We use cookies to ensure our site functions properly and to store limited information about your usage. You may give or withdraw consent at any time. To find out more, read our privacy policy and cookie policy.
Manage Cookies
A cookie is information stored on your computer by a website you visit. Cookies often store your settings for a website, such as your preferred language or location. This allows the site to present you with information customized to fit your needs. As per the GDPR law, companies need to get your explicit approval to collect your data. Some of these cookies are ‘strictly necessary’ to provide the basic functions of the website and can not be turned off, while others if present, have the option of being turned off. Learn more about our Privacy and Cookie policies. These can be managed also from our cookie policy page.
Strictly necessary cookies(always on):
Necessary for enabling core functionality. The website cannot function properly without these cookies. This cannot be turned off. e.g. Sign in, Language
Analytics cookies:
Analytical cookies help us to analyse user behaviour, mainly to see if the users are able to find and act on things that they are looking for. They allow us to recognise and count the number of visitors and to see how visitors move around our website when they are using it. Tools used: Google Analytics
No analytics cookies have been enabled on this site. There are no cookies to review.
Singleton Lake - Proposal for Public Spaces Protection Orders in Ashford
Share Singleton Lake - Proposal for Public Spaces Protection Orders in Ashford on FacebookShare Singleton Lake - Proposal for Public Spaces Protection Orders in Ashford on TwitterShare Singleton Lake - Proposal for Public Spaces Protection Orders in Ashford on LinkedinEmail Singleton Lake - Proposal for Public Spaces Protection Orders in Ashford link
Singleton Lake Public Spaces Protection Order Consultation
Ashford Borough Council is seeking your views on the renewal to the current Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) for Singleton Lake (see the map on the following page), the proposed renewal includes changes to the wording of two existing restrictions. PSPOs are legal tools introduced under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 to help councils tackle persistent anti-social behaviour (ASB) issues that negatively impact the quality of life in public places. They are designed to ensure that everyone can enjoy these areas safely and responsibly.
The current PSPO was implemented to address behaviours that have been identified as causing nuisance or harm to the community, such lighting fires, removing or interfering with lifesaving equipment and other activities that undermine public safety and wellbeing. These measures are part of our ongoing commitment to reduce anti-social behaviour (ASB), improve community safety, and maintain a welcoming environment for residents and visitors.
Your feedback is essential. This consultation gives you the opportunity to share your views on the proposed renewal of the existing PSPO and suggest any additional issues you believe should be considered. The responses will help shape the final decision and ensure that the PSPO reflects the needs and priorities of the local community.
Please read the accompanying information carefully and complete the questionnaire by the closing date. Together, we can make Ashford’s public places safer and more enjoyable for everyone.
Restrictions
The current PSPO restricts the following activities in public places as defined by the attached map. These restrictions in this wording will remain the same on the proposed PSPO.
All anglers must have a valid ticket for fishing at the lake from an authorised agent of Ashford Borough Council.
All anglers must have appropriate rod licence issued by the Environment Agency with them and produce on demand.
No night fishing – No anglers shall fish at the lake between sunset and sunrise.
All anglers must fish from the platforms/swims/pegs provided.
All fish caught must be returned to the lake whether dead or alive.
Water birds must not be driven away by throwing stones or any missile.
No lighting of fires.
No damage shall be done to the bankside, trees or water plants by digging, cutting or otherwise.
No person may remove, displace or otherwise interfere with any life saving equipment (except in an emergency).
No person may deposit in or on land controlled waste.
No person may enter the water at any time (except in an emergency situation)
No amplified music, radio, or other audio is to be played through any device, electronic or otherwise, with exception of audio devices used in conjunction personal headphones that effectively remain inaudible to other users of the public space.
No boating on the lake.
The proposed changes to the wording of some existing restrictions are;
No person shall refuse to stop drinking alcohol or hand over any containers (sealed or unsealed) which are believed to contain alcohol, when required, to do so by an authorised officer in order to prevent public nuisance or disorder within the designated public space.
No person shall use foul or abusive language likely to cause harassment, alarm, or distress.
No person shall erect any non-permanent structure, including tents or pallet houses, in public spaces without prior authorisation.
No person shall urinate or defecate in any public place.
Any person who without reasonable excuse, fails to comply with requirements of the order commits an offence and shall be liable to a fixed penalty notice of a £100.
Current Map:
There are no proposed changes to the map.
Consultation
If you have any further questions please email the Ashford Community Safety Unit at csu@ashford.gov.uk or call 01233 331111.
We ask that feedback is received by midnight on Sunday 22nd March 2026.
Singleton Lake Public Spaces Protection Order Consultation
Ashford Borough Council is seeking your views on the renewal to the current Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) for Singleton Lake (see the map on the following page), the proposed renewal includes changes to the wording of two existing restrictions. PSPOs are legal tools introduced under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 to help councils tackle persistent anti-social behaviour (ASB) issues that negatively impact the quality of life in public places. They are designed to ensure that everyone can enjoy these areas safely and responsibly.
The current PSPO was implemented to address behaviours that have been identified as causing nuisance or harm to the community, such lighting fires, removing or interfering with lifesaving equipment and other activities that undermine public safety and wellbeing. These measures are part of our ongoing commitment to reduce anti-social behaviour (ASB), improve community safety, and maintain a welcoming environment for residents and visitors.
Your feedback is essential. This consultation gives you the opportunity to share your views on the proposed renewal of the existing PSPO and suggest any additional issues you believe should be considered. The responses will help shape the final decision and ensure that the PSPO reflects the needs and priorities of the local community.
Please read the accompanying information carefully and complete the questionnaire by the closing date. Together, we can make Ashford’s public places safer and more enjoyable for everyone.
Restrictions
The current PSPO restricts the following activities in public places as defined by the attached map. These restrictions in this wording will remain the same on the proposed PSPO.
All anglers must have a valid ticket for fishing at the lake from an authorised agent of Ashford Borough Council.
All anglers must have appropriate rod licence issued by the Environment Agency with them and produce on demand.
No night fishing – No anglers shall fish at the lake between sunset and sunrise.
All anglers must fish from the platforms/swims/pegs provided.
All fish caught must be returned to the lake whether dead or alive.
Water birds must not be driven away by throwing stones or any missile.
No lighting of fires.
No damage shall be done to the bankside, trees or water plants by digging, cutting or otherwise.
No person may remove, displace or otherwise interfere with any life saving equipment (except in an emergency).
No person may deposit in or on land controlled waste.
No person may enter the water at any time (except in an emergency situation)
No amplified music, radio, or other audio is to be played through any device, electronic or otherwise, with exception of audio devices used in conjunction personal headphones that effectively remain inaudible to other users of the public space.
No boating on the lake.
The proposed changes to the wording of some existing restrictions are;
No person shall refuse to stop drinking alcohol or hand over any containers (sealed or unsealed) which are believed to contain alcohol, when required, to do so by an authorised officer in order to prevent public nuisance or disorder within the designated public space.
No person shall use foul or abusive language likely to cause harassment, alarm, or distress.
No person shall erect any non-permanent structure, including tents or pallet houses, in public spaces without prior authorisation.
No person shall urinate or defecate in any public place.
Any person who without reasonable excuse, fails to comply with requirements of the order commits an offence and shall be liable to a fixed penalty notice of a £100.
Current Map:
There are no proposed changes to the map.
Consultation
If you have any further questions please email the Ashford Community Safety Unit at csu@ashford.gov.uk or call 01233 331111.
We ask that feedback is received by midnight on Sunday 22nd March 2026.
There are no proposed changes to the map.
