Luton Angling Club - Weekly News, Information and Catch Report Roundup - Week Ending 25th January 2026

Another typical January week this week, with very few catch reports coming in. 

Beckerings Reservoir
Amer Jawad fished the reservoir on Saturday and said there were only a few brave souls there, His visit was well worth it though as in a short 3 hour session he had a number of Bream to 7lb.
Amer Jawad - Beckerings
North House Lake
As the Rivers were in flood, club chairman Fergal O'Kane fished North House for Pike last Sunday and just missed the deadline for last weeks report, During his session he lost a couple of Jacks , then managed to land a bigger one at 11lb 5oz.
Fergal O'Kane Pike - North House Lake

Thats all we have in terms of catch reports this week, but we have some other information and content that you may be interested in.

Barry Stevenson a long time club member and stalwart Work party volunteer was going through some of his old stuff and found some pictures of himself in 1997 on a successful session at Lavendon Mill Upstream where he caught Carp and Tench.
Barry Stevenson - Lavendon 1997
Barry Stevenson - Lavendon 1997
Barry Stevenson - Lavendon 1997
Seeing Barry's pictures prompted Wyboston Bailiff Brian Turner to dig out an even older photo from North House which was taken in 1990 and shows Brian with a Bream that he caugh from the peg known as "no carp corner". We hope, provided that we receive some pictures from our members, to make this a regular weekly feature called "In the net history" so please do send in some of your pictures - The older the better..... We already have one lined up for next week. You can send the pictures via the catch reports section on the club website or via message through our social media pages.
Brian Turner - North House Lake - 1990
Coaching Classroom Session - 24th January 2026
Our Coaching team held another well attended Junior coaching session at the Bushmead community Hub on Saturday afternoon and it was an enjoyable day for everyone who attended.
During this session we were able to distribute some donated tackle items to those who needed them. Thank you to all those who have kindly donated items for our juniors to make use of.
Some of our young anglers brought along the rig making boards they had made over the Christmas holidays for us to see.
We played a game throwing bean bags (simulating balls of groundbait) which were thrown left handed from a sitting position, the aim being to accurately hit a target as you would when fishing.
The Kingfishers also had a session on different types of hooks, and we demonstrated hair rigs and hair rigging of baits.
Following this there we focused on how to set up a waggler rod correctly. The CRT award progress books were signed off for those who remembered to bring them, so the young anglers can obtain their progress certificates.
Next Saturday (31st January 2026) we host a CRT Coaching Conference from 9am until 4:30pm a Buffet lunch is included. This conference is aimed at existing and potential new coaches and volunteers and we will cover what is needed and what is involved to obtain the necessary coaching qualifications.
There is a small charge for tickets of £6.00 (to cover venue hire etc) We do still have some spaces available. Visit Eventbrite using the link below to book a place.
One of the greatest rewards is taking someone who’s never fished before and watching them grow into confident, capable anglers. Seeing that first spark of excitement when they catch a fish, the smiles that follow, and the pride they carry as they represent the Club at the CRT Celebration events in Shropshire… it’s something special.


Coaching session at Bushmead
Coaching session at Bushmead
Coaching session at Bushmead

That's all we have for this weeks round-up. Please send in any catch reports or pictures as they are greatly appreciated and help us keep this report and our social media pages active.

Tight Lines

Dave M
Luton Angling Club.
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Luton Angling Club - Weekly News, Information and Catch Report Roundup - Week Ending 18th January 2026

Very quiet on the bank this week, Cold, damp weather and steady rain have kept both anglers and fish subdued, so we haven't had any catch reports. 

Nothing really unusual for mid‑January — once the weather settles, the sport and catch reports will no doubt pick up again. 

If you do manage to get out on the bank please do send in any catch reports as anything this time of year helps us produce this weekly report, It doesn't have to be a specimen catch report - we enjoy receiving details of any of your outings even if you blank, as venue condition reports, pictures of nature and the scenery are all greatly appreciated.

We are already starting to get enquiries about 2026/27 membership which starts on 1st June 2026, Our membership renewals take place in April and following the renewals any remaining memberships will go on sale in May to new members. We do not have a waiting list and all membership for new members is first come first served - You can register your interest for membership via the home page at www.lutonanglingclub.co.uk and you will then be contacted when membership goes on sale.

Wednesday Match Group - January Update
Our Wednesday match group whilst not out on the bank during January are busy behind the scenes and are planning their 2026/27 activities. They sent us in this January update.

