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Discover how you can get started with fishing. If you are an experienced angler, learn new insights and methods to make your next fishing trip more enjoyable.

Things Are Not Always What They Appear When Fishing!

I was fishing in my local lake last in March/April. Not quite T shirt weather but not heavy clothes either. The lake has 21 pegs (quite small) and there is usually someone you know. The conversations goes: “How you doing?” and replies come back “Not bad/good” “What you fishing on?” “Maggots” “Can I Borrow some […]

Wonders of Nature

One of the most enjoyable parts of fishing is seeing nature in all its glory. There is something special about seeing a family of ducks with moma and poppa ducks floating along a lake effortlessly with all their chicks floating behind. Seeing full-grown swans in all their majesty in full plumage. Sometimes they can be […]

Wonders of Nature - Ducks on a lake.

Sea Fishing In The Wash

Last Summer I was invited to a day of Sea Fishing in the wash. The invite came from the boat owner, Rhinate who also owns Baytree Nursery at Weston Spalding — a brilliant garden centre. The boat is moored on the River Nene and is accessible by climbing down the ladder from the bank. The […]

Rhinate sailing his fishing boat in the Lincolnshire Wash

How to hook, fight and land fish

The act of fishing takes you into some of the most scenic places and gives you time to be with people who are precious to you. However, when you have all the gear you need, the techniques you have acquired, and the scenery and companionship you love at the end of the day it is […]

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What Fishing Equipment You Need To Bring

Although it is an old saying that you need to be prepared it is very evident that the better prepared you are for fishing the better results will be. This article will provide a short list of fishing equipment that I recommend. Common Fishing Equipment Often forgotten I don’t want to take the spontaneity of […]

Fly Fishing and the Life of a Mayfly

There was a time when the only fish you were trying to catch with a fly was trout. The fly was a bit of feather and a bit of fur on a hook. Today fly fishing anglers can fish for trout, salmon, pike, carp, chub, bass and on and on. Key Thing About Fly Fishing […]

Fisherman fly fishing

Sea Fishing

Sea fishing is an unbelievable experience that should only be undertaken by experts. I have a friend in Spalding Lincolnshire who has a boat that fishes in the Wash near Hunstanton. Sea Fishing may not always be local since we don’t all live near the coast. When you find saltwater you find an almost limitless […]

Mackerel caught whilst sea fishing

Recognising Different Fishing Baits

In this article, I will explore some of the different fishing baits that can be used when lake fishing. Fish still eat when you are not there trying to catch them. Fish will try to find shelter and protection, reproduce when the time is right, and eat. Fish do a combination of these activities all […]

Fishing pellets used for bait to attract fish

A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Lake Fish

In this article, I will explore some of the most common lake fish species, their behaviours, and habitats. I will share some tips on how to catch them. Lake fishing is a popular outdoor activity that offers a blend of relaxation and excitement. Whether you are a seasoned angler or a beginner, understanding the different […]

Photo of lake fish in a net