Some ‘bad angler’ killed our Aerator at Luckfield very recently. I’ve just removed 20mtrs of heavy line, a massive weight & shark hook from around the propeller (image attached or view it on the website/FB).

A couple of things that need to be said:

1. Do not cast close to the Aerator, near is ok, but if you don’t have the ability, keep well away.

2. The line removed is like a tow rope, please be sensible on diameter of line or we might need to add a maximum strength rule (must have been big line to kill the aerator).

3. IT IS A BARBED HOOK & big enough to land a great white! Be warned…the bailiffs/committee will be checking hooks, mats etc, if caught you will be told to leave immediately & given a 1 & only warning before having your membership withdrawn without refund.