In short, fishing up and down; new car park almost finished.
Overall catches were better than last week, but two sweltering days made sure it wasn’t plain sailing.
Huge credit has to go to Ian Rice who finished top rod of the week using a March Brown Dry. On a very windy day, Ian found the only calm bit of water on Ross Lake and had take after take around the corner from the 4th dam wall platform. The fish never let up and he ended on 15. Another brilliant session finished on 14 for Dan Davis who used an Olive Shipmans to great effect. Excellent fishing, Dan. Peter also reached double figures (11) on dries and Ronnie Glass had a good session with small dries fished in the margins. Max Anderson (7) did well using a Griffiths Gnat – rarely mentioned fly but one that does great at Chatton on tricky evenings. Try a Size 20 if they’re ignoring everything else.
Without doubt fishing on top has been the best method of the week but it has been difficult fishing for large parts. The warm weather has put them off their grub a little, so think about fly size a little more and maybe err towards smaller patterns.
We’ve had the Fishing For Everyone Ladies Fishing Club this week, returning three rainbow trout, missing loads and having a cracking day with Lucy Bowden. This is what fishing is all about if you’ve never tried it! Make new friends and give fly fishing a go in a no pressure environment.
Another change you may notice next time you come is the brand new car park. Diggers have been the past few days making more room and should be complete soon.
Hopefully no-one gets too exited about car parking, but it is another thing chalked off the improvements we’re doing to make the overall experience as good as it can be for everyone.
For anyone arriving on Saturday morning, don’t be surprised to find a busy car park. Those will be people leaving the all night fishing starting on Friday night.
The forecast for this one off event looks decent. The breeze is from the west, in which the fish bite best. 14mph+ might be pushing it for the dry fly enthusiasts though. It is going to be interesting seeing how catches compare to day time fishing. Details for the last few places in the Noticeboard below.
Predicted Fly Box
Griffiths Gnat, Damsel Nymphs, Diawl Bach, Top Hats, Emergers, Daddy Longlegs, Chatton Ships, Beetles.
See you all soon.
David, Gemma and Owen
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Fly Fishing Lessons
Full or Half Day lessons (Mon-Fri).
Short Lessons (Sat-Sun)
This Saturday afternoon is available due to cancellation.
Lower your handicap with pointers on how to catch a few more or start fly fishing from scratch.
Available 7 days a week – must be booked in advance.
To book, email stuart@cadencefishing.co.uk or telephone 07887 556693.
Chatton Caravan Park
Combine fishing with a pitch on our caravan park right next to Chatton Lake. We’re really close to loads of attractions so if history, castles and fishing are your thing, give us a call.
All Night Fishing, Friday 4th July
– Check in between 7pm-8pm.
– Fish through night till 8am.
– £35 includes C&R ticket plus bacon sarnie & tea/coffee for breakfast.
– Pre-Book and Pre-Pay only – 01668 215226 to reserve your place.
3 Fly Challenge (Competition), Saturday 19th July
– 12.30pm Check In
– Collect your secret envelope. The 3 flies inside are all you can use during the 4hrs.
– Fish 1pm to 5pm. BBQ included in fee.
– £25 per person. Payment required in advance. Call 01668 215226 to book.
– Prizes for top spots – more details to follow.
Wednesday Night Club
– £15 Discounted Wednesday evening ticket
– Closing time is dark. Not a specific time.
– Tickets must be bought between 5pm and 6pm. Strictly no entry after 6pm.
– Please sign out on whiteboard before leaving.
– Available every Wednesday until end of summer. No booking necessary, just turn up.
Please keep an eye out in the Events section of our facebook page and future reports.