"After our end of year get together at the Globe before Christmas we have a break during January before returning to the banks again at the start of February.
However, that doesn’t mean we haven’t been busy getting things sorted out for the 2026 /27 Season. Which isn’t too far away.
We had a very successful and well attended lunchtime meeting at the Globe on Wednesday to discuss venues and set our program from June 2026 until end of May 2027 and we also discussed some new ideas for events and competitions, and already have the Sunday competition dates in the diary.
We already have a heat of the CRT Canal Pairs competition in May and are running several Junior competitions, as well and investigating putting a team into the Division 2 National in September, which is to be held around Northampton. We need 10 anglers and a Non Fishing Steward to enter, if anyone wanted to join the team we need to know ASAP.
We will continue to un our Wednesday League and run the popular Canal Pick and Choose head to Head competition which was revived last year and very well supported.
One of our members is looking to arranging some group tuition sessions with famous name anglers, and another group are investigating running a short evening Mini Series in the summer based on the Canal, all exciting developments.
It’s also intended to reintroduce the Charlie Olney Memorial Whip only match (Max Length 4 metres) to be held on the GUC, perhaps as an evening fixture. Charlie was a very long standing Luton Member who lived in Oak road by the football ground, and won his first Luton trophies before WWII (1934 I believe) and he then continued to fish Luton matches until he passed away at over 90 years of age, Charlie at one time achieved fame as the oldest regular match angler in the country, and loved his whip fishing.
Our Assistant Match Secretaries grandad used to fish with Charlie in times gone by, do you have any fishing memories of Charlie?

If you do, we would love for you to get in touch and share the stories"


A1 Road Closures - Affecting travel to Wyboston venues and Eaton Ford.
Probably the only other thing worth mentioning is to keep an eye on any upcoming closures of the A1 which may affect your travel to North House Lake, South Lagoon, The River at Wyboston and Eaton Ford.

As far as January goes there are some overnight Northbound closures planned for the last week of January. The Northbound carriageway will be closed between Tempsford and the Black Cat roundabout overnight (9pm to 5am) from Monday 26 to Friday 30 January 2026.

It's worth checking the National Highways website at the link below for the most up to date information about the works taking place on the A1 at Black Cat as these are ongoing until 2027.


A1 Road Closures - Black Cat

Thats all we have for this week.

Tight Lines

Dave M
Luton Angling Club.



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Luton Angling Club - Weekly News, Information and Catch Report Roundup - Week Ending 11th January 2026

Here is this weeks news, information and catch report round up for the week ending 11th January 2026.

With temperatures plunging, many of our waters have spent the week locked under ice. Storm Goretti then added to the challenge, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds through the latter part of the week. Unsurprisingly, opportunities to get out on the bank have been few, and most members sensibly chose to stay warm at home. As a result, our catch reports are understandably sparse this week.

Our bailiffs have continued to keep members informed about conditions across the venues. With forecasts suggesting a slight rise in temperatures over the coming week, we’re hopeful that the ice will clear and our waters will be fully fishable again soon.

As of Saturday 10th January the latest reports from our venues are as follows. 

Beckerings: 90% frozen but thawing out with pegs 3 -16 fishable up to 2 rod lengths out.

South Lagoon: About 70% of the lagoon is now fishable just the shallower end still frozen.

North House Lake:Still fully frozen over.

If you are out and about and are passing any of our venues, a quick photo and/or message via our social media pages showing current conditions is always appreciated and will be used to keep other members up to date with current venue and water conditions.

Biddenham - River Great Ouse
The only catch report we've had this week was from Daniel Hymus who fished the Biddenham stretch of the River Ouse and had 2 Pike, The biggest was 11lb.
Daniel Hymus - Pike, River Ouse Biddenham

LET’S FISH COACHING WORKSHOP – SATURDAY 31 JANUARY.
There is an upcoming event which is aimed at all existing coaches, volunteers and any prospective angling coaches or volunteers.
We’re bringing coaches, volunteers and also potential future coaches and volunteers together for a full day of learning, discussion, and practical insight — all focused on maintaining the Let’s Fish standards and delivering the Let’s Fish Fishing & Environment Awards Programme.
Cost is £6-00 with a buffet lunch provided. The event is being held at Bushmead Community Hub in Luton on the 31st January 2026.
If you are involved with or interested in becoming an angling coach or volunteering with the coaching activities please come along and find out more on how you can get involved.

More details and booking via EventBrite at the link below.


Let's Fish Coaching Workshop (Jan 2025)

UPDATE TO SHOOT DATES BECKERINGS:
Members should be aware that Beckerings Reservoir will be CLOSED all day on the following two dates.
Thursday 15th January 2026
Friday 23rd January 2026
These closures are due to shooting events that will take place around and inside the perimeter of the venue, therefore we have been asked to close the venue.
No night bookings will be taken for overnight on the 14th & 15th January or the 22nd & 23rd January.

That’s all we have for this week. If you do manage to get out for a session, we’d really appreciate an update, catch report or photo to help keep everyone informed.

Stay warm, stay safe, and tight lines to those venturing out.

Dave M
Luton Angling Club.
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Luton Angling Club - Weekly News, Information and Catch Report Roundup - Week Ending 4th January 2026

Firstly we would like to wish everyone a a Very Happy New Year and we hope that 2026 brings you tight lines, many new PB's and lot's of enjoyable days on the bank.

We have ended this week with most of our lakes frozen over due to the very cold temperatures. At the time of writing this report North house is covered by a thick layer of Ice, South Lagoon is also almost fully frozen over except for a small area far out in the middle by the fountain. Beckerings is frozen around some of the margins although is not fully frozen at this time.

