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Seasonal

Seasons of the Fish: How to Adjust Your Tactics Year-Round

Fish don’t act the same in January as they do in July—and neither should we. As the seasons change, so does everything about angling: fish behaviour, bait choices, feeding times, and even your gear. If you want to stay consistent (and keep catching), adjusting your approach with the seasons is key.

Here’s how to adapt your tactics to the UK’s four fishing seasons.

🌱 Spring: Wake-Up Season

After a long winter, fish slowly begin to move and feed again as water temperatures rise. Early spring can still be tricky, but by April and May, things really come alive.

Target Species: Carp, tench, bream, perch, trout

Best Tactics:

  • Use smaller baits and fish slower until temperatures pick up.
  • Try method feeders, light groundbaiting, and slow retrieves.
  • Keep mobile—fish may be active, but still not feeding heavily.
  • For fly anglers, this is prime time for dry fly and nymph work on
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Carp Fishing, General

A Day in the Life of a Carp Angler: From Bait Prep to Bank Time

Carp fishing isn’t just a day out—it’s a ritual. Ask any carp angler and they’ll tell you: from the early morning prep to the final cast at dusk, the whole experience is part of the thrill. This post takes you through a typical day on the bank, from the first boilie roll to the last bite alarm beep.

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Tips and Tricks

Top 10 Mistakes Beginner Anglers Make (and How to Avoid Them)

Everyone starts somewhere, and every angler—no matter how experienced—has made their fair share of mistakes. The good news is, learning from those slip-ups is all part of the journey. If you’re just getting into fishing, here are ten of the most common mistakes beginners make—and how you can avoid them to fast-track your success and enjoyment.

1. Using the Wrong Gear for the Job

A lot of beginners grab the biggest rod and heaviest line they can find, thinking it’ll catch bigger fish. In reality, mismatched gear often leads to frustration. Using gear that’s too heavy for the fish you’re targeting can ruin presentation and make bites harder to detect.

Avoid it: Start with a balanced setup suited to your local waters. For general coarse fishing, a medium-action rod, 4–6lb line, and basic float or feeder gear is perfect.

2. Overcomplicating Things

It’s easy to go down the rabbit hole …

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