Balderton Lake

In the late 1980's The Parish Council bought the lake and surrounding land to prevent a large, city-based fishing club buying it for private use. The lakeside is surrounded by housing and has been a valued local amenity for many years.

The Grove Angling Club rents the fishing rights from us and helps to take care of the water. If you wish to fish there you must join the club.

We have provided limestone surface walks all round the lake and regularly maintain its wooded areas and grasslands. 

The old railway line from Newark to Bottesford is now a cycle/walking track and is managed by the Walk, Wheel, Cycle Trust (previously known as Sustrans). This runs along the western border of the lake and gives several miles of  land for pleasant walks in traffic-free countryside.

Wildlife Crime

Following reports of alleged wildlife crime at Balderton lake, we’d like to remind everyone what to do if you witness any suspicious or illegal activity involving wildlife.

If you see wildlife crime taking place:

• If a crime is happening now or there is an immediate risk to people or wildlife, call 999.
• If it is not an emergency, report it to the police on 101 or online via Nottinghamshire Police website

If it is safe to do so, try to note:

• The date and time
• The exact location
• A description of what happened
• Descriptions of the people involved
• Vehicle registration numbers and descriptions, if applicable
• Photos or videos only if it is safe to take them - never put yourself at risk

Please do not confront anyone you believe may be committing an offence.

Every report helps protect the wildlife we all enjoy and can provide valuable information for investigating offences.

Thank you for helping to keep our local lake a safe place for wildlife and the community.

Injured Animals

If you spot and injured bird or animal at the lake, please take advice from one of the volunteer organisations listed on the Wildlife page.