Rivers are looking in good condition for those eager to get out on the bank. Please let us know how you get on if you do get out.

North House Lake - Frozen Over
South Lagoon and River Ouse at Wyboston

Last week, on 21st December, Kletos managed a 16lb 4oz Pike from South Lagoon, the fish was captured right at the end of the day.
He was helped by a really nice gentleman called Eddie who assisted with the netting and weighing, which was much appreciated.
The best result of the year for Kletos on his first season back on the bank for a number of years, came this week when on Monday 29th December his son Nathaniel caught a 5lb Chub during their session on the River Ouse at Wyboston.
The fish was caught with Legered Worms just a stones throw from the nearside bank just as the day turned into darkness. It was a great looking fish and certainly larger than any Chub Kletos has ever caught.
He has submitted a Junior Club Record claim on Nathaniels behalf.
Kletos was a Junior Record holder himself from 1991 up until 2022 with a 2lb 4oz Perch.
Nathaniel with a River Ouse Chub (Wyboston)
Kletos with a South Lagoon Pike
Kletos with a South Lagoon Pike
A scenic shot of the River taken by Kletos 
A scenic shot of the River taken by Kletos
a Friendly Robin at Wyboston

On 30th December Marek Zanko caught this Pike from Peg 5 on the South Lagoon at Wyboston. It's weight was reported at 22lb.
Marek Zanko - Pike 22lb from South Lagoon

Mark North fished the River at Wyboston on Tuesday. He fished a stick float with maggot and had a few dace and chub.

Mark North - Chub from the River at Wyboston
Mark North - Chub from the River at Wyboston
Mark North - Catch from the River at Wyboston
Mark North - Catch from the River at Wyboston

Wednesday Match Group - 2025 End of Year Roundup.
Our Wednesday outings for 2025 ended with our Christmas match and Celebration buffet at The Globe on 17th December.
It was the end of another successful year, where we have all enjoyed the general atmosphere, company, banter and general support we try to give each other and had a good time each week. The weather hasn’t always been kind, and we seemed to have more than our fair share of rainy Wednesdays, but that’s fishing!
To all those who fish with us and haven’t enjoyed the best of health this year or have undergone medical treatments and operations we wish you all well, and we hope you have felt supported, you were certainly missed, as will be Dave Smith who sadly passed away earlier this year.
To those who joined us for the first time on Wednesdays we hope you have enjoyed fishing with us and will want to continue to do so.
Thanks to everyone who has helped to run the outing every week, it is a team effort given the numbers and work involved, but Ray, Barry, Tracey and Terry are all deserving of mention for the effort they put in, so a very big thank you from everyone.
The fishing like the weather has been a bit up and down, but we have made the most of it and enjoyed ourselves, and we have some great stats this year, thanks again to Tracey and Ray for their hard work.
Some Interesting Match Group Stats for 2025
This year 43 different Luton AC members have taken part in the 45 Wednesday matches (to 10 December), including 4 juniors. We have collectively had 657 angler participation visits, an average of 14.6 anglers per match, resulting in collectively 3,285 hours on the bank (136 days & 21 hours) Our record attendance was 17th December where 26 fished.
Terry Vickers attended the most matches with 40 appearances, followed by Ray Burton, Simon Foulkes and Dave Ridley all with 35 appearances.
The total weight of fish caught by all Wednesday anglers over the 45 matches was 4,371lb 10oz , with two anglers getting over 100lb in an individual match, Jack O’Brien (one of our talented Juniors) at How End and Colin Kidd at St Albans Lakes.
There have been 22 different match winners, Simon Foulkes leading the way with 8 wins, followed by Richard Gibbs and Sean Leatherland with 5 each and Andy Frankum with 3 wins.

26 different venues have been fished, giving 16 canal matches, 11 river matches and 18 commercial/lake venues We have used 27 club venues and 18 "away" venues.
Another interesting and important statistic which was pointed out by Tony Hickmott having been overlooked by the author of this round up (Dennis Hunt) was the 1,314 Werthers Original
sweets consumed by the group.
The annual Hotfishin' league has been strongly contested again this year with Sean Leatherland securing the title with one week to go, leaving Andy Frankum and Simon Foulkes fighting it out for 2nd and 3rd place in the final match on 17th December.
The final placings were:
1. Sean Leatherland 356 points
2. Andy Frankum 343 points
3. Simon Foulkes 341points
4. Dave Ridley 324 points
5. Colin Holmes 315b points
6. Dennis Hunt 313 points
7. Barry Roper 311 points
8. Richard Darbon 292 points
9. Chris Howard 271 points
10. Richard Gibbs 249 points
As we ended the year with a small financial surplus in our Wednesday peg fund we have decided to make a £150 donation to the Prostate Cancer Charity.
We now start our winter break, and won’t fish again as a group until February.
We hope Club members and others enjoy reading our match reports each week and all of the match group wish you all a great New Year, and ‘Tight Lines’ for 2026

Thats all we have for this week, Please keep your catch reports coming in as they are all appreciated. You can send them in via social media (Facebook or Instagram) or via the catch report section of the website.
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