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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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05 th May 2021
Barbed vs Barbless Hooks - Barbed Better for Fish Care?!
One of the on-going debates within carp fishing centres around barbed vs barbless hooks, their pros and cons, and impact on fish care. Some anglers will swear by barbless, others will only fish venues that allow barbed, or micro-barbed hooks, such
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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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05 th April 2021
Bankside Cooking - An Angler's Guide to Fishing Cooking Equipment
A long session angler knows that nothing is better than laying on their bedchair with a stomach full of hot food or waking up to the thought of a hearty full English breakfast! Cooking equipment is just as essential on the bankside or by the
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31 st March 2021
The Ultimate Buying Guide for Sea Anglers - What Equipment Do You NEED to Start Sea or Beach Fishing?
<p>As an island, the UK has plenty of coastlines that provide plenty of opportunities for sea fishing whether it's offshore or beach fishing from the shore. This guide will help you compile the ultimate sea fishing starter kit, covering rods,
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26 th February 2021
Beach Fishing For Flatfish - Dab Rigs, Tips & Tactics
Beach Fishing For Flatfish - Dab Rigs, Tips & TacticsTraditionally the colder months at the beginning of the year are normally very quiet months for the sea angler.The increase in Sprat population normally pulls all the larger fish into the
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03 rd February 2021
Winter Warmers - How to Keep Warm on the Bank
<p>Whether you’re a frost hardened veteran of the bank, who has battled the elements for several winters now, or a beginner looking to get back out on the bank before Spring arrives, you will need some extra tools in your arsenal in order to
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04 th January 2021
Festival of Sleep Day: A Buying Guide for Sleeping at the Bankside
Sunday the 3rd January was the Festival of Sleep Day, which was introduced to ensure the stress…or excitement of Christmas and New Years celebrations are completely recovered from so you can start the New Year off being well-rested. We, here at
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07 th December 2020
Top 10 Best Selling Fishing Bait and Additives
When choosing your fishing bait, there are a few things to consider with water temperature, venue type and your target fish is just a few. Although fish tend to feed more in warmer waters, the choices of bait you use can make all the difference in
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04 th December 2020
Top Christmas Gifts for Anglers 2020
The want list of an angler may be very long but if you are looking for something ‘big’ to celebrate the festive season, check out our line up of bivvies, gadgets, rods and more. We want to help you wrap up something great for the angler in
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