For more than 120 years, Ashford Angling Society has been at the heart of the local angling community. Founded in 1902, we have grown into one of the most respected and friendly fishing clubs in Kent, proudly offering a wide selection of waters for anglers of all ages and abilities. Our focus has always been on providing a safe, secure and enjoyable angling environment, and we are continually investing in our lakes and facilities to make your experience the best it can be.
We are proud to be known as a family-orientated society, welcoming anglers from complete beginners to lifelong enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy peaceful pleasure sessions, competitive match fishing, river angling or carp fishing, our waters offer countless opportunities to learn, explore and challenge yourself. With a friendly and supportive membership base, you will always feel part of a club that values community as much as it values great fishing.
At Surrenden, we are committed to providing a safe, secure and professionally managed fishery where anglers can relax and enjoy exceptional fishing with complete peace of mind. Our exclusive Surrenden complex operates a locked security gate system, and all anglers are registered through a trackable membership programme, ensuring a secure, members-only environment at all times.
This controlled access protects both our community and the long-term quality of the fishery, preserving it for future generations. Security, safety and member experience are at the heart of everything we do — creating a welcoming, well-maintained venue for anglers of all ages.
We continuously invest in fish stocking programmes, habitat improvements and water quality management to maintain healthy lakes and thriving fish stocks. Our goal is simple: to offer some of the most exciting, diverse and enjoyable coarse fishing for all the family in Kent within a secure, well-managed setting.
Ashford Angling Society continues to build on more than a century of angling heritage, striving to offer excellent fishing opportunities for every member. Whether you’re landing a winter Roach, competing on our match lake, exploring the river stretches or helping a junior angler catch their first fish at Jay Lake, you’ll find something special every time you visit.
We invite you to explore our waters, become part of our community, and experience angling the way it should be—peaceful, exciting and accessible to all.
