Exploring Fenland
STRANGE NAMES
I had driven over the North Level Main Drain at Tydd Gote...
Safe Bolt-Rigging for the Beginner
In the best nutshell I am able to form: we used to fish for carp with the simplest of methods – either free-line or...
Concessionary Licences for Blue Badge Holders
From the beginning of the new licence year - 1 April 2005 - the rules for applying for a concessionary licence on grounds of disability will become clearer and fairer
Thomas Turner Classic Rods
ROD HISTORY
The first 13ft float rod I proudly purchased was a fibreglass Hardy...
Mini Feeder Fishing
BEATING BIRDCAGES
Some of the best swims I’ve fished have been downright awkward casting-wise,...
Sway Lakes – Crocodile Tears?
Mark Wintle has some controversial thoughts about the recent syndication of this well known Hampshire carp and roach fishery
Free Fishing in Wales
The Severn Rivers Trust have reached an agreement with EA Wales whereby they will promote and manage their existing free fisheries in Wales.
Martin Gay's 50lb English Common Carp: Closure.
In 1989 and 1990 the widely respected all-rounder, Martin Gay, hooked and landed a phenomenal catch of big common carp, topped by a fish he reported at 48lbs. He always insisted they were caught in England but the Carp Society denounced them as 'Canadian' because Martin had recently visited family in British Columbia. Fishing Magic readers are invited to form their own opinions based on the truthful evidence of the FM Editor, Cliff Hatton, and Essex angler, Eddie Benham.
Stillwater Chub
CHASING SHADOWS
Since moving to the Midlands I have discovered a wealth of lakes...
