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You will notice that there is no introduction to this section yet.
I would like to fill this gap with an introduction from a local angler [or someone who is a frequent visiting fisherman] for every one of the geographical pages on Fatfisherman.com.
The many thousands of anglers now regularly using these pages prefer to read something written by someone who can see the area from an insider's point of view. They know the best spots, not just the ones that first time or overseas visitors usually visit or that are well known outside of the area.
Each introduction carries the e-mail address of the contributor so that anglers can get in touch with them if, for example, they are planning a trip [unless the contributor is unable to do this] so it could bring you extra business if you own a local fishery or tackleshop, charter boat or magazine etc.
Please get in touch if you feel you can contribute an introduction to this page - you don't have to be an expert; I'm not!
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Bath - Get Your Tackle Out108 High Street, Twerton, Bath, Somerset, BA2 1DB - 01225 335599 Bridgwater - Somerset Angling 74, Bath Rd, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 4PL - 01278 431777 Bridgwater - Tackle ShopTackleShop is a dedicated online fishing tackle store that supplies fishing tackle to anglers around the world. We dispatch thousands of items of tackle each year to our customers and always attempt to stock the latest, top quality goods at the best possible prices. We have a huge range of fishing tackle in stock to cater for all branches of angling including Coarse fishing, Game fishing and Sea fishing. We stock fishing rods, fishing reels and accessories plus many other tackle items including items of tackle as varied as Carp bivvies and Fish finders… Bridgwater - Wayne's Tackle61, Eastover, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 5AP - 01278 429335 Burnham - Burnham Angling Centrehttp://www.burnhamangling.comWe are a local fishing tackle shop and have been trading in Burnham On Sea for over 5 years. We stock a full range of Coarse, Carp, Sea and Fly tackle for the novice or experienced Angler... Burnham - Chris's Angling Centre12 Regent Street, Burnham On Sea TA8 1AX - 01278 794442 Chard - Chard Angling CentreThe Old Bakehouse, 2 Holyrood Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2AH - 01460 63771 Congresbury - Cadbury Anglinghttp://www.cadburyangling.co.ukThe Cadbury Angling Team is proud to present a complete range of fishing tackle from all leading manufacturers. We aim to provide a complete service ranging from advice and tips on the latest products, reviews of local fishing venues and of course, a comprehensive selection of fishing tackle... Dulverton - Lance Nicholson Gun ShopGloster House, High St, Dulverton, Somerset TA22 9HB - 01398 323409 Durleigh - Durleigh Fishing LodgeDurleigh Reservoir, Enmore Road, Durleigh, Bridgwater TA5 2AW - 01278 424 786 Exebridge - Hart Flyshophttp://www.hartflyshop.comWe have some seriously cool products for 2009 including new brands and additions to old favourites… Hart Flyshop Ltd
Exe Valley Fishery
Exebridge
Nr Dulverton
Somerset
TA22 9AY
Tel: 01398 323008
or 01398 324022
Email: info@hartflyshop.com Frome - Frome Angling Centre 11, Church Street, Frome, Somerset BA11 1PW - 01373 467143 Frome - The Bait Master127 St. Johns Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2BH - 08707 444647 Frome - Tight Lines Angling43, Catherine St, Frome, Somerset BA11 1DB - 01373 455001 Highbridge - The Fishing Tackle ManThe Fishing Tackle Man was established in 2006 and has grown quickly to become one of UK's busiest on-line fishing tackle stores. We supply to the trade, this will also include Market Stall Holders, Car Boots, Shops and You the Angler… Highbridge - Thyer's Tackle 1a, Church St, Highbridge, Somerset TA9 3AE - 01278 786934 Highbridge - Veals Fishing Tacklehttp://www.veals4carp.comVEALS OF HIGHBRIDGE (THYERS) - 1A CHURCH STREET, HIGHBRIDGE, SOMERSET TA9 3AE - Tel- 01278 786934 Highbridge - Weekend AnglersUnit 29, Morland Industrial Park, Morland Rd, Highbridge, Somerset TA9 3ET -01278 787731 Minehead - Westcoast TackleQuay St, Minehead, Somerset