WHAT CAN we say about Marford Farm? Situated on the upper River Lee just outside Wheathampstead on the Welwyn Garden City road, it is a superb fishery with almost a mile of bank.

Quality roach are taken in good numbers and barbel to 11lb have been taken more regularly over recent years. There are also carp to 15lb, numerous chub to 5lb, perch, monster gudgeon and some shoals of cracking dace. Split into two lengths, the shorter upstream section can be very busy whereas the downstream 'Long Walk' is often deserted and, in recent years, has produced a number of excellent specimens.

It should be mentioned here that the club was only able to take over this venue because of the amount of litter that was left when the fishery was open to the public. Thus it should be noted that we are very hard on members that leave litter behind.

Note that the club views a member is responsible for the litter in his swim regardless of how it got there. No tins or bottles are allowed. Members should check their rule books and fishery notice boards for further rules that may apply particularly start and finish times - No Night Fishing.

This is a very popular fishery and members are asked to be considerate to others and to the fish, using suitable tackle and weigh-mats.

Enjoy a photo tour of Marford Farm

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Upstream from the bridge		A nice barbel - typical of the water
One of the prime swims		Easy pickings when the chub are 'on'
Downstream on the 'Long Walk'		Shallow gravel runs feature at the top end