Hawk Pond
A challenging six-acre specimen water with 22 pegs, excellent vehicle access and the potential for exceptional bream, tench and carp.
Hawk Pond is approximately six acres in size and forms part of the H&DAA Brough Complex. There are currently 22 available pegs, with vehicle access around almost the entire perimeter of the water.
Hawk is particularly well known for its bream, tench and carp. The venue produced a club-record 15lb bream in 2026, tench can reach around 10lb and carp have been recorded to 42lb, with several fish over 30lb.
It can be a challenging water, particularly during the warmer months when weed becomes more prominent. Finding clean areas amongst the weed and fishing with confidence are important parts of approaching Hawk successfully.
Venue at a Glance
Fishing
Hawk Pond holds an excellent variety of species:
Carp
Common Bream
Tench
Roach
Rudd
Perch
Pike
Eels
Float fishing, feeder fishing and method-feeder fishing are all productive approaches.
The tench can be particularly rewarding during early spring. Fish averaging around 6–8lb are present, with specimens reaching approximately 10lb. Bream and carp can be caught throughout the year.
Carp average around 20lb, with several fish over 30lb and specimens recorded to 42lb. The bream fishing can also be exceptional, with a club-record 15lb fish recorded in 2026.
During warmer weather Hawk can become weedy. Leading around carefully to locate cleaner areas can be worthwhile, but anglers should avoid constantly changing tactics simply because the water looks difficult.
Hawk Pond Gallery
A selection of catches submitted by H&DAA members through Catch of the Month, together with photographs supplied as part of the 2027 venue review. Swipe on mobile or scroll across on desktop to see more.
Catch photographs submitted by H&DAA members through Catch of the Month and venue photographs supplied as part of the 2027 review. Tap a photograph to view the original.
Access & Parking
Enter the Brough Complex through the main gate and follow the complex signage situated near the cabin. Hawk Pond can be reached via either the left or right arm of the complex.
Vehicle access is available around almost the entire perimeter. Parking is permitted behind all pegs except the peg directly in front of the West Bank cabin.
Accessibility & Facilities
Hawk offers very good vehicle access, with approximately 95% of the pegs described as flat and accessible by car.
One peg down the Osprey Arm has a slope and the peg in front of the cabin does not have immediate parking behind it, so these areas may be less suitable for members with limited mobility.
Toilets
Accessible Toilet
Benches
Shelters
Peg-side Parking
Accessible Pegs
Hawk can be challenging for beginners. Members looking for an easier introduction to the Brough Complex may find Grebe or Kingfisher more suitable.
Important Information
Access times: Access is strictly between 5:00am and 10:00pm.
Speed limit: Maximum 5mph throughout the complex.
Weed: Do not simply pull for a break if a fish becomes heavily weeded. Contact a bailiff if assistance is required.
Peg numbers: Hawk now has 22 available pegs, not the previous 30.
Safety & Respect
Wildlife & Environment
Hawk and the surrounding Brough Complex support a wide variety of wildlife. Members may encounter numerous bird species, grass snakes and other wildlife, with bitterns also recorded around the site.
Please respect the wildlife and its habitat and leave the venue as you would wish to find it.
H&DAA Rules
All members fishing Hawk Pond must comply with the current Hull & District Anglers’ Association Rules and all notices displayed around the Brough Complex. Please observe the 5mph speed limit, keep access roads clear and respect the 5:00am–10:00pm access times.
Hull & District Anglers’ Association
Membership of HDAA is open to anyone who agrees to abide by our common-sense Fishery Rules. All membership permits run from 1st Jan to 31st December annually. Membership allows angling on most of the Association’s venues from 5.00am to 10.00pm (except Carlton on Trent where the start time is 7.00am).
Members discount scheme - up to 15% off purchases
We have teamed up with shops, companies, suppliers, etc. to offer discounts to our members on production of a valid membership card.
