , A productive winter session.Follow me on Instagram - https://bit.ly/3WMFKDeMy Fishing Playlists - https://bit.ly/3InbJFOB. Check the individual web sites. Short stretch containing just 5 private pegs tucked in between the Ferryboat waters. If you are paying your first visit to the river, or planning a future trip it might be worth your while having a read. Collectively the clubs listed below manage fishing rights on the majority of the river covered by this guide. To the west we have the old river. Error: Error validating access token: The session has been invalidated because the user changed their password or Facebook has changed the session for security reasons. Then again its arguable the average skill level in those days was far superior. Great eh? However, the Trent in the lower reaches is a big river and with plenty of water pushing through, a lighter feeder simply wouldn't hold bottom properly in the powerful current. In general, inner city areas show high concentrations of people aged 18-30, suburbs show larger numbers of small children and adults aged 30-50, and rural and small towns are more popular with older workers and retirees. If you want to fish a block end feeders effectively, whats wrong with a heavy quivertip rod, sensible line strengths and throwing a bow to compensate for the flow? A stiff poker of a chucking stick? Try to fish with at least one other angler, rather than on your own. Thanks for taking the time to build this, must of been a labour of love! Owning Fiskerton and also Worsborough Reservoir was almost as good as having permission to print its own money. These fisheries are home to specimen barbel, chub, pike and carp as well as roach, perch and dace. There is just one tightly pegged and heavily pressured day ticket stretch at Smeatons where 6 or 7 pegs are squeezed into a 90 metre stretch of bank. Away towards Colwick all was black night. Vehicles can be parked behind each peg via this access route. Throughout the 16th and 17th Century it became known as the old course. Nor do you always have to cast to the far bank! A collection of Educational Images from the Historic England Archive Either wear gloves or, if you cut yourself when fishing, cover the wound with a plaster. One of the prettier reaches of the middle Trent. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. More than 100 piles were discovered and the settlement extended over 100 yards downstream on the Clifton side and two-thirds of the way across the river. One wonders if the remains are still there creating a fish-holding feature? We have the only fishing on the River Greet. 2022.09.08 Contact details for Retford Angling Supplies added. Fox Covert Fishery, Laneham Ferry. Youll be glad to know that all the malcontents of those that initiated the ABF back in the early 2000s as a protest to the Barbel Society no longer exist within the rank and file of the ABF. 2022.10.06 Map 9. Day tickets are no longer issued. Unable to display Facebook posts.Show errorfunction cffShowError() { document.getElementById("cff-error-reason").style.display = "block"; document.getElementById("cff-show-error").style.display = "none"; }. Fishing below this point is challenging and borderline dangerous with muddy banks and a significant tidal effect. The river rises in the Staffordshire moors and flows through much of the midlands and most of the 'shires.' After this it meanders through large industrial cities including Stoke-on-Trent and Nottingham before joining the River Ouse. A 2-peg (50 yards) stretch at Salmon Farm, Carlton Ferry Lane, Collingham NG23 7LZ, controlled by Rob Lee (07740074033) is new on the guide for 2022/23. Just getting back into the freshwater fishing and i am going to get a Hull book and a Scunthorpe book. Cromwell lock is significant in that it is the first lock working upstream and the weir forms a structural barrier between the tidal and non-tidal reaches. Worth noting if you fancy a swift half after a hard session on the river. East Midlands. Buy a Fishing License. Would like to see more rivers please! It is also a popular route for pleasure boats, leading to the vibrant redeveloped waterfront area in Leeds. No day tickets. 