May 2022
We are now in one of the best seasons for fly fishing for trout and the recent catches reflect this – we’re seeing much more being caught on the more natural flies such as buzzers and dries, as well as pheasant tail nymphs and smaller versions of the ever popular blue flash damsel.
We are still stocking weekly, with top up stocks throughout the week so there is always a good head of fish in the water. It’s the perfect time to get newbies into the sport of fly fishing because we’re not having to fight strong winds and can often see the fish rising nicely – we’re beginning to see some lovely Mayfly hatches so a beginner can really see and understand what the fish are doing naturally and learn to mimic the same in their own retrieves.
We have now extended the spaces available for our first ever ‘Ladies Day’ perfect for anyone who might like to give fly fishing a go in comfortable and relaxed surroundings, with other female anglers and expert tuition. BUT IT'S NOT JUST FOR THE LADIES – this event is also open to couples so it is a great way to get your wife or partner to have a go – it's the perfect opportunity to #GetFishing. Proudly sponsored by Snowbee UK Ltd there is a £100 Snowbee voucher to be won on the day (t&cs apply). Please call Danni on 01323 832615 or message via Facebook to book places for you and your friends! See our homepage for the event poster.
Notable catches of recent include, but are not limited to:
Alistair Bell who landed a stunning 9lb 7oz Brownie from Spring Lake on a yellow damsel – despite a harsh easterly wind Alistair was thrilled to catch 2 fish for 11lb 8oz,
Ashley Singer was thrilled with an 8lb 2oz rainbow from Spring Lake,
James Stone caught a nice 9lb 4oz Brownie from Brick Lake on Easter Sunday,
Ian Robertston had a huge 12lb 14oz Brown from Well Lake on a Cats Whisker on Bank Holiday Monday,
L Smallwood, had a 6lb 12oz fish from Well Lake on a nymph, and
In other news Mark Leeves hooked into something a little different on Stag Lake – after fighting for more than 30minutes, with several other anglers putting their rods down to watch, he finally landed a real beauty of a Grass Carp which weighed in at 22lb 8oz!!! To catch this on a fly was amazing, and Mark is very happy with his new PB carp.