Fashions come and go in life and angling, but some things never change. Conditions and form might blow hot and cold, but class is permanent as they say! This not only explains why people still treasure great books, rods or...
With so much great sport on offer, it’s a shame so many fly anglers hang up their rods as it gets colder. Besides excellent stillwater fly fishing for trout, there’s also excellent fun to be had with grayling, pike and...
Of all the various fly fishing tools and gadgets, there are those that are clever and useful- and others that you simply wouldn’t want to be without without, ever! So, aside from the obvious things like rods, reels and a...
Looking for ideal fly fishing gifts that hit the spot without breaking the bank this year? We can help! Here are just some of our selection of perfect Christmas presents for fishermen and women, suitable for any budget. Don’t forget,...
Looking to get your stillwater fly fishing season off with a bang? We opened the season with an enjoyable session, with some interesting findings on the best flies, tactics and location. Offering excellent sport from bank or boat alongside wonderful...
Above: Caddis are a food source every trout knows! Caddis or sedge patterns are among the most universally effective trout fishing flies for any angler. All over the globe, from the River Test to Tasmania, caddis flies are a staple...
From the Bibio to the Black Pennell, most fly fishers will know a few classic loch style fly patterns. But how do you fish them and which ones are the best to add to your fly collection? Here are some...
While finesse certainly has its place in fly fishing, there’s something delicious about tricking fish on big, meaty dry flies! Whether that means trout or chub taking hoofing great sedges or daddies, or even presenting creepy crawlies such as caterpillars,...
Travelling with your fly rod this year? Whether it’s a dedicated fly fishing holiday, or filling in some gaps while the family are on the beach, here’s some timely advice, along with a useful fly fishing check list to hit...