2021 Prices Day ticket 5 Season ticket 35. Down tumbled the angler and his fish. 2019.03.15: Map 7 updated regarding private stretch on West bank (details courtesy of Jon Jess), 2019.03.15 Maps 8 & 9 updated. The cost is 60 for seniors. About Trent River. You can find a full instructional sequence in the autumn disk of the Caught In The Act series of DVDs. General Notes: The family said Digby was a ships carpenter and one day he went out . We welcome responsible anglers to our waters. . It is a stretch to the west of Newark and is available on limited day ticket.I think only 5 or 6 people are allowed to fish it every day and your tickets must be booked in advance in writing with : Names and address of all anglers fishing Date tickets required from the following address BRIAN STRAW 32 RUFFORD AVENUE NEWARK NOTTS NG244BD Running parallel with the Dyke, just behind Northgate lies Lovers Lane. Both have survived imperiously though no truce has ever been drawn. It can be done. You book on line ,see website. Night fishing is now members only with the exception that a 35 yard stretch at Carlton Ferry Lane, Collingham NG23 7LZ, controlled by Rob Lee (07740074033). Through this website you are able to link to other websites which are not under the control of The Federation. The maps are provided courtesy of Open Street Map. Your email address will not be published. You will have good days and bad days. Did you know that when King Canute performed his unsuccessful attempt to turn back the tide in the 11th Century it may have been in the River Trent at Gainsborough? This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Have loved fishing the Trent for many a year, but unfortunately due to health problems can no longer walk far. Join Ashfield Angling. GitHub export from English Wikipedia. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential, arising from the use of this website. 781695, Go Fishing Tackle, 5 Bannerman Rd. What cannot be seen is that this used to be the southernmost boundary of Sherwood Forest. Worth noting that anglers must bring their own portable toilets, a first in the ever changing scene that is the River Trent. Looking for the best hiking trails in Burton upon Trent? 2022.06.15 Map 16. Amenities. Unfortunately access is rather limited. This area can be bream city in the right pegs but if you target them rest assured you will also cross paths with some big barbel. 2020.07.26 Map 26 Updated to show short stretch of water above Beeston Weir controlled by Trent Valley Angling. A prime fishing location. A Century later when work was done to improve navigation the piers of the bridge were found. Many of these remains are now in the Natural History Museum at Wollaton Hall in Nottingham. The same area has also produced a number of catfish. Bridge Tackle Shop, 30 Derby Rd. Up until 1596 the main channel of the Trent below Newark ran along what is now known as the Fleet and the Slough Dike (to the right of the above map close to the A1133 Gainsborough Road). We have a local fishing pond that can be used by guests, and, we're also only 6 miles . Members and Associate Members only | No day tickets. Helped me out. (Details from SAA Facebook page), 2019.06.26 Map 24 Updated to include Southside FC syndicate water (details courtesy of Steve Boamy), 2019.06.30 Map 11. it will help me no end Average size of the fish: 6-8lb Realistic catch rate: 1-3 fish per day possible 3-10 fish in 24h Best swims: Whirlpool peg 1-10, peg 56-73, peg 85-110, peg 160-180. In the 1500s there were actually two channels and in 1592 these channels would be the cause of a dispute taken all the way to the Star Chamber of Elizabeth 1 due to damming of the northern channel with a wier by Sir Thomas Stanhope. Anglers who cherish a sense of history might wish to go scouting the banks of Dunham Dubbs where there is a plaque to be found dedicated to J W Martin, the Trent Otter. for sale! Cheers Bob. Whichever water you decide to fish please respect the club rules and wherever you can, please support these clubs by becoming a member. It perhaps says everything that I discovered a book called Not Forgetting Caythorpe by Anne Sharp, but it appears history indeed has done just that, unless theres a hidden dark story about which non shall speak! thanks for going to the trouble It may not display this or other websites correctly. Many of the malcontents operate furtively in the shadows to this day but their rumblings and mutterings now tend to fall on stony ground. Although they partly rent both banks, fishing is only allowed from one side. Age Groups Embed This Back to Top. It is a 12 peg stretch run by Zita McCarthy (07980364774). Im a lure angler, had a previous life on bait but Im fully converted to the dark side now. To the South we find the most picturesque section of the middle Trent. The roadside, Peg 70-ish, won a 960-peg National Championships. Below Fiskerton on the North bank is a day ticket stretch controlled by the NPS, tickets in advance from the Post Office on Main Street. A great bit of work Bob. And plenty of fish are caught in daylight. NO VEHICLE SHOULD BE TAKEN OVER ANY LAND. