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  • Never Blank Again – Fishing the River with Maggots

    Never Blank Again – Fishing the River with Maggots

    If you’re tired of facing disappointment on the river, this video is tailor-made for you. Discover the secrets to consistently catching fish, regardless of the season, by targeting the ever-accommodating chub and other species by fishing the river with maggots. The tactics employed in this episode are designed to maximise your chances of success. Start…


  • Beyond Carp: Exploring Other Exciting Coarse Fish Species

    Beyond Carp: Exploring Other Exciting Coarse Fish Species

    When it comes to coarse fishing, carp undeniably seize the spotlight. Their character, size and strength make them a favoured target for many anglers. However, the world of coarse fishing is affluent, presenting a myriad of other species. From gnarly perch to the sublime tench, there’s a vast array of fish waiting to be explored.…


  • Trotting for Chub: A Time-Tested Technique for Anglers

    Trotting for Chub: A Time-Tested Technique for Anglers

    Chub, is a popular fish to target at all times of year, but I particularly like to fish for them through the winter. Trotting for chub, a traditional angling technique, remains a favoured method among many anglers. This method not only offers an exciting and rewarding fishing experience but also requires skill, patience, and a…


  • The Ultimate Bait for Barbel Fishing Success

    The Ultimate Bait for Barbel Fishing Success

    Known for their powerful fighting abilities and impressive size, barbel present a challenge that requires not only skill and technique but also the right choice of bait. In this article, we delve into the realm of barbel fishing and reveal the best bait options to enhance your chances of a successful barbel session. Understanding Barbel…


  • Rudd fishing tips – success on the Fens

    Rudd fishing tips – success on the Fens

    I’m back looking for some Fenland gold as I’m hoping to catch big rudd on the Fens with my mates Ally, Beckers and Dan. Last year I caught a load of rudd from the Fens, but I failed to catch a big one.  This time I’m hoping I can break the 2lb barrier, with an…


  • Chub and barbel fishing on small rivers

    Chub and barbel fishing on small rivers

    I love my chub and barbel fishing on small rivers, it suits my style of fishing. It’s my first session this season and I’m really excited. My approach is to keep mobile and rove along the bank, covering as many swims as possible, until I find the fish.  Keeping things simple is the best way…


  • Big river pike hunt with lures (Part 2)

    Big river pike hunt with lures (Part 2)

    At the end of my previous video, big river pike hunt with lures, I asked viewers to recommend the lures they use to help me catch the big pike I’m after.  I wasn’t disappointed and had loads of suggestions for lures in all shapes and sizes – and some unusual ones too. That’s the power…


  • How to catch big river roach

    How to catch big river roach

    In previous winters I promised myself I’d have a go at catching a big river roach of 2lb. In the past other species often took priority in winter and I normally spent most of my time after pike and perch. So last winter I decided to give targeting roach priority and have a go for…


  • Big river pike hunt with lures (Part 1)

    Big river pike hunt with lures (Part 1)

    I’d heard a few rumours of some big pike being caught from a new section of river, so I decided on a big river pike hunt with lures and deadbaits. I love this pioneering approach, not knowing what I’m going to catch. You’ve probably heard the phrase Location, Location, Location – well that’s the key…


  • Big River Pike on Lures

    Big River Pike on Lures

    If you’ve been following me on Instagram then you’ll know that I’ve started a few sessions after big river pike on lures. In fact, many of you have helped me in this new quest! It’s been a while since I’ve properly lure fished for pike. I’m keen to use proper ‘pike lures’, not my perch…


  • Dace Fishing with the Trudex III Centrepin

    Dace Fishing with the Trudex III Centrepin

    Recently I decided to fish the River Stour down in Dorset. If I’m honest, my target was a nice big Winter roach, but what I actually experienced was some quite incredible dace fishing! We were coming towards the end of the year and I’d just taken receipt of the most magnificent piece of fishing tackle…


  • Perch fishing in coloured water

    Perch fishing in coloured water

    It’s January, and it’s rained constantly for over a week. Unfortunately, this isn’t unusual and it’s a problem that’s not going to go away! It seems to happen every year! We love our lure fishing for perch and we’re desperate to get out there! We would usually wait for it to recover, but the end…