You'll discover everything you need to enjoy successful fishing across the UK, from mastering the basics to choosing the perfect equipment for coarse, game or sea angling. Our expert advice and practical tips help make every fishing trip more rewarding, whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your technique. Fishing Expert is here to help.
Freelining
Catch more fish with less gear by mastering freelining, the simple method that uses only a rod, reel, line and hook.
Boat Fishing
Boat fishing gives you access to better fishing grounds and bigger catches than shore fishing, with options for casual trips or deep-sea wreck fishing.
Bait for Sea Fishing
Fresh bait catches more fish, whether you use peeler crabs, lugworms, ragworms or sandeels found along the shore.
Fishing from Harbours and Estuaries
Drop your line in harbours and estuaries to catch bigger fish by scouting the landscape at low tide and finding where prey shelters.
Fishing from Piers and Jetties
Pier and jetty fishing gives beginners an easy way to catch sea fish without needing long casting skills or expensive gear.
Understanding Fish Feeding
Fish feeding depends on several factors like temperature and weather, so understanding these conditions helps you catch more fish.
The Art of Fooling Fish
Fish have been fooling anglers for thousands of years, and learning the art of deception can help you catch bigger ones.
Garfish: The Poor Man's Marlin
Garfish are fierce fighters that leap out of the water and are easy to catch off Britain's coast, but most anglers overlook them.
Kayak Fishing
Kayaks are affordable, easy to transport alternatives to traditional fishing boats that let you reach new waters and catch more fish.
Shads, Pirks and Other Lures
Shads and pirks are the most popular artificial lures for catching cod, pollack and bass from boats around the UK coast.
Reading Lakes and Reservoirs
Use plant life and vegetation patterns to locate fish in lakes and reservoirs where good spots aren't obvious.
Fishing from the Rocks
Fish thrive among rocks where food is plentiful and predators lurk nearby—here's how to read the terrain and catch them.
Making and Using Particle Baits
Mix your own particle baits instead of relying on shop-bought ground bait to catch more fish over longer sessions.