A FISHERMAN has been left devastated after his favourite reservoir was closed to anglers - despite the easing of the Covid-19 lockdown. Keen angler Gary Weller was disappointed to learn that the fishery at Arlington Reservoir will remain closed even after the easing of restrictions. Fishing is currently allowed under coronavirus guidelines and is included alongside other sporting activities as a legitimate form of outdoor exercise. But, South East Water said it could not could afford to keep the reservoir open for trout fishing amid the uncertainty caused by the pandemic . And it would instead be prioritising the safety of people visiting the beauty spot, near Hailsham, for walks.
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AN INCREDIBLE video shows a playful seal capturing and eating a big fish in the River Adur. The clip shows the seal holding the fish in his mouth before disappearing underwater to tuck into his meal. Julie Curram took the video shortly before 3pm on Saturday when she was crossing the bridge by The Ropetackle Arts Centre in Shoreham. The sighting was reported to Brighton Dolphin Project - an organisation which aims to “inspire and engage the local community to learn about the incredible marine wildlife off the Sussex coast”. A spokesman said that the charity has received several reports of common harbour seals being sighted around Sussex.