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As we had the driest June on record, I thought I might start with a summertime gag; Sod all to do with fishing but when has that ever stopped me? Here goes then A guy goes into his back garden to sunbathe but falls asleep in the midday sun, five hours later he wakes to…

This is not only because I have never caught a really big one, but also because I am fishing for them on a rather special venue, where I can hope my dreams will be realised. A big gravel pit, with a not inconsiderable stock of tench, little fished for many years, are the reasons I…

As we crept slowly across the flat in about 15 inches of water, we could see tailing bones rooting about in the soft bottom or around the mangroves, for crabs, shrimps or any other food item they could find. After about eighty yards Chuck whispered “Good bone Martin at fifty feet 11 O’clock” However hard…

Articles by Dr Paul Garner Dr Paul Garner Despite being born in central London, Paul Garner comes from a family who’s history has been intertwined with angling for generations. During his teens Paul spent most of his time match fishing with local clubs, travelling to such exotic venues as the Hampshire Avon and Great Ouse…

Another advantage going for huss is that, compared to many other fish, they grow sizeable. Few huss weigh less than 5lbs and there are good numbers to 10lbs. If you’re looking for a specimen, then think in terms of a 12lber as being a really good fish, but 15lb fish are not uncommon. Although huss…

We left my home around 8-45 am, it was around 12 noon when we stopped off at the Cherry Tree Cafe in Sudbrook on the main road between Lincoln and Horncastle which is open 7 days a week. After a fresh brew and some toast it was back on the road. Arriving on the banks…