Fishing for Families

About the Activity Provider

Affectionately known as ‘Pond Pete’, Peter Simmons is Kelling Heath’s very own Aquatic Specialist and a member of our Countryside team.

Peter is an Angling Trust Level 2 Angling Coach and operates many of our popular events situated at our fishing pond.

Fishing for Families

Nature watching on Kelling Heath doesn’t just end during daylight hours. In the summer months, spot Nightjars, which although can now be found at many UK sites, Kelling Heath’s population size of up to 9 pairs makes here a particularly good place to see the elusive Nightjar in the UK. A bird seldom seen due to its dusk habits and a least 9 species of bat have been recorded by Carl (out of the UK’s total of 18 species) on the park.

What will you learn on your activity?

Spend time as a family whilst getting closer to nature.  Equipment is supplied to give a taster into the world of fishing.

Pete is close at hand to assist and share his knowledge.

An introduction to angling.

Patience!

Appreciating the environment (water plants, dragonflies, water lilies)

The safe use of simple fishing equipment

The chance to catch a fish (and return it safely to the water)!

No experience necessary.

About our Fishing Pond

Home to Perch, Roach, Rudd, Gudgeon, Crucian Carp and Eels.

Peter works closely with the Environment Agency to ensure the pond is perfect for the fishing for families event.

Please note:

We recommend pond dipping for children younger than 7.

Steep slope  – not suitable for anyone with mobility issues.

Will be cancelled in extreme weather – i.e. thunderstorms.