Stanton Fishing Club  –  official club clothing.

A message from our sponsor…….

I would like to start by introducing myself to all members. My name is Neil Wright and a fellow member of Stanton Fishing Club. It isn’t just the fishing that attracted me to the club, where else in the area can you find 3 secluded ponds and canal stretch surrounded by trees and wildlife. I actually feel honoured to be a member of this club!

My 40-year career has been in the clothing industry so it is in my blood that fellow members would be equally as proud to display the club logo on their fishing attire. After discussion with the committee, we produced a small range of samples which you may have already viewed on this Facebook page. I have to say, after just one hour the response was amazing and I thank you for making your comments.

It appears that many of you are quite eager to start displaying the club logo as soon as possible which is a fantastic reaction. The initial range of products will be live on our website next week and are aiming for a launch date of Wednesday 3^rd February.

The committee have made the decision to offer 2 colours, Grey or Green in a range of different items such as Hoodies, Sweatshirts, Polo shirts, Shell jackets, winter hats and peak caps. (No other colours available unless announced by the committee) By offering just 2 colours, it keeps the price down and keeps the ‘uniformed’ look running through the club. Other items may be added throughout the year but the colour range must remain as Grey or Green.

Where to buy? It couldn’t be easier or more convenient for you to get these products…….

Our business is in the middle of Ilkeston, situated just a minutes’ walk from the large Ilkeston Tesco, just at the back of McDonalds. Under ‘normal’ circumstances we would simply open our doors for you to walk in and buy. However, we have this wretched Covid situation to consider which means for the time being, you must make your purchases online. We will allow free collection from our premises or deliver directly to your home or work address. Until restrictions are lifted, we must operate within the boundaries to keep everyone safe and healthy.

If you click on www.workwear-online.co.uk you will see that our main business is the supply of workwear and PPE to local industry. Down the left hand side of the page you will find a NEW heading….. Stanton Fishing Club. Simply click on here to view the range of clothing available. If you are at all unsure of your size, please call 0115 930 5290 (press option 1) or email neil@aacuniforms.co.uk Myself or Deborah will be delighted to assist.

Good morning everyone

The Government have now formally responded to the representations made by the Angling Trust. We have promoted the huge benefits of fishing on individual health and wellbeing and have been able to present a case to which the Government have listened. On this basis I am pleased to announce that fishing will be permitted during the third national lockdown in England.

The Head of Sports Participation at DCMS confirmed the following;

“fishing is allowed as exercise so long as participants adhere to the rules on staying local, gathering limits, social distancing and limiting the time spent outdoors”

This has also been confirmed by DEFRA;

“Cabinet Office have now officially confirmed that angling / fishing (incl. sea fishing off private boats, water sports) can be considered exercise and are hence permitted.”

We have worked extremely hard to reach this position and we as anglers have a duty to abide by the strict conditions under which fishing is once again permitted. With infection rates and death tolls rising we must stick to the Government’s rules and ensure that angling remains part of the solution and does not cause problems.

Please bear in mind these key points which will be reflected in the new Angling Trust guidelines which we will publish shortly:

– This is a strictly limited resumption of LOCAL fishing and very different to how we have been allowed to operate since May
– We are in a National Lockdown and this must be respected. The law requires a ‘reasonable excuse’ to leave your home or penalties will apply.

– The government has recognised that fishing can be seen as exercise, which is expressly permitted under the lockdown rules, although outdoor recreation is not.
– Organised sporting gatherings are prohibited so no match fishing.
– The exercise is limited to once a day so no overnight fishing whatsoever.
– To remain within the law you should follow the government’s guidance, and only fish locally within the district where you live. If you have no local fishing available then you will have to take your daily exercise in other ways.

We are once again able to enjoy the sport we love at a time when many others can not and we must ensure that every angler adheres to the rules.

I would ask all anglers who are not members to join the Angling Trust and give us your support. We have worked tirelessly to achieve this outcome and that is only possible thanks to the support of our new and existing members. I would ask all anglers who value their ability to go fishing to make the same commitment as your fellow anglers have and join the Angling Trust. We are stronger together!

Stay safe and very best fishes

Jamie Cook

CEO – Angling Trust