Game Fishing Articles: Fishing Tips and Advice

Salmon fishing on the
Fowey in Cornwall

These angling articles, some written specifically for Get Hooked, will help you get the most out of your fly fishing in the Westcountry.

There is advice on tackle, bait and where to fish. Some are specific to particular areas, others more general. Even seasoned local anglers are sure to find some useful information among them. Not all are advice, some are humorous, others intend to inform on ecological and environmental issues. We are sure you will enjoy reading them.

Roadford Fly Fair - 29th February 2020 at Roadford Lake, Lifton

Submitted by jane on December 9, 2019 - 5:48pm

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New CEO at Salmon & Trout Conservation

Submitted by jane on March 13, 2020 - 6:25pm

S&TC’s CEO, Paul Knight, is to retire at the end of June 2020 and Nick Measham, currently Deputy Chief Executive, will take over the reins of the UK’s premier wild fish charity.

Paul Knight stands down on June 30^th after 26 years with the organisation, 18 of which have been as CEO, although he will continue for a further year with some part-time consultancy work, mainly connected to his Co-chairmanship of the NGOs at the North Atlantic Salmon Conservation Organistion (NASCO).

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2019 South West Fly Fair - Roadford Lake - Saturday March 16th

Submitted by Mandi on March 14, 2019 - 8:47pm

South West Fly Fair 2019

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Game Fair 2019 - New Travel & Destination Area

Submitted by Mandi on February 15, 2019 - 3:52pm

The Game Fair 2019 Launches New ‘Travel and Destination’ Area

The Game Fair is delighted to announce the launch of the new ‘Travel and Destination’ area, making its debut at The Game Fair 2019 at Hatfield House, Hertfordshire 26-28 July 2019

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WHERE HAVE THE BLUE-WINGED OLIVES GONE?

Submitted by admin on July 2, 2018 - 4:41pm

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Salmon & Trout Conservation - Great Annual Auction 2018

Submitted by jane on June 26, 2018 - 1:10pm

Our Great Online Auction is Coming Soon and you are invited to....

Bid on our incredible online lots!

Attend our exclusive black tie event at Fishmonger's Hall

Support us by donating a lot

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Wimbleball Trout Fishery Somerset - New Management for 2018

Submitted by jane on February 27, 2018 - 12:23pm

Wimbleball Lake, Somerset, TA22 9NU

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London Fly Fishing Fair 23/24th March 2018

Submitted by jane on February 25, 2018 - 6:32pm

Co-founded by John Kelley and his son, Fergus Kelley, this is the second ever annual exhibition which will exclusively feature fly fishing, outdoor lifestyle brands and experiences in central London in the Business Design Centre, Islington N1 0PW. Doors open 9am to 9pm each day.

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South West Fly Fair 2018 - Saturday February 24th Roadford Lake

Submitted by admin on February 10, 2018 - 4:30pm

The 5th South West Fly Fair, sponsored by Cortland UK, will be held on the 24th February 2018 from 10am -4pm at Roadford Lake, Lower Goodacre, Broadwoodwidger, Lifton, Devon PL16 0JL

Get Hooked look forward to attending the show again this year, we hope to see you there on the day.

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Wye & Usk Foundation's Fundraising Auction 2017

Submitted by admin on November 21, 2017 - 10:18am

The Wye & Usk Foundation's Auction has started... It's Time to place your bids!

This is a great chance to bid for some fantastic lots, ranging from guided fishing on some fantastic beats both within our catchment and beyond to exclusive shooting, cases of fine wine, holiday cottage breaks and even one of WUF's own world-famous Victoria sponge cakes!

The auction runs to midnight on Sunday 10^th December 2017.

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WHAT’S LEGAL, WHAT’S NOT & WHEN - FISHING ROUND YER - CHARLIE WEBSTER

Submitted by jane on November 6, 2017 - 4:36pm

Rules, rules, rules. Theoretically, the Environment Agency is in favour of fishing – healthy outdoor sport, encourages respect for nature, spreads a tourist dollar or two, etcetera. But all its promotion is about fishing stocked ponds and lakes. When it comes to wild fishing, angling gets hobbled with so many restrictions it’s a wonder anybody bothers at all.