In this article, Angling Direct’s Specimen Series angler; Phil Spinks, travels to the River Severn in the search of barbel. Phil shares how to catch barbel fish on this beautiful river which runs through a stunning valley in Worcestershire.
 
So far, the winter out here in the Netherlands has not been too bad, a few early morning frosts but very few really cold days and no snow so far. I always look forward to the new year as it signifies not only the beginning of another year but the
<h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">After my last blog detailing the serious flooding in Europe, and in particular, my local river; the Grensmaas, I can tell you that it has been great to finally be able to get
As I described in the last blog, sadly my dream house by the river is no longer, and I have moved to the Limburg area of the Netherlands. Although there is no longer have a river flowing through my garden, I am spoilt for choice with a wide variety
Barbel fishing can be a tough old game in the winter months but it's vital you head to the bank with a game plan and the right techniques to make every opportunity count. To help you on your way, we spoke to top barbel angler Ade Kiddell and
Sadly 2021 has begun pretty much the same as 2020 finished with the COVID-19 crisis still affecting all our lives. Hopefully, the measures we are currently living under, some common sense from all of us and the roll-out of the vaccine programme will
With only a few days left of what has been a very eventful 2020, we can only hope that 2021 brings us all a much better year than 2020, that has certainly tested us all.
December Fishing in France
The last few weeks the weather has turned a bit
Sadly, like the UK, out here in France we are back in lockdown. Luckily, this time fishing has not been completely stopped, however, I have to remain within the constraints of the lockdown rules.
For France, the fishing rules are; sticking to a
Firstly, let me wish everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year! In early December I was in England for a few days, catching up with family and friends but I also found time to visit the team at Angling Direct Norwich store.Getting hold of
Last time I blogged, I had plenty of fish coming out of the waters and I am glad to say my luck has continued as last week we managed a whopping 177 barbel between four of us and a new P.B. of 10lb 6oz caught by old friend Ray Smith. This was his