Taunton Angling Association
Terms & Conditions

As of January 2026, the following core terms apply based on their established Constitution and Bye-Laws.

• Validity Period: Annual memberships run from 16th June to 15th June of the following year.
• Requirement for Licensing: All members must be bona-fide holders of a valid Environment Agency (EA) Rod Licence.
• Non-Transferability: Permits and day tickets are strictly non-transferable.
• Proof of Purchase: For online bookings, anglers must carry their booking confirmation email (or a screenshot for areas with poor reception, like Wych Lodge) as proof of purchase for bailiffs. 

• Acceptable Use: You must use this website only for lawful purposes. You are strictly prohibited from using the TAA website, including any contact forms or community features, to:

  (a). Harass, abuse, or bully any person, including fellow members, club officials, or bailiffs.
  (b). Post or transmit any material that is offensive, threatening, abusive, hateful, or inflammatory.
  (c). Engage in anti-social behavior or cause "needless anxiety" to any other user.
  (d). Discriminate based on race, sex, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

• Personal Use: Users may only use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes and must not modify any site material. Users should be responsible for their own account security and passwords.
• Data Protection: TAA adheres to UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Personal data is used solely for club administration and will not be disclosed to third parties.
• Account Termination: Requesting the deletion of personal data results in the immediate termination of membership. 

• Liability Disclaimer: The Association admits no liability for any events, injury, or loss arising from members fishing in TAA waters.
• Environmental Conduct: Members are personally responsible for any damage caused. Wilfully disturbing wildlife or leaving litter can result in immediate expulsion.
• Equipment Restrictions:
  • Hooks: Still waters (Wych Lodge, Maunsel Ponds, Pines Pond) require barbless, whisker, or micro-barb hooks; fully barbed hooks are banned.
  • Prohibited Items: Bait boats, gaffs, and "automatic rod holder strike devices" (including the OMC Magic Twig) are strictly forbidden.
  • Fish Care: Anglers must use fit-for-purpose unhooking tools and suitably sized unhooking mats.

• Bailiff Authority: TAA bailiffs or any other member may require the production of a membership card or permit. Failure to provide proof allows the club to treat the individual as a trespasser.
• Rule Breaches: Contravention of rules can lead to a Council of Management hearing, resulting in warnings, one-year bans, or permanent expulsion.