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28 th May 2021
Top 5 Tips for Weekender Fishing Trips
Time is always at a premium and there are many anglers whose only window of opportunity to get on the bank is at the weekends. These ‘weekender’ sessions are often tricky because the banks are generally busier and you can find yourself competing
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26 th May 2021
How to Get The Most Out of Boilies - The Ultimate Carp Bait
Boilies are a deadly bait, especially when targeting larger specimen carp. They are hugely effective straight out of the packet, or freezer, but here are a few extra helpful tips to ensure you get the most out of your boilies.Go Easy On Your Pockets&
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25 th May 2021
Berkley Pulse Spintail Lures - Tackle Tuesday
For predator anglers that want to add something new to their lure collection, the Berkley Pulse Spintail is a metal lure perfect for pike, perch and zander fishing. Why Choose the Berkley Pulse Spintaul Lure? Berkley has created a unique lure,
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21 st May 2021
World Meditation Day – Fishing & Mindful Meditation
Today (21st May 2021), marks World Meditation Day. Although many anglers may not realise it, our favourite pastime is a form of meditation. Fishing requires you to take your mind off internal conflict and stress of the every day and can in some ways
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20 th May 2021
The Advanta Discovery CCX Straight 6 Superlite Bedchair - Advanta Thursday
Whilst on the bank your bivvy is your home away from home, providing you with respite from the elements, a top-end bedchair is only going to enhance that feeling. Sleep can be intermittent whilst on the bank, not that any of us
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19 th May 2021
Top 10 Fishing Tools & Gadgets - Save Yourself Some Time on the Bank
Fishing accessories, tools, gadgets, whatever you want to call them, are incredibly handy to have on the bank, saving you time and energy. These days there are plenty of cool gadgets on the market, from hook sharpeners, right through to glow in the
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18 th May 2021
Sticky Baits Bait Spray - Tackle Tuesday
Many anglers seem sceptical when it comes to bait sprays, believing that have never believed a quick spray of your hook bait before casting out just results in the majority of it washing off as the bait hits the water. With the Sticky Baits Spray,
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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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17 th May 2021
Barrows & Trolleys
The Benefits of a Barrow, or Trolley At Angling Direct, we stand by the belief that getting to your chosen swim easily and conveniently helps set you up for a fantastic session, in the right frame of mind and with the right attitude. Lugging around
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13 th May 2021
Advanta Discovery CX One Night Stand Bivvy V2 - Advanta Thursday
The Advanta Discovery CX One Night Stand Bivvy V2 is perfect for any angler looking for a cost-effective carp fishing bivvy system which is fully equipped to keep you and your gear dry. With a footprint more than capable of shaming any
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