Fleets Dam Fishery is a mature commercial day ticket fishery. The fishery comprises an attractive lake extending to approximately 10.1 acres (4.1 ha), surrounded by mature trees, within a site extending to approximately 15.5 acres (6.3 ha). The Fishery The lake was originally constructed in the 19th Century to provide water for industrial businesses. It has the benefit of a ground water supply, 75 well maintained pegs, 3 wind powered aerators and good access around the lake for both pedestrian and vehicular access. The lake is reasonably well screened with broadleaf trees and is well maintained with grassed areas mown regularly. The fishery is managed as a day ticket and lifestyle business. Fish Stock The lake is stocked predominantly with carp to 20lbs, bream, roach, rudd and perch. The match record is 153lbs. Woodland To the north of the lake is a block of mixed woodland extending to approximately 3 acres (1.2 ha). Public Right of Way There is a public footpath which runs down the main access track and along the western side of the lake.
Overage The land will be subject to an overage provision for 25 years. 30% of the uplift in value attributable to development is payable and triggered by the grant of planning permission. Tenure & Possession The property is offered for sale freehold as a whole. Fixtures, Fittings & Stock The sale includes the commercial fixtures and fittings and fish stocks within the lake. Fenn Wright are not liable in any way for the quality or quantity of the fish stocks, nor any death or disease that may affect such stocks. Purchasers must satisfy themselves as to the quality and quantity of the fish stocks prior to purchase.
Location
The property is located close to the centre of Barnsley with good access to the motorway network (M1). The property is accessed off Smithies Lane with good access over a hard track to the fishery car park. There is a security barrier so that the fishery can be made secure at night.