Fly Fishing Archives - https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/category/beginner-guides-gear-reviews-uk-fly-fishing-tips/ Gear guides, river tips & beginner fly fishing advice. Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:05:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/cropped-logo2-1-32x32.png Fly Fishing Archives - https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/category/beginner-guides-gear-reviews-uk-fly-fishing-tips/ 32 32 Beginner Fly Fishing Hub https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/beginner-fly-fishing-hub/ https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/beginner-fly-fishing-hub/#respond Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:15:53 +0000 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/?p=1883 New to fly fishing? Start here. This page walks you through everything in the order that actually makes sense — gear first, then casting, then technique. No need to hunt through the blog, just follow the path below. 1. Get Your Gear Sorted Before you cast a single line, get the basics right. Getting Your […]

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]]> https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/beginner-fly-fishing-hub/feed/ 0 Best Fly Fishing Rod Gifts Under £50 for UK Anglers https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/best-fly-fishing-rod-gifts-under-50-for-uk-anglers/ https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/best-fly-fishing-rod-gifts-under-50-for-uk-anglers/#respond Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:19:15 +0000 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/best-fly-fishing-rod-gifts-under-50-for-uk-anglers/ Finding a decent fly fishing rod gift for under fifty quid might sound like a tall order, but you’d be surprised what’s out there if you know where to look. Whether you’re buying for someone just getting started or a mate who needs a backup rod for the boot of the car, there are some […]

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]]> https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/best-fly-fishing-rod-gifts-under-50-for-uk-anglers/feed/ 0 Dry Fly Fishing on UK Rivers: Making the Most of Summer Hatches https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/dry-fly-fishing-on-uk-rivers-making-the-most-of-summer-hatch/ Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:00:33 +0000 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/dry-fly-fishing-on-uk-rivers-making-the-most-of-summer-hatch/ 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 […]

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]]> 🎣 Fly Rod Weight Explained (UK Rivers): 3wt vs 4wt vs 5wt for Trout & Grayling https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/fly-rod-weight-explained-uk-guide/ Sat, 30 May 2026 21:16:52 +0000 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/?p=1773 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 […]

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]]> Underwater Fishing Camera Review — What I Actually Saw Beneath a UK River https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/underwater-fishing-camera-review-uk-river/ Sun, 17 May 2026 21:19:53 +0000 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/?p=1759 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 […]

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]]> Best Rivers for Fly Fishing in the North West UK (2026 Guide) https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/best-rivers-fly-fishing-north-west-uk/ Tue, 12 May 2026 10:08:13 +0000 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/?p=1757 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 […]

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]]> What Fly Line Do I Need for River Fishing UK? https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/what-fly-line-do-i-need-for-river-fishing-uk/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:55:38 +0000 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/?p=1751 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 […]

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]]> How to Fly Fish a River for the First Time UK https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/fly-fish-a-river-for-the-first-time-uk/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:03:13 +0000 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/?p=1740 So you want to fly fish a river for the first time. Good choice. River fly fishing is one of the best things you can do outdoors in the UK — but it can feel confusing when you are just starting out. This guide walks you through everything you need to know before you go. […]

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]]> Best Flies for Spring Trout Fishing UK 2026 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/best-spring-trout-flies-uk-2026/ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:00:09 +0000 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/?p=1713 Spring is the most exciting time to be on a UK river. Hatches are starting, trout are moving, and the whole season stretches ahead. Get the right flies in your box and you will hit the ground running from opening day. Here are the 7 best flies for spring trout fishing on UK rivers, when […]

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]]> UK Trout Season 2026 – When and Where Can You Fish! https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/uk-trout-season-2026/ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:37:49 +0000 https://nwflyfishingacademy.com/?p=1710 📅 Quick Reference — UK Trout Season Dates 2026 Region Season Opens Season Closes Notes England (rivers) 15 March 2026 30 September 2026 Brown trout. Check local bylaws. Wales (rivers) 15 March 2026 30 September 2026 Brown trout. Varies by river. Chalk streams (S. England) 1 May 2026 15 October 2026 Many beats start later […]

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