Right then, let’s talk about what you actually need to get started with fly fishing in the UK without spending a fortune or lugging half of Sportfish around with you. I’ve seen too many anglers turn up riverside with enough gear to stock a tackle shop, and I’ve also watched blokes try to fish our […]
Getting Your Fly Fishing Kit Sorted for UK Waters Read Post »
Right, let’s talk about nymph fishing. If you’ve been happily casting dry flies and wondering why your mate consistently catches more fish, chances are they’ve been fishing below the surface while you’ve been waiting for rises that never came. The truth is, trout spend about 90% of their time feeding underwater, and if you’re not
Nymph Fishing for Beginners: A Practical Guide for UK Rivers Read Post »
If you’ve ever spent time peering into a chalk stream or watching a Yorkshire beck tumble over stones, you’ll know that trout aren’t exactly fussy eaters. That said, they’re not stupid either. Understanding what’s on their menu throughout the season makes the difference between a blank day and consistently hooking fish. Gear Used in This
What Do Trout Eat in UK Rivers? A Proper Look at Their Menu Read Post »
There’s something deeply satisfying about watching a trout rise to your dry fly on a warm summer evening. The anticipation as your fly drifts downstream, the sudden splash, that moment of tension before you lift the rod. If you fish our British chalk streams or northern freestone rivers, you’ll know that dry fly fishing in
Dry Fly Fishing on UK Rivers: Making the Most of Summer Hatches Read Post »
Staring at fly rod specs and wondering what 3wt, 4wt, and 5wt actually mean is something every UK angler goes through. Choose the wrong rod weight and you’ll struggle with: This guide breaks down fly rod weight in plain English, with clear advice for UK rivers, trout, and grayling, so you can choose the right
🎣 Fly Rod Weight Explained (UK Rivers): 3wt vs 4wt vs 5wt for Trout & Grayling Read Post »
I’ve been writing about UK fly fishing for three years and always had the same question in the back of my mind — what do fish actually see when a fly drifts over them? So I bought an underwater camera and dropped it in to find out. The Camera The one I tested is a
Underwater Fishing Camera Review — What I Actually Saw Beneath a UK River Read Post »
If you’re fly fishing in the North West of England, you don’t have to travel far to find exceptional water. From the limestone-fed pools of the Ribble to the wide beats of the Eden up near the Cumbrian border, this corner of the UK holds some of the most varied river fly fishing in the
Best Rivers for Fly Fishing in the North West UK (2026 Guide) Read Post »
Walk into any fishing shop and the fly line section can feel overwhelming. Floating lines, sinking lines, sink tips, weight forward, double taper — and that is before you even look at the weight ratings. The good news is that for river fly fishing in the UK, the choice is actually pretty simple. This guide
What Fly Line Do I Need for River Fishing UK? Read Post »
Scotland is one of the best places in the world to fly fish for wild brown trout. Clean rivers, stunning scenery, and some of the most accessible fishing in Europe make it a destination worth planning a trip around. But before you go, you need to know the rules. Scotland’s fishing laws are different to
Trout Season Scotland (2026) | Dates, Rules and Where to Fish Read Post »
Most fly fishers start on a 5 weight rod. It is the standard, the safe choice, the one everyone recommends for beginners. And for most river fishing in the UK, it does the job well. But spend enough time on smaller rivers and you will start to notice something. A 5 weight feels heavy. The
3 Weight Fly Rod and What Is It Good For? UK Guide Read Post »
