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15 th June 2023
Discover the Best Bait for Carp Fishing This Summer
Summer is a prime time for carp fishing, as these resilient fish become more active and seek out food to fuel their growth. To make the most of your summer carp fishing expeditions, selecting the best bait for carp fishing is crucial. In this
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19 th April 2023
The Ultimate Guide to Fish Species: Your Go-To Resource for Anglers
Fishing is a popular pastime for many people. It offers a way to connect with nature, spend time outdoors, and potentially catch a trophy-sized fish! However, with so many fishing species out there, it can be overwhelming to know where to start.
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13 th February 2023
The Ultimate Guide to Carp Fishing with Hemp Seeds
What is carp fishing? Carp have the unique ability to reach impressive sizes and provide anglers with heart-stopping fishing battles. To make sure you're fully prepared for your quest, try out specialised carp fishing tackle. Rods, reels, baits and
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16 th January 2023
An Introduction to Carp Fishing
Carp fishing is a pastime that has been around for centuries. It's enjoyed by anglers of all ages and abilities, from casual weekend anglers to experienced professionals. If you're looking for an exciting new hobby, or know someone who is, carp
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05 th January 2023
How to Fish For Chub
"If there's one fish you can rely on to feed no matter how cold it gets, it's the chub.” - Specimen Angler, Phil Spinks As Phil puts it, chub are a keen feeder in the winter months so if you are looking for a reliable catch as we
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08 th November 2022
River Severn Barbel Fishing - With Phil Spinks
In this article, Angling Direct’s Specimen Series angler; Phil Spinks, travels to the River Severn in the search of barbel. Phil shares how to catch barbel fish on this beautiful river which runs through a stunning valley in Worcestershire.
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08 th September 2022
The Ultimate Eel Fishing Guide – With Phil Spinks
In this blog, Angling Direct’s very own Phil Spinks talks us through his tactics for eel fishing as well as his choice of fishing rig; the eel twig rig, baits, location and more! Each summer, for at least a few nights, my attention turns
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08 th August 2022
Carp Fishing Buying Guide - Surface Fishing in the Summer
For many carp anglers, one of the most exciting ways to fish for carp can be fishing on the surface of the water. There is such a thrill in finding the carp when the weather is hot. In this Buyer’s Guide, we will cover the top fishing tackle items
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13 th July 2022
My First Time Surface Fishing for Carp – With Amanda Hook
In this blog, Angling Direct’s photographer; Amanda Hook, reveals her experiences with surface fishing, discussing the excitement and challenges of the first session. After enjoying lure fishing and having had some success with fishing back in
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04 th July 2022
Searching For Gold: Big Crucian Carp Fishing - with Phil Spinks
In this blog post, Angling Direct’s very own Phil Spinks covers his experience with catching specimen crucians in Sutton as well as his top tips for crucian fishing. Finding waters in the Uk that still hold true crucians of any size is
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