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Limited number of season permits only. The track to get there (Long Lane) is not something you would want to take a car down every day, it's a very bumpy single track dirt road and we met the local hunt coming the other way with 40 dogs, 20 horses & 5 cars which was fun. Theres a railway station 400 yards from the river at Burton Joyce. Take shelter (not under a tree), lying flat if needs be, and ensure that carbon fibre and metal items are not near you. Fox Covert Fisheries fishery added to map, contacts in day ticket fisheries. Details courtesy of Greg Wardak. Today there is no pub as such but the Farmers Arms Bar in the village hall is opened every Wednesday night and Sunday afternoon and features guest craft beers across the year. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Photo 6x4 River Trent at Averham Looking upstream from the local fishing c2009 at the best online prices at eBay! have fished sutton once too. NG6 9JA. There is a short 50 yard stretch at Salmon Farm, Carlton Ferry Lane, Collingham NG23 7LZ, controlled by Rob Lee (07740074033) that can accommodate 2 anglers Monday to Friday/ Friday to Monday. To have reached this far would not have been possible without the input of kindly folk like Tim Aplin, Mark Perkins, Nev Fickling, the two Simons, (Bettis and Matheson) and a few others. The information is provided by Newark and District Piscatorial Federation (The Federation) and while we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, expressed or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose. (Event - Intervention) Event Type : ENT1001 WATCHING BRIEF ALONG THE FOSSE WAY (Event - Intervention) At the same time, human remains in the form of a skull and bronze spearheads were brought to the surface. The Flegbrough west bank I understand was Soldiers & Saliors, but is now from a personal visit is unaccessible .The East bank near Torksey Eva featured in the Anglers Mail last year with day tickets available from a club based on a local pub, regrettably I cannot recall The name, but the word White featured. DCAC stretch added. Great information, Bob. Then again, the average price of joining a club is cheap, generally between 30 and 60 pounds with reductions for concessions, and thats for the whole season so join (at least) one! The best time to fish for salmon at the rivermouth is between mid-January and mid-March, whereas for trout, it is November to February. This was thwarted by a bill to create a cut and lock at Cranfleet, a cut, locks and weirs at Beeston and a lock at Holme Pierrepont. Artificial fly and spinner fishing is permitted, but bait fishing is only allowed for trout fishing. To some its a numbers game. Adjacent to this stretch is the Salmon Farm, Carlton Ferry Lane, Collingham. Thorny subject. It may be slow and deep compared with other areas but be in no doubt there are some absolutely huge chub and barbel in these reaches. The river begins to get more popular with anglers from here on upstream. The fields to the East of the river staged the final engagement of the War Of The Roses in 1487 when 12,000 Lancastrians overcame 8,000 Yorkists and secured the future of King Henry and his Tudor Dynasty. River based, they may entertain or even educate you, but without researching them I might have lost interest in the project. Tel: 01159 278859, Matchman Supplies, 4 Ella Rd, West Bridgford. Tel: 01400 Mail us : ben@mus-max.net . Hotels near Diggerland, Castleford on Tripadvisor: Find traveller reviews, 1,483 candid photos, and prices for 443 hotels near Diggerland in Castleford, England. A ferry operated here until the late 1920s. TOP TIP: Scroll toward the end of the guide for an index of club web sites and details of stretches offering day tickets. The Aire & Calder Navigation has increased in size over the years, and today large loads of goods can be carried from the Humber ports. Ive got a question regarding rods for casting to the far bank at Fiskerton. When the fish start coming, maybe dispense with one of the rods for obvious reasons. You kept my interest all the way up from Gainsborough to Shardlow. Regarding Maltkiln Lane Fishery above Nether Lock, Newark. It is believed the Trent derived its name from two Celtic words tros (over) and hynt (way) or troshynt (over-way). This is now a dreamy stretch of mostly natural river, controlled almost exclusively by the Nottingham Piscatorial Society. I live near Tamworth and was looking at travelling no further than Newark. The very best dont come cheap but if you want to drive at 200 mph you dont go looking at budget cars, do you? But theres still a way to go and should