TA24 5UL - 01643 705745 Shepton Mallet - P A MegabaitsQuarry Way, Waterlip, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 4RN - 01749 880066 Street - Street Angling CentreAll types of tackle and accessories… Street Angling Centre no longer trades online. Please contact them directly instead: 01458 447830 Taunton - Enterprise Angling42, East Reach, Taunton, Somerset TA1 3ES - 01823 282623 Taunton - Topp Tackle 63, Station Rd, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1PA - 01823 282518 Taunton - Westcountry Angling Supplies Ltd36, Station Rd, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1NL - 01823 338808 Watchet - Westcoast Angling Centre53, Swain St, Watchet, Somerset TA23 0AG - 01984 634807 Wellington - Wellington Country Sports24, High St, Wellington, Somerset TA21 8RA - 01823 662120 Wells - Thatchers Pet & Tackle18, Queen St, Wells, Somerset BA5 2DP - 01749 673513 Yeovil - Mick's Tackle & Guns67, Princes Street, Yeovil, Somerset BA20 1EE - 01935 411087 Yeovil - Yeovil & District Angling Centre27-29, Forest Hill, Yeovil, Somerset BA20 2PH - 01935 476777
Avalon Fisheries - Peatmoor Centrehttp://www.avalonfisheries.co.ukSatellite ViewSet in the tranquil heart of the Somerset Levels Avalon Fisheries is surrounded with an abundance of wildlife of the near by nature reserves... Bullock Farm Fishing Lakes - Kingston Seymourhttp://www.bullockfarm.co.ukSatellite View;Established in 1995 by Philip & Jude Simmons and voted as one of the 50 fisheries you must fish by the Angler's Mail and in the top 100 fisheries by the Angling Times, we are located in the lovely rural, coastal, countryside village of Kingston Seymour, regularly North Somerset's Best Kept Small Village... Burtle Road LakesFisherySatellite ViewLocated on the the Burtle Road between Westhay and Burtle. Three lakes containing mixed species including bream, roach, tench, rudd, perch, carp and crucian carp. These lakes offer a tranquil environment with wonderful wildlife to observe and plenty of fish to catch... Cheddar Reservoirhttp://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.uk/venue.htmlSatellite ViewCheddar Reservoir holds some really big fish. Tench average 6lb recent reports of double figures, up to 30lb pike, up to 2lb plus perch and shoals and shoals of quality roach. This water is very clear, so the best way to get among the lumps is long cast straight lead or feeder... Cider Farm Lakes - Lympshamhttp://www.ciderfarmlakes.co.ukSatellite View40 acres of lakes [3 pleasure, two match] and scrumpy at their own shop! Cider Farm Lakes, Dobunni Farm, Wick Road, Lympsham, Somerset BS24 0HA Clatworthy ReservoirFisherySatellite ViewAnglers can enjoy fishing for rainbow and brown trout from the banks of this 130-acre reservoir or from a boat. Fishing boats may be hired for rowing or you may use your own motor... Combwich PondsFishingSatellite ViewA BAA Water Dillington Estate PondFisherySatellite ViewOne mile out of Ilminster, turn into Eaglewood Park - you will see the pond in front of you. Approximately half an acre, with a depth of upto 25 feet. Main species found include Roach, Perch, Chubb, Tench, Bream and Crucian Carp. The pond can be fished all year round. (Juniors must be accompanied by an adult)... Dunwear Ponds - BridgwaterFisherySatellite ViewA BAA Water Durleigh ReservoirFisherySatellite ViewDurleigh reservoir is the only Wessex Water reservoir dedicated to public coarse fishing. Anglers can fish over 80 acres, from the bank. An abundance of coarse fish means Wessex Water can offer superb coarse fishing for matches or the casual angler. The reservoir contains carp, roach, bream, perch, tench and specimen size pike... Emerald Pool Fishery - West HuntspillFisherySatellite ViewEmerald pool is with out doubt one of the best coarse fisheries in the South West of England. Emerald Pool Fishery comprises of four pools set in eight acres of grounds located within the scenic Somerset levels... Fish South Westhttp://www.fishsouthwest.co.uk/venuessomerset.htmThe complete guide to coarse fishing in the South West of England... annotated list of fisheries Folly Foot Carp Fishery - North Pethertonhttp://www.follyfootfishery.co.ukSatellite ViewThe lake is well stocked with a variety of Koi, Mirror, Common and Ghost Carp. The majority of which weigh in the doubles, plenty in the twenties and a few very large fish which have evaded being landed for some years. One of which was caught seven years ago and weighed 28lbs at that time... 01278 662 979 - Folly Foot Fishery, Taunton Road, North Petherton, TA6 6NW Hawkridge ReservoirFisherySatellite ViewThis upland reservoir nestles in a small valley on the Quantock Hills in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The reservoir lies some seven miles west of Bridgwater, just beyond the village of Spaxton... King Stanley Pond - Norton FitzwarrenInformationSatellite ViewKing Stanley Pond is a mixed coarse fishery controlled by Taunton Angling Association - Norton Fitzwarren, Taunton, Somerset, England, UK - 01823 271194 Langford Lakes Coarse FisheryFisherySatellite ViewWelcome to Langford Lakes Coarse Fishery. Our four lakes (Carp, Mixed, Roach & Perch and Syndicate) are set in 30 acres of Nordman Fir Plantation were established in 1980 and are stocked with a variety of different species from Roach & Rudd of only few ounces up to Carp hitting the twenty-pound mark and over, something for every angler... Lower Lakes Fishery - Chilton Trinityhttp://www.lowerlakesfishing.co.ukSatellite ViewLower Lakes, situated close to the village of Chilton Trinity, Somerset, is a secluded area with an eight acre lake at its heart. This is somewhere to enjoy the freedom of space, and to appreciate the priviledge of privacy. Lower Lakes offers holidays for anglers of all abilities, perfect for families, who not only want to enjoy the angling, nature walks, lakeside picnics around the reserve and all this magnificent area has to offer, but also for the dedicated angler and specimen hunter, in the most stunning setting staying in luxurious lake side lodges... Maunsell Ponds - North NewtonFisherySatellite ViewATAA Water - Situated in the grounds of Maunsel house,North Newton is Maunsell Ponds this a complex of 3 ponds one of which is a heavily stocked match lake. The other two lakes one of which is a predominantly carp lake which also contains some nice tench and some huge perch. And the other is Lodge Lake which is to the left of the match lake this lake contains roach.rudd,tench and carp... Moorlands FisheryFisherySatellite ViewThis small, intimate water contains carp, crucians, roach, rudd, skimmers, perch and tench. An ideal venue for youngsters or those seeking plenty of bites... Otterhead LakesFisherySituated on the Blackdown Hills, south of Taunton and one mile north of the village of Churchinford the two lakes at Otterhead once formed part of a landscaped estate... Pavyotts Mill Carp Lakes - East Cokerhttp://www.pavyottsmill.co.ukSatellite ViewIf you're interested in carp fishing we have it all here for you. Here at Payvotts Mill we strive to create one of the UK's best carp fisheries... Pawlett PondsFisherySatellite ViewDay Permits available at Pawlett Post Office and Thyers of Highbridge.
Carp, tench, roach, rudd and other silver fish... Screech Owl Ponds - BridgwaterFisherySatellite ViewA BAA Water Summerhayes FisheriesFisherySatellite ViewSally and Peter welcomes you to Summerhayes Fisheries Set on 24 acres of of the most beautiful and interesting parts of Somerset. We are proud to be a registered county wildlife site. Sumerhayes fisheries has 6 well maintained ponds with up to 105 swims. All ponds are well stocked with carp, tench, perch, bream, roach, rudd and chub... Sutton Bingham ReservoirFishing the ReservoirSatellite ViewThis 142-acre reservoir offers excellent fly fishing for rainbow and brown trout, either from the bank or a boat. Fishing boats may be hired for rowing or you may use your own motor (electric outboard only). A wheelie boat is available for wheelchair users.... The Sedges - Dunwear, Bridgewaterhttp://www.thesedgesfishery.co.ukSatellite View.We are a family run three-lake fishery with nine static holiday caravans to the east of Bridgwater. The lakes all contain a good mixture of carp and silvers. Carp up to 20lb, bream and tench up to 5lb, roach, rudd and perch up to 1lb... Thorney Lakes - MuchelneyFisherySatellite View.Our secluded lakes cover approximately 4 acres and are well stocked with a selection of course fish including large carp, (up to 25lbs)... Thurlbear Pond - Staple FitzpaineFisheryA TAA Water - Thurlbear pond is one of the club's newest venues and is proving very popular with both the senior and junior anglers. The pond is very well stocked with Carp, Roach, bream and even orfe it is the ideal venue for the pleasure angler amongst you... Trinity Waters - Chilton Trinityhttp://www.trinitywaters.co.ukSatellite ViewTrinity Waters is a family run fishery in mature, tranquil surroundings. Catering for anglers of all abilities, young and old, abled and lessabled. The fishery is growing from strength to strength and is hard to believe it was only established in 2000. Restocking is ongoing, the developments of existing and new lakes, as well as facilities, are always continuing... Proprietors - John and Sue - Telephone number(s) - 01278 450880 or 07720542141 Email - sue@trinitywaters.fsnet.co.uk - Trinity Waters - Straight Drove, Bridgwater TA5 2BQ Tucking MillFisherySatellite ViewSet in a secluded wood, Tucking Mill is located in the attractive Midford Valley, south of Bath. A network of paths link it to Bath, Midford and Monkton Combe... Wall Eden FarmFisherySatellite ViewFishing on the pond for trout and coarse fish. Easily accessible for wheel chairs, ideally suited for beginners and family fun fish... Walrow PondsSatellite ViewA BAA Water Walton Pond - StreetFisherySatellite View;A TAA Water - Walton Pond is situated in the Vale of Avalon near Street on the edge of the Somerset levels. The levels and moors are steeped in history and myth. Glastonbury with its Tor, visible from Walton Pond , is central to the Arthurian myths and legends. Many claim it to be the Isle of Avalon and Glastonbury Abbey to be the final resting place of King Arthur and his wife Guinevere. Walton's unique history saw most of the village being auctioned off on 14th July 1939 when the owner of nearly all the properties and surrounding land Lord Bath put the village up for sale... West Sedgemoor DrainFisherySatellite ViewA TAA Water - The West Sedgemoor Drain is situated on the Somerset Levels and is a site of special scientific interest, it is also an R.S.P.B reserve. This water contains some specimen fish which include, Pike, Carp, Roach, Tench, Perch,Bream and Eels.Disabled swims available at the pumping station... Wimbleball Lake - DulvertonFisherySatellite ViewThis nationally renowned lake is regularly stocked with Rainbows up to 8lb to ensure excellent sport. Fly fishing only... Wych Lodge Lake - Staple FitzpaineFisheryA TAA Water - Wych Lodge Lake is situated on the northern slopes of the Blackdown Hills close to Staple Fitzpaine in Taunton. Following its recent restoration this venue has a lot to offer the angler. Taunton Angling Association in partnership with the Heritage Lottery and the Environment Agency have improved the lake by desilting and removing vegetation from the bed of the lake and increasing the surface area available to anglers...
Alcove Angling Clubhttp://www.alcoveangling.co.ukAlcove Angling Club is one of the fastest growing clubs in the west. It is family friendly and we actively encourage Children to join and fish with an adult by giving them free membership until they reach there 12th birthday... Bathampton Angling Associationhttp://www.bathampton.orgIn the village of Bathampton at “The George Inn” on the date of May 23rd 1936 a Committee with a Mr. Baverstock as Chairman formerly launched the Bathampton Anglers as an Association. Cash in hand at the time totalled £8.14.0d.... Bridgwater Angling Associationhttp://www.bridgwaterangling.co.ukA Palmer 3 Victoria Road, Bridgwater, Somerset Carps Angling Clubhttp://www.carpsac.co.ukCarps Angling Club was founded in 1991 by a few local gentlemen in the village of Wick, just outside Bristol, in memory of a local man by the name of Jack Weight... Cheddar Angling Clubhttp://www.cheddaranglingclub.co.ukCheddar reservoir was constructed in the 1930s to make better use of the water from the springs in Cheddar Gorge, which had first been used as a source in 1922. The lake has a capacity of 6 million cubic meters (1,350 million gallons). Some of the water from the reservoir is pumped to Bristol for treatment at the Barrow Treatment works with the rest being treated at the Cheddar works to supply the surrounding area… Clevedon and District Angling Clubhttp://www.freewebs.com/clevedon-fwac/fishwithus.htmMr Newton 64 Clevedon Road, Tickenham, Clevedon, Somerset Clevedon and District Freshwater Angling ClubD A Harper 5 Kingsley Road, Clevedon, Avon BS21 6NT Clevedon Pier Sea Angling Clubhttp://www.cpsac.co.ukFishing from Clevedon Pier… Frome and District Angling AssociationR J Lee Marvic
Keyford Terrace, Frome, Somerset Glaston Manor Angling Association AssociationGlaston Manor Angling Association offer first class coarse fishing on a varity of waters within the Glastonbury and Mid Somerset area. The jewel in the club's crown is the River Brue which provides some of the best winter roach, chub, bream and pike fishing in Somerset... Ilminster Angling Associationhttp://www.ilminsteraa.co.ukPlease use the links above to view details of our committee members, our rules, and photos and information about our locations... North Somerset Association of Anglers (Embracing Cheddar, Highbridge, Clevedon clubs)R Newton 64 Clevedon Road, Tickenham, Cleveden, Avon BS21 6RD Somerset Levels Association of Angling Clubs (SLAAC)Taunton Angling Associationhttp://www.taunton-angling.co.ukTaunton Angling Association was founded around 1948 and currently offers fishing to just over 900 members, We are dedicated to making your angling experience as pleasurable as possible. Whether you're interested in match fishing, carp fishing or pike fishing, we have a venue to suit your needs... Taunton Fly -Fishing Clubjohng_connolly@hotmail.comJohn Connolly - 35 Manor Road, Taunton TA1 5BG Wessex Federation of Angling ClubsJ J Mathrick
Perham Farmhouse, Wick, Langport, Somerset TA10 0NN Weston-super-Mare Angling Associationhttp://www.wsmaa.co.ukWelcome to the Weston-super-Mare Angling Associations Web Site. Here you will find everything you need to know about the club and it's waters… Wimbleball Fly Fishers ClubA D Ridgeway
13 Glen Drive, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 7RG Yeovil and Sherborne Angling Associationhttp://www.ysaa-online.co.uk
Bryan Martin - Devon Fly Fishing http://www.devonflyfishing.co.uk APGAI / STANIC Qualified Fly Casting Lessons and Fly Fishing Instruction and Guiding in North Devon and Somerset... Neil Keep Fly Fishinghttp://www.neilkeepflyfishing.co.uk82 St Michaels Avenue, Yeovil, Somerset.BA21 4LG - 01935 413454 - 07821647055 - enquiries@neilkeepflyfishing.co.uk - Relaxed and friendly tuition that is designed around your requirements. Forget the stresses of everyday life whilst learning the art of fly fishing amidst the beautiful scenery of the west country... Nick Hart Fly Fishinghttp://www.hartflyfishing.demon.co.uk/If you are looking for qualified fly fishing tuition, a fly fishing course, guide services, a fishing holiday or just plain and simple advice ... Nick Hart Fly Fishing can help ! Based in the beautiful scenery of Exmoor a fly fishing course is not just a great way to learn a new skill but a brilliant way to relax and unwind...
Silverfox Match AnglingBLOGMatch fishing diary from the silver fox....
Bridport - Dawn Misthttp://www.westbayfishingtrips.co.ukNestled in the heart of the Jurassic Coast, lies the beautiful fishing harbour of West bay. Where a stroll along the newly developed Jurassic pier will reveal towering golden cliffs to the East, along with the famous Chesil beach often referred to as, ‘The 8th Wonder of the World,' To the west, lies the renowned fossil hunting beaches, of Charmouth and Lyme Regis, accessed through glorious cliff top walks for the more energetic... Minehead - Ark SupremeAlan Keirle 01643 702701 Minehead - Defiant & ShalimarAlbert 01643 703687 , 07850 708554 Minehead - Edwin JohnDave - 01643 702207 Watchet - K & A Chartershttp://www.zumersetmaid.co.ukWelcome to K & A Charters, Sailing the Zumerset Maid out of Watchet Harbour Marina, Somerset, United Kingdom. The Zumerset Maid is an Arvor 230 AS - V.W 150 HP, Turbo. We are fully MCA coded and insured for up to 20 miles. We carry fully approved life saving devices at all times... Watchet - Scooby Doo Toohttp://www.scoobydootoo.comScooby Doo Too was launched during May 2000 and entered full time service on the 16th. Constructed in the warehouse situated on the East Quay