Location vital for 7lb-plus perch brace

PHIL Taylor’s watercraft had a huge part to play in the capture of this stunning brace of perch weighing 3lb 4oz and 3lb 14oz.

All of the rivers close to his Lincolnshire home had suffered as a result of persistent rain but he refused to be beaten, heading to a Midlands marina offering sanctuary to the shoals.

He said:

“The fish were sat in a slightly deeper area of the marina and once I found them it was clear there were a lot of them huddled together and ready to feed.

“So many anglers are avoiding rivers all together because of the torrid conditions but I ended the day with four fish over 3lb.

“It’s all down to location – find them and you’ll have as much chance as ever.”

Each of Phil’s perch fell to lobworms fished via a drop-shot rig.