always be treated as a draft document. Scroll to the bottom of the guide if you want to check on the most recent changes listed in order that the information was received. Anglers who are familiar with Trent River are asked to suggest changes using the link above. Fishing at Kelham Hall is now not allowed and is unlikely to be again in the near future. The impressive diversity of fish species in this river has been known (and celebrated) since 1590, with poetry containing the earliest mention that . Rolleston is a small village and civil parish in Nottinghamshire by the River Greet, . It is dangerous to fish with carbon rods or poles within reach of overhead powerlines. Will have a look at the high end feeder rods. It may be that access isnt viable, but I would welcome any help with improving the accuracy of these details. Every effort is made to keep the website up and running smoothly. The oldest date back to 1250AD and the city lays claim to having more man-made caves than anywhere else in the country. Sadly the story was not written down until a century later (by Henry of Huntingdon) who gives no location and it may even have been a myth or a fable. Trent River has the following amenities based off of 9 reviews left by . Whilst the river here is still massively tidal and the fishing a challenge, its not too difficult providing you take care and watch out for the tides which rise and fall twice each day. This is a fantastic read and extremely informative. An easy route approximately 3km round trip around the "reach" (where Samuel de Champlain paddled in 1615). This river supports the occasional run of salmon but is mainly noted for its brown trout fishing within the lower reaches below Rolleston Road. The rules are unless your club controls both banks you should not be casting beyond the middle. antique colour magic lantern slide the waimakariri river c1900 photo new zealand - $24.72. We expect them to observe the same rules as our members. Because of the rivers tendency to flood and alter its course, this has been interpreted as meaning strong flooding or more directly The Trespasser (see footnote). He kidnapped her after posing as a house-buyer in Birmingham. Just reached Nottingham, but thought Id comment on my journey so far..really enjoyable reading about this gem of a river never fished it, yet. Day tickets available on the bank. Probably an again and again. If anywhere typifies the Trent, this is it. It is like any other barbel river. Man has intervened to prevent further trespassing by the river. 2023.01.24 Map 17. One of his policies was a 30% discount for OAPs in brothels. Mastering all the usages of 're equip' from sentence examples published by news publications. In 1939 gravel extraction from alongside the river Trent was begun by the Hoveringham Gravel company. Feel free to enjoy or ignore as you will. 2022.02.08 Map 14. The pegs either side of the bridge winning countless matches in their day. If you are wading then it is advisable to use a wading stick or a bank stick to check where it is safe to go. It certainly wont hurt. The First World War hindered progress and it wasnt until 1921 that the second, Holme Lock was completed. Like all the slower, deeper stretches you will find huge specimens but dont expect them to crawl up your rod. See SAA web site for more details. Wear a hat in cold weather. Beginning at Lady Bay Bridge, past Nottingham Forests City Ground, Under Trent Bridge, past the Embankment Steps, under Wilford Bridge, and on up to Clifton Bridge. The late Jan Porter once ran a tackle shop there called Redfin Sports. An act was passed in 1906 allowing construction of the locks along the middle river that are in use today. Back at Rolleston peg 1, local rod Dave Sims had 60lb of bream and skimmers for fourth. Jul 23, 2020. Unhooking mats must be used when specimen fishing. We have no control over the nature, content and availability of those sites. Yes, of course there are but you might find other stretches more productive. He and his supporters would have known Gainsborough was the furthest reach of the aegir, and ideal for his demonstration. Access to the section is good with parking on the bank above the Bridge and a locked access track downstream of the Bridge. In normal conditions you dont need 2.75lb test carp rods and 50lb braid. The ferry at Gainsborough was not replaced by a bridge until 1787. Though famed as a Trent legend he only actually fished the river for 13 years. Hi Prince Albert AS has fishin on the Trent at Burton and Alrewash, some more in the upper reaches. That said, I spent donkeys years fishing the Trent before barbel fishing became fashionable and we never went heavier than 6lb main line and 3oz feeders. and thanks for putting in all the time to put this together. Good work Bob. One stretch I think I can fill in for you, (not literally! NG10 1PD. Sams was identified when his third wife recognised his voice on the BBC TV programme Crimewatch. The Dyke is believed to be Britains oldest canal, dug by the Romans around 120AD and links the Trent and the River Witham at Lincoln. Adjacent to this stretch is the Salmon Farm Fishery itself, Carlton Ferry Lane, Collingham. Night fishing is now members only with the exception that a 35 yard stretch at Carlton Ferry Lane, Collingham NG23 7LZ, controlled by Rob Lee (07740074033). The day ticket permit must be carried at all times. Arguably one of the most famous match lengths not just on the Trent but nationwide. By coincidence the West bank was a fetid breeding ground for discontent that sparked the great Barbel Wars in 2002, a conflict that has endured to this day. Hi Bob, At times of high flood the Trent reaches out almost to the A1 At Carlton. 281525, Future Fishing, Hardys Business Park, Unit 17, Hawton Ln, HELP ME: If you spot an error or omission (and inevitably there will be some to start with!) 2023.01.24 Matt Bray has offered a bit of clarity regarding the Derby County water below Hoveringham but it still leaves a gap that I have no information for. Heres an extract from a poem describing the great flood of 1875. From the streamy runs below Stoke Bardolph weir to the deep bend at Radcliffe on and upwards to the viaduct we are talking a fabulous and varied stretch with great potential for all the rivers popular species. The details contained in this guide are provided with good intention but are subject to change without notice. Theres still a big tidal influence but its manageable with care. Personally I dont think you can beat Kelham Hall for the whiskers and Chub. There are over 2 miles of excellent coarse fishing available to visiting anglers on the navigable section of the River Trent at our Fiskerton and Rolleston fisheries. A big thanks to everyone who helped and to those who I hope will now refine it going forwards. Others have suggested it derives from the Romano-British trisantona. Worth noting the Pride is a professional business rather than a member-owned Society. Alas the burden was too great for the bird and it released its grip. Martin claims to have walked from his birthplace in the Lincolnshire Fens to start afresh in Newark where he became an accomplished angler learning much from anglers like Charlie Hudson (the old Dunham professional) and Nottingham George Holland. APG Fishery (Gunthorpe Lock) reverted to a members only water on this date. Fishing the Trent River Waterway June 6, 2010 by Glenn 6 Comments I am very pleased to give you a report on my latest fishing excursion. Or better still, purchase a ticket for the far bank and fish under your rod tip? Tony. Ive shown it where I think it should be but the exact geography may vary by a little either way. The boundary markers are yet to be confirmed absolutely so please be aware they may be a few swims out either way at this moment in time. Similar titles have been bestowed upon anglers hurling heavy feeders in my direction from the opposite bank. The aim of the improvements was to increase the minimum depth from a mere 2 feet (0.6 m) to 3 feet (0.9 m). Consider also carrying a space blanket. The A1 pits fishery own six large specimen waters and a good stretch of the Trent, with day tickets available from the bailiff on the bank and night fishing available. Government body the Environment Agency has received . Dace, Chublets, Roach, Bream, Perch, Barbel. Details courtesy of Phil Blackburn. Details courtesy of Marc Steven Foy. True or not, the Romans were certainly here. I have little experience on rivers and will be travelling best part of two hours to get on the water, but the lore and stories of bountiful and big tidal perch, pike and zander have drawn me in enough to step out of my comfort zone. 2023 Fishing License - Ontario Residents /outside of Ontario /Non Residents. Its possibly hard to believe but Holme Marsh village was once situated on the West bank of the River Trent until the cataclysmic flood of 1575 which changed the course of the river. Free shipping for many products! It can't be the fishing as the last couple of visits have been dire, and this Sunday was of a similar vein. For example, did you know that the Great Nottingham Cheese Riot took place in 1764 and that the mayor was knocked over by a large cheese? This may seem like a heavy feeder to anglers used to fishing smaller, more intimate rivers, with less flow.