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17 th May 2021
The Best Baits for Canal Fishing in Spring
The best part of fishing on canals is that they tend to cost little to fish and are great for springtime angling, you just need to take the right fishing bait! Luckily, we are here to help you narrow down your choices and get closer to success on
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10 th May 2021
A Quick Guide to Sleeping Bags for Fishing
Any angler who’s ever done an overnighter will know the need for a quality sleeping bag. Even on the warmest of days, hit midnight to dawn and that temperature will make you wish you had a nice bit of kit to slip inside and get some warmth into
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07 th May 2021
The Angler's Buying Guide to Weighing Scales
Ask any angler about what he or she has caught, and most likely the first thing they’ll tell you is the weight of their catch. Knowing the weight of your catch is one of the most important things for many anglers and essential for those anglers who
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03 rd May 2021
A Beginner's Guide to Safely Unhooking & Handling Fish
Your guide to getting your fish back into the water safe and sound. Even though fish fight hard on the end of your line, and the larger specimens can do some damage to your tackle, fish are a fragile species, that as responsible anglers we must take
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30 th April 2021
Top 5 Tips for Playing Fish
That magic moment happens, and you finally get a bite. The last thing you want is to have the fish drop off. Here are a few tips to ensure that you convert as many bites into a fish successfully in your net as possible. 1). The 'Opposites' Tactic
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28 th April 2021
20 Food Items that Make Great Fishing Baits
Today marks Stop Food Waste Day, which is a motivational campaign to ignite change regarding the global food waste issue. By drawing attention to the problem, an awareness day also helps educate everyone on ways to do their bit and cut down on their
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26 th April 2021
Best Fly Fishing Gear Essentials
<h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://www.anglingdirect.co.uk/fly-fishing-tackle" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Fly fishing<
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23 rd April 2021
Reeling in the Best Spots: A Comprehensive Guide to Fishing in England
<h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"> England is certainly blessed to have some of the most beautiful spots that are perfect for fishing. Whether you are a keen river carp angler or prefer a spot of sea fishing
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09 th April 2021
A Beginner's Guide to Pole Fishing Rigs – How to Build Your Own Pole Rigs
If you fish the pole, you’ll need to know how to make your own rigs… In this beginner's guide, we will show you step-by-step how to tie your own rigs for pole fishing. Before we jump into the steps, it is worth noting that not all
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07 th April 2021
Sea & Beach Fishing FAQs - Everything You Need to Know About Sea Angling
Have you recently picked up sea fishing and have some burning questions about the hobby? In this guide Angling Direct will be answering all the common questions surrounding the laws, licences, tides and seasonal information on sea and beach fishing
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