STEVE Priestley caused a splash when he netted a 21 pound 12 ounce pike.

The Deane fisherman, who fishes all over the country for big carp or pike, landed the catch of the day at Borrick Fishery in Morcambe.

In other angling news, a barrier has been placed on the road to Cartwheel Lodge by the council. Permits are available through Elton Tackle, Fisherman’s Way and Glazebrook Angling on production of membership cards.

Sunday: Atkinson Cartwheel Lodge,Tottington. Working party on Wednesday, May 13, tidy up at Cartwheel Lodge 6pm.

Northwest Disabled Anglers are holding a fundraising match for the national team at Partridge Lakes, Culcheth, near Warrington, on May 25. Tickets are £20 per man. Four section prizes. Total of £1,000 payout plus barbeque after the match.

The group also run open matches every Thursday at the same venue, £10 per man. Details from John Moore on 01204 412397.

Results Macey’s Fishery Bury Open - Saturday, April 25: 1. Lee Riley 24lb 4oz (fished fish and bread to the far bank). 2. Tony Rath 18lb 4oz (varied bait to the far bank). 3. Ken Entwistle 14lb 10oz (fished with pole, worm pellets and caster).

Prestwich and Macey’s AC Gorsty Hall: 1. Jason Cornick 17lb 8oz. 2. Jim Holland 17lb1oz. 3. Barry Halliwell with 16lb 8oz. All fished poles with varied baits.

Next match at Macey’s on Saturday, May 2, draw 9am.