Waitlist
THE FARRIERS WAITLIST IS NOW OPEN
Joining the Farriers Waitlist
If you’d like the chance to secure a highly sought‑after place at Farriers, here’s how to apply:
How to Apply
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Be a Carp Society member |
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All applicants must hold a valid Carp Society membership to join and remain on the waitlist. |
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Read the Waitlist Terms |
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Please ensure you’ve read the full waitlist terms before applying. |
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Call the Office |
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Contact us on 01367 253959 to start your application. |
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Pay the £150 Waitlist Deposit |
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A non‑refundable £150 deposit is required to confirm your place on the list. |
* Please note Farriers permits start on the 2nd August of each year. We start the renewals process in February; we will have a sense of available spaces in March/April for that year.
* The first-year fees on Farriers are estimated at £1030* (this includes the fee, joining fee & key deposit, less the waitlist fee) please note this price is for 2026/2027 season and is subject to change.
What Happens Next?
- Once accepted, you will be issued a waitlist number.
- The number of vacancies created from renewals; will determine the number of places available each year to those on the waitlist and the length of time before an offer is made.
- At the end of each renewal period, we will confirm your new place on the waitlist.
- You’ll remain on the list until a permit space becomes available and is offered to you in order. (with the exception of breaching the t&c's)
Waitlist Terms and conditions
• Applicants must be a member of the Society at the time to apply
• YOU MUST ensure your membership is valid whilst on the waitlist, any lapse of membership will invalidate your place on the waitlist.
• Each applicant will be asked to pay a non-refundable waitlist fee of £150
• Once all available spaces are filled, all remaining people on the waitlist will move up the wait list order for the following year, a new confirmation with your waitlist position will be emailed to you.
• If any applicant decides to be removed from the waitlist, the fee will be automatically forfeit.
• Waitlist places cannot be transferred to another angler
How/When we offer permits:
Existing permit holders will have the chance to renew their permit and any remaining places will be offered to those on the waitlist in order.
• Vacancies will be offered from mid April in order of the waitlist; we will contact you by phone/email to confirm a place is available. (It is your responsibility to ensure our contact details for you are up to date). Permits will start from 2nd August each year so it is important that we receive acceptances quickly therefor.
• The offer will only be valid for 72 hours (including weekends)
• If we do not hear from you within 72 hours (including weekends) of the initial offer (by phone/email) we will assume you do not require the space. The vacancy will be offered to the next available person on the waitlist and your waitlist place and fee will be automatically be forfeit.
• If accepting the permit, you will be asked to pay the permit fee at the time to secure your permit place.
• You will then be sent confirmation and a permit form which must be returned to us with two passport photos (or email photo) by the date on the letter. Permits and access codes will only be sent on receipt of the forms and photos.
• If you are unable to respond by phone during working hours, you can confirm acceptance by email and we can arrange a mutual time to process the payment.
• If a vacancy is offered to you and not taken up, you will automatically forfeit your place on the waitlist and waitlist fee. You will not be able to defer your application.
Note: The waitlist fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. This fee is separate from any permit fees on a successful placement.
Permits
Experience Farriers — one of the Carp Society’s most sought‑after permit‑only waters.
Our annual permit season run from 2nd August to 1st August, with access limited to around 85 dedicated anglers, ensuring a peaceful, high‑quality fishing environment.
Permit prices are reviewed each year, and all current permit holders are contacted directly with the latest rates and renewal details.
We offer existing anglers the first opportunity to renew their place. Any remaining spots are then offered to the waitlist in order — giving every angler a fair chance to enjoy this exceptional venue.
Please note: Permits are non‑transferable and non‑refundable.
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