What is the fly? The ‘Green Drake’ species of Mayfly is usually found in clear water rivers and lakes. The four main stages for the ‘Green Drake’ are the Nymph, Emerger, Dun and Spent Dun. A mayfly will get any...
Deadly Doubles: 5 killer fishing fly combos to try this season From fish and chips to Morecambe and Wise, there are things in life that just work better as a pair. The same is true with some of your favourite...
With tree cover growing back with a vengeance right now on lakes and streams, we’re approaching a great time of year to try beetle style fly patterns. Here are five of the best for your favourite fishery, along with some...
Essential Blue Winged Olive Patterns Nymphs, Emergers, Duns and Spents - all the essential flies you need to match the hatch. Remember - don't be afraid to go small on the hook, use fine line and don't jump in. Take your...
With the new trout season just around the corner, and most reservoirs opening on 1 March, now is the perfect time to check over your tackle and fishing kit before heading for the water. There is nothing worse than setting...
A new season of fly fishing dawns; but which fly will be first on your leader? Whether you make that first cast of the new season on still or running water, March brings a special excitement to the fly fishing...
Ever found a spot full of fish, but really tricky to get at? Whether it’s a bushy stream or the craggy corner of a stillwater, trout and other species so often love the spots anglers hate! Dominic Garnett has some...
We all have those trips when the weather is grim and the fish refuse to play ball. But what can we do to stack the odds in our favour? Whether it’s an unusual fly pattern or a complete change of...
Tempting trout throughout the fishing year, bloodworm patterns are a useful addition to any angler’s fly box. We look at how best to use these deadly patterns on a seemingly quiet Stillwater on a cold winters day. A cold and...