Anglers who enjoy carp fishing will tell you that these fish are smart and crafty creatures. That’s why a waggler rig is often the most effective way to catch them. A waggler rig is simple to set up and, when done correctly, can be very successful in catching...
In the UK, there are four main types of fisheries: commercial fisheries aka day ticket fisheries, fishing clubs, free fishing lakes, and syndicate lakes. In this blog post, we’ll give you a brief overview of each type of fishery and its respective pros and cons....
There are many lead setups on the market that provide their own unique purpose for different carp fishing situations. One of the most popular is the Inline lead rig. An Inline lead can be a game-changer when used in the right situation. It can improve your overall...
How Long Should My Hooklink Be? The length of the hook link will vary depending on the type of fishing situation that you’re trying to achieve. It’s important to think about the situation and then adjust the length of the rig to suit it. Another important...
When it comes to fishing for large fish in silty waters, such as those in lakes and ponds, the right type of lead is important. For me, I usually start with a flat, pear-type lead clip and thick anti-tangle tubing. If this doesn’t work, I usually use a helicopter rig...
The most common mistakes that people make when it comes to using a hook for fishing are the ones that prevent them from catching a lot of fish. This is why it’s important that you thoroughly understand the various aspects of the hook before you start fishing. What Are...
As a beginner carp angler, there is one aspect of carp fishing you must learn. Rigs… Until you learn how to use rigs properly and when to use each rig, you will be seriously limiting your ability to catch carp. You need to learn:- How to tie carp rigs as a...
What Is Method Feeder Fishing? The method feeder is a simple device designed to make catching fish as easy as possible. It is mostly used in match fishing. It delivers a tiny little parcel of bait, which is presented well anywhere you can cast. There is also has a...
The three biggest fish I have ever caught, have been caught with single hook baits. There have been occasions when I have put out large beds of bait, the odd big fish turns up. But most of the time for me, the big fish are caught when I am fishing single hook baits...
Float fishing for carp is almost becoming a dying art. Carp fishing is probably the most popular fish, I guess now in the British Isles and a whole industry, a whole tackle industry, and bait industry have all been drawn up into carp fishing on almost a cult basis....
Fishing on gravel can be very rewarding, but not many people know how to fish over gravel properly and effectively. In the majority of lakes, there are different types of lakebed, typically its a mixture of weed, gravel, silt, and clay. Each angler has their...
FigUpdated September 2026. An older post on where to catch carp at different times of year has been folded into this guide and redirects here. For the time of day rather than the season, see the best time of day to catch carp.uring out the best time to catch carp...
