River Ribble Trust – Fly Fishing on the Beautiful Mitton Beat
Join us as we explore the River Ribble Trust Mitton Beat in Lancashire, which offers day ticket fishing opportunities in beautiful countryside.
April 14, 2025
Grannom Fly: How to tie 2 of the best caddis fly patterns
A step-by-step guide on how to tie two Grannom fly patterns for trout fishing in April. Included is a brief description of the natural fly and where/when to fish these patterns.
April 9, 2025
Czech nymphing: Essential guide for great trout and grayling fishing
A beginner’s guide to Czech nymphing for grayling and trout fishing. It covers the technique and a selection of nymphs that are essential to mastering this valuable fly fishing technique.
March 16, 2025
CDC Olive fly: How to tie this highly effective dry fly pattern
Learn to tie the highly effective CDC Olive fly pattern. This versatile fly is perfect for brown trout and grayling, making it a must-have in your fly box. Follow our step-by-step guide for tying instructions and expert tips to enhance your angling success.
February 16, 2025
March Brown dry fly: How to tie this beautiful Upright pattern
A step-by-step guide on tying the Upright March Brown dry fly pattern I use for early season trout fishing. Also included are expert tips to create this durable and effective fly.
February 9, 2025
Grayling Fishing Report To See Out A Great 2024
Dive into my latest Grayling Fishing Report from the Welsh Dee. It covers the places I’ve fished, tactics used, and some beautiful grayling that have graced my net…
January 9, 2025
Waterhen Bloa: How to tie & fish this “Blinged-up” beautiful Old Classic
Dive into the rich history and modern-day success of the Pearly Butt Waterhen Bloa spider fly pattern in this captivating guide. Unravel the intricacies of tying and fishing this timeless classic, enhanced with a pearly twist. Discover the secrets behind its spectacular effectiveness on the Welsh Dee and beyond.
October 31, 2024
Perdigon Nymphs: How to tie 6 simple but proven flies
Enhance your fly-tying expertise with our comprehensive Perdigon Nymph guide. Uncover the secrets of crafting effective patterns that lure trout and grayling. From essential materials and fishing techniques, this blog will help increase your catch rate.
September 29, 2024
9 Sea trout flies that are successful on the Welsh Dee
Ready to master the art of night fishing for sea trout? Dive into our expert guide featuring 9 game-changing sea trout flies, insider tips, and proven strategies to help you succeed.
August 25, 2024
Blue Winged Olive – 8 great patterns for trout and grayling
Dive into the captivating world of Blue Winged Olive fly patterns for trout and grayling. Explore 8 incredible patterns to elevate your fishing game. From nymphs to duns and spinners, these patterns are essential for imitating the different stages of the Blue Winged Olive’s life cycle. Learn about the best flies to use when the hatch occurs, and how to fish these patterns for success. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner looking to enhance your skills, these patterns will increase your success.
July 28, 2024
Pike Fly Fishing – Great tips on how to get started
Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of pike fly fishing with our comprehensive beginner’s guide. From tackle essentials to expert tips and fly selection, this post will equip you to reel in your biggest catch yet.
June 30, 2024
Wet Fly Fishing Video – A Day Out on the Beautiful Welsh Dee
Immerse yourself in a fishing adventure on the Welsh Dee. Watch the wet fly fishing video to enjoy the action and stunning scenery!
June 7, 2024
April Fishing Report – 2024 on the beautiful Welsh Dee
A fishing report charting my trips to the Welsh Dee to keep the readers informed on how it has been fishing. It’s a valuable resource for anyone planning a fishing trip to the Welsh Dee.
April 28, 2024
How to tie and fish 11 North Country spider flies that are found in my fly box
A beginner’s guide to tying and fishing North Country Spider Flies. It covers how to tie my favourite fly patterns and the fishing techniques used to fish the spider patterns that are always found in my fly box.
March 25, 2024
Jingler fly: How to tie this great early season trout pattern
A step-by-step guide to tying the Jingler fly, which is a great imitation of Large Dark Olives and Brook Duns. Overwintered brown trout will aggressively devour it passes by in March and April.
February 14, 2024
Fishing on the River Wye for beautiful Derbyshire Grayling
For a long time, I’d wanted to go fishing on the River Wye in Derbyshire. So, I couldn’t resist participating in the Charity Grayling Event on the private Peacock Fly Fishing Club’s beat…
February 11, 2024
Greenwells Glory: How to tie 3 amazing fly patterns.
Discover how to tie and fish the Greenwells Glory spider, wet and dry fly patterns, which I always have in my fly box. These flies regularly catch trout and grayling and have fish food written all over them.
January 28, 2024
Griffith’s Gnat: How to tie this great dry fly pattern
Step-by-step instruction on how to tie 2 Griffith’s Gnat dry fly patterns I regularly fish. They are simple patterns for catching trout and grayling that are feeding on midges and small flies.
January 25, 2024
Grayling fishing at Llandderfel on the beautiful Welsh Dee
Join us in experiencing the delights of grayling fishing at Llandderfel on the Welsh Dee. This post shares how to fly fish for grayling with nymphs and wet flies on the Bala & District Angling Club beat.
January 21, 2024
Vision Nymphmaniac: the 11′ 3# is a great euro nymphing rod.
After putting the 11ft 3# Vision Nymphmaniac fly rod through its paces, I’ve reviewed its performance as a euro nymphing rod. It has many great features, and I was particularly impressed with its sensitivity, which helped me hook and land some beautiful trout and grayling.
December 8, 2023