Monster rainbow landed!

There were some absolutely cracking fish caught last week at Packington Trout Fishery, near Coventry, with the biggest being this incredible 13lb rainbow trout caught by Ade Taylor, from Atherstone in Warwickshire.

He was fishing the bank of Cocks Close Lake when the fish fell to a Cat’s Whisker lure fished on an intermediate line. 


Whittle lands 1200 fish in five hours on River Wye

A fast and furious approach helped Hadrian Whittle net an astonishing 1200 bleak on the second day of the annual Wye Festival.

The Kamasan Starlets ace – who eventually placed 34lb 10oz on to the scales – was able to land a fish every 15 seconds during the five hour outing after he adopted whip and maggot tactics.

Despite his heroics during the outing, he was forced to settle for third overall in the three day extravanganza, with Gloucestershire’s Lee Green taking the coveted trophy and former Welsh international Andrew Murphy sealing the runners up place.


Big double for holidaying angler

Colin Brayson, from Birmingham, stayed in one of the holiday cottages at Devon’s Tavistock Trout Fishery and had a fantastic week of sport.

He made a number of notable catches throughout the duration of his stay, including this lovely brown trout weighing 13lb 1oz, taken on a Klinkhammer, plus another specimen brown of 7lb 14oz, tempted on an emerger and a 6lb leader.

For venue info, log on to: www.tavistocktroutfishery.co.uk

 


Suspected pollution incident kills trout

Over 50 trout have been killed in a suspected pollution incident at a Welsh lake.

The Environment Agency is investigating the incident which happened at a private fishing pond in Welshpool, Powys, which feeds the Lledan Brook.

The agency pumped oxygen into the water overnight to help the remaining fish survive. The operation may continue through the weekend.

A spokesman said: "We are very grateful to the member of the public who contacted us about this incident. This pollution is suspected of already killing 50 trout so it is important to contain it within the lake".

"We need to find out where it has come from and how it got there to try and avoid a repeat incident.”


Five doubles taken from Raventhorpe Reservoir in a week

A super rainbow of 12lb 2oz has been taken at Raventhorpe Reservoir – one of five fish over 10lb reported in a single week.

The huge rainbow was taken by season ticket holder Fabien Lepine, of Northampton, who fished a floating line and a Buzzer from the dam.

The week’s other doubles were 11lb 9oz for Bob Aves, 11lb 8oz for Graham Smith and also for Mike Osgood, and one of 10lb-plus to Roy French.

Generally, best methods have been floating or slow sinking lines with black and green lures, Minkies, goldhead Damsels, Buzzers or small nymphs.


Steelheads set for Dungannon

Visitors to Dungannon Park Lake Fishery in Tyrone, Northern Ireland will soon have an extra-hard fighting species top cast their flies at after the owners stocked a number of steelhead trout.

Steelhead trout are ferocious feeders, taking flies at speed with no warning, which will be music to the ears of those taking part in the fishery’s forthcoming annual ‘Brady & Brown Halloween Pairs’ competition, which takes place on Saturday October 29 from 9am- 3pm.

Contact the fishery on 028 87 728690 or email dpreception@dungannon.gov.uk

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Steelheads set for Dungannon

Visitors to Dungannon Park Lake Fishery in Tyrone, Northern Ireland will soon have an extra-hard fighting species top cast their flies at after the owners stocked a number of steelhead trout.

Steelhead trout are ferocious feeders, taking flies at speed with no warning, which will be music to the ears of those taking part in the fishery’s forthcoming annual ‘Brady & Brown Halloween Pairs’ competition, which takes place on Saturday October 29 from 9am- 3pm.

Contact the fishery on 028 87 728690 or email dpreception@dungannon.gov.uk  


Salmon fishing ban placed on Hampshire rivers

The Environment Agency has slapped a ban on fishing for salmon in all Hampshire rivers to protect the vulnerable species.

Water levels have dropped critically low this year due to a lack of rainfall and in an effort to help the stocks recover from the tough summer officials from the government body have outlawed fishing for them in the county until January 17 2012.

"This necessary break on rivers such as the Test and Itchen will safeguard fish during their breeding season, resulting in increased fish stocks and better angling opportunities,” explained EA fisheries technical officer Paul Newman.


Ronnie scoops the Scottish title

Ronnie Glass of Kelso AA won the 2011 Scottish National Trout Fishing Championships at the Lake of Menteith, taking 12 fish for 27lb 10oz.

Ronnie who is fishing manager for Orvis Tackle Shop Kelso, figure-of-eighted a midge tip line with a Hare’s Ear Suspender on the point (seven fish), a Damsel in the middle (four fish) and a Blob on the top dropper (one fish).

All his fish were taken in the Hotel Bay and Shear Point drifts.

In second place was Allan Smith of Stormont Field AC who also landed 12 fish.


Youngster bags first trout on first ever trip

Harvey John Richmond, aged five, from Cramlington, caught this 4lb rainbow on his first ever fishing trip.

He was fishing on the south shore near the disabled platform at Derwent Reservoir, Northumberland, and tempted the fish on a spinner.

Harvey had a wonderful time with his granddad John Richmond, who has been passing on his angling experience to the youngster.


New game fishery set to open

Officials at Nar Valley Fisheries have announced that a new trout water is set to open at the complex next year.

The scenic complex is home to various waters that hold a vast array of species and it has been revealed that a new game lake will open in March 2012.

Day tickets will not be available and anyone interested in signing up for a permit should contact Chris on 01553 636507.