Stillwater Fishing Explained
Unlock the secrets of stillwater fishing across UK lakes and ponds. Learn essential tactics, float and feeder rigs, and key watercraft tips to land more fish on your next trip.
River Fishing for Beginners
There is an undeniable magic to fishing on a flowing British river. Watching a river bend around a lush green meadow, listening to the gentle gurgle of water over gravel shoals, and anticipating a sudden strike from a powerful fish makes river angling one of the most rewarding pastimes in the UK. Unlike stillwater lakes or small ponds where the water remains stationary, running water creates a dynamic, constantly changing environment. Rivers present an exciting challenge because fish are continually reacting to water flow, depth variations, oxygen levels, and drifting natural food items. From hard-fighting chub and powerful barbel to sleek dace, bream, and perch, UK rivers support a fantastic diversity of species.
Feeder Fishing for Beginners
Feeder fishing is one of the most effective, versatile, and rewarding methods in the UK angler’s toolkit. Unlike float fishing, which relies on a buoyant float near the water's surface, feeder fishing delivers your bait directly to the lakebed or riverbed alongside a concentrated pile of free food. This targeted approach makes it an unbeatable tactic for catching bottom-feeding species like bream, carp, tench, roach, and barbel.
Coarse Fishing for Beginners
There is nothing quite like the quiet anticipation of sitting by a peaceful lake or riverbank, watching a float bob gently on the water before sliding beneath the surface. Coarse fishing—the pursuit of freshwater fish species other than trout or salmon—is the most popular form of angling across the United Kingdom. From vibrant little roach and perch to hard-fighting carp and bream, UK waterways are brimming with opportunities for new anglers.
Carp Fishing for Beginners
Carp fishing is one of the most popular, rewarding, and thrilling disciplines in the world of UK angling. Known for their impressive size, incredible strength, and cunning nature, king carp (including mirror, common, and leather variations) offer an unparalleled test of an angler's skill and patience. Hearing your bite alarm scream into life as a powerful fish takes line off your spool is an adrenaline rush like no other.
Unhooking Mats - Essential Guide
Unhooking mats are an essential tool for any angler who practices catch-and-release fishing, protecting fish from injury during unhooking. This guide covers what they are, why they matter and how to choose the right one.
The best liquids, additives & bait boosters
Adding flavourings and colourings to baits has gone on for decades and is still one of the most debated topics amongst anglers. Here are seven of our favourite liquids, additives and bait boosters, from Mainline Sticky Syrup to Korda Goo.
Best Boiles for Carp Fishing
Boilies are still the most popular bait for targeting all sizes of carp on venues up and down the country. We round up eight quality boilies and pop-ups, plus what to look for when choosing one for your water.