Anglers across Newcastle Under Lyme are in uproar after a water firm pulled the plug on fly fishing at a local reservoir. The decision brings the popular pastime to an end after this season, dealing what campaigners are calling a "major" blow to the fishing community in the area.
The bombshell announcement has sparked real disappointment among rod-and-line enthusiasts who regularly cast their lines at the spot. Many Newcastle Under Lyme anglers have questioned what the future holds for fishing in the region following the water company's move.
Fly fishing has been a treasured activity for local enthusiasts, and the closure marks the end of an era at the Newcastle Under Lyme reservoir. The decision to axe the pastime has left the fishing community reeling from what they see as a significant setback.
Campaigners have rallied against the water firm's decision, with many questioning the reasoning behind shutting down access to the reservoir for fishing. The closure will have ripple effects across the local angling community when the ban comes into force after this season ends.