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Stoke lakes are situated
between farmland and the Medway marshes, consisting of three lakes,
at Middle Stoke. The first Lake, referred to as the Delf, is an
''L''- shaped lake, with deeper margins and raised middle areas.
This lake is the Farm's primary source of irrigation for the
surrounding land, resulting in variable water levels in the warmer
months, at times unfishable. {Notices will advise members of this
lake's closure to fishing, if necessary}. Further on from the Delf
are two ''stock ponds''; this area is designated as part of a site
of special scientific interest (SSSI). Both ponds are naturally
weeded, with established reed beds, populated by a wide variety of
wildlife.
Working in conjunction
with The Environment Agency, the club plans to reduce the crowding
of reeds and control weed growth, to open up the waters and provide
a more balanced habitat for the inhabitants of these ponds, and
provide better area for fishing.
All the lakes
have a large population of Rudd and a good head of Carp averaging
from 6lbs-10lbs, appealing to the pleasure angler, with a few 20's
to add to the excitement. Chub to 1 ½ lbs, and eels, are the only
predatory fish present. |
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