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Both had a good day, nice size fish.

6 Trout

Rearly enjoyed this venue even though the conditions were challenging. Had to fish the near bank but eventually found a few fish.

2 Barbel, 4 Chub

1 Barbel, 1 Chub

No signs of life at Blackpool brook, its a challenging bit of water. Bideford brook was pure heaven. saw plenty of fish rising but couldn't tempt any on the dry fly. managed one 6in fish on a bead headed nymph and missed a few takes. the perfect bit of river for my 6ft 4wt split cane. This beat is a true gem!

1 Trout

2 Barbel, 2 Chub

2 Chub, 10 Other

Although the river was high and coloured, it was fishable if in places overgrown with brambles. I didn't see or touch any fish, but saw kingfisher and dipper

Difficult conditions, with the river high and pushing through fast. Tried a couple of swims each in the meadow, fishing close to the near bank with pellet. One barbel landed (five and a half pounds) but no other bites at all between the two of us.

1 Barbel

Found the baliff Colin Richardson very helpful doubt we would have caught without his help. Ledgered meat half way across. River high and colored.

1 Barbel, 4 Chub

First time on this beat and pleasantly surprised with easy access and parking and lots of good spots to choose from. I fished the upper section and my partner tried the bottom stretch. River was quick requiring heavy feeders to hold station and a little coloured, falling about 6" during the day. 3 fish taken on pellet around midday and one on flavoured meat at about 5pm. Nice way to end the season.

3 Barbel, 1 Chub