Category Archives: River Avon

Trip No 101 Pike Fishing (2015)


Today is the start of my Winter campaign to catch a 25lb Hampshire Avon pike.  I have two months to do this, which should be plenty of time. I do vary my approach from small single rod spots to large … Continue reading

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Trip No 55 River Fishing (2015)


I am still persevering with the river, after seeing the carp in this area 3 or 4 times on the bounce.  I now should be after the barbel, but I just love these river carp, big or small it doesn’t … Continue reading

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Trip 54 Fishing On The River


Despite the very hot weather today I have come out today (as well as the clear blue sky). Firstly, I need still to cover some miles on the river exploring (one for the barbel and the other for likely pike … Continue reading

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Trip No 53 Barbel Fishing (2015)


With all the house work done and the kids at school.  I popped down the river for a couple of hours today.  I was in search for that Barbel, which I am so desperate after.  Facebook is good,  but at … Continue reading

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Trip No 52 Barbel Fishing (2015)


I am out on the river again, after that allusive Barbel, effort = reward, I can’t say I have put much effort in this year so far.  Time to knuckle down and get out on that river more.  As this … Continue reading

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