We all have that one fish. The one that gets into your blood. For me, it’s not the pike, not the trout, but the tench. And on my rare days off, there’s nowhere I’d rather be than on the bank at dawn, waiting for that first bite. This morning was one of those perfect mornings.

Having done all my coarse fishing by feeder or float I had set myself the challenge to catch a 6lb Tench on Bite alarms, Which I use all the time for my Pike fishing but not for corase fishing. I decided to travel light and only brought my

Going fishing while enjoying the great outdoors has significant mental health benefits, including reduced stress, increased concentration, boosted mood, and overall improvement of self-esteem.

Tench fishing can be a rewarding yet challenging experience, but one rig that has climbed to the top of popularity among anglers is the helicopter rig. Its design, which may appear crude at first glance especially with a short hook length positioned closely to the feeder—proves to be remarkably effective.

As the icy grip of winter melts away and spring begins to awaken, the landscape is transformed into a beautiful tapestry of blooming flowers and renewed life. This season not only brings a refreshing change in weather; it also signifies an exciting opportunity for anglers keen to target tench.