Would you like me to accompany you on the bank?
Perhaps...
...you'd like to take your first trip to the Wye and need some assistance with the choice of beat and with swim/fish location on the day?
...you'd like to try and catch a barbel on the float and need help with suitable locations and tactics?
...you'd like an evening on the Warwickshire Avon fishing for zander or pike?
...you're an experienced angler wanting to try a new technique?
..you're new to river fishing and are in need of some tips and advice, even one-to-one instruction?
My guided fishing sessions are about you having the best possible day and achieving your targets.
I derive immense satisfaction from helping anglers accomplish their ambitions and will do my utmost to ensure that happens on your session.
Whether you are after a personal best, want to learn a new method or catch your first fish using a new technique.
Locations for my guided days are usually the River Wye or the Warwickshire Avon but other venues can be accommodated.
Most of my requests for guiding are for sessions on the Wye so I've detailed the following which will give you an idea what a typical booking would entail:-
Initial Communication & Discussion
In advance of the session and before booking we'll chat about your ambitions and targets for the day along with the gear, bait etc that will be required. I'm happy to answer as many questions as you'd like to pose to ensure you are perfectly equipped and prepared for the fishing.
Where Will We Fish?
I'll recommend a beat based on your targets and also on your mobility.
Some beats have long walks/styles/steep banks to access the best swims whereas others have parking adjacent to the river.
For my guided sessions I use day ticket beats run by the Wye & Usk Foundation, booked through The Fishing Passport website.
Booking The Beat
Should your day require specific conditions eg for trotting I suggest we refrain from booking until as late as possible in an attempt to ensure conditions are perfect. However, during busy times (summer and autumn) it may be necessary to book day tickets some time in advance to ensure we get the stretch/date required and take our chances on favourable conditions.
I'm happy to purchase the day tickets for our session (subject to prior receipt of the appropriate day ticket costs) or you can book them yourself should you wish and the cost of your booking will reflect this (see below).
The Day Of The Booking
On the day we'll meet at the beat's parking area, usually just before dawn to take full advantage of the whole day.
We'll walk the stretch and I'll recommend one or several swims based on river conditions and your targets.
I'll spend time with you and ensure you are fully conversant and happy with what you are doing. During this time, if you'd like, I'll film you fishing for the Avon Angling YouTube vlog. This is optional of course and entirely your choice.
Being anglers I appreciate we enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside and love to soak up the ambience and beauty of the surroundings so once you're happily angling I'll leave you to enjoy yourself.
I'll go for a wander and undertake a little fishing/filming myself whilst periodically checking on you.
At dusk we'll retire back to the cars for mutual back patting plus tea and medals.
Testimonials
Rather than reading testimonials from anglers who've experienced guiding days with me, why not watch the sessions for yourself...
Prices
Prices for this type of booking are:-
£150 for one angler including day ticket costs
(£100 excluding day ticket costs)
£200 for two anglers including day ticket costs
(£125 excluding day ticket costs)
I prefer to limit the day to one or two guests as I feel I can then give you sufficient time and attention.
If you have a party larger than two, please contact me and we can discuss your requirements.
Should you need a session with more of a one-on-one approach and for me to accompany you in person for the entire day the price would be £250.
Please feel free to contact me and we can have a chat about your requirements.
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nicholas.avonanglinguk@gmail.com
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