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Fishing for tench

Fishing for tench

At last, the short days of winter are slowly receding and the promise of spring is in the air. Along the hedgerows snow drops and crocuses abound and if they could speak would surely be saying, “Things are on the… 11th May 2026 - Malcolm Parnell
Our guide to fishing this spring 2026

Our guide to fishing this spring 2026

With the worst of the weather over (we hope!) and with spring finally here, it’s time to clean out that tackle box and get on the bank for some spring time fishing. 25th Mar 2026 - Malcolm Parnell
Exciting updates from The Folly Lakes: Getting ready for a record-breaking summer

Exciting updates from The Folly Lakes: Getting ready for a record-breaking summer

The Folly Lakes in Cambridgeshire is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious big-carp venues in the UK. Known for its seclusion and its incredible stock of original fish, including specimens reaching over 50lb, it has long been a… 24th Mar 2026 - Steve Tipson
Chasing Whiskers: Top 14 Barbel Venues

Chasing Whiskers: Top 14 Barbel Venues

There is nothing quite like the “three-foot twitch” of a barbel. It’s a drug for the river angler. The sudden, violent bend in the rod that signals a battle with the hardest-fighting fish in our freshwater. Whether you’re a seasoned… 24th Feb 2026 - Steve Tipson
Chasing Giants: A Guide to Catching a 50lb Carp in the UK

Chasing Giants: A Guide to Catching a 50lb Carp in the UK

For many catching a 50lb UK carp is a lifetime achievement. This guide highlights the venues, elite tactics, and the expert mindset required to land these wary, record-breaking giants in British waters. 16th Feb 2026 - Steve Tipson
A guide to fishing and rod licences in 2026

A guide to fishing and rod licences in 2026

Whether you want to become a new angler or you’ve been fishing for years, you will be required to obtain the Environment Agency Rod Licence. In this article we explain what you’ll need if you want to go fishing in… 9th Feb 2026 - Peter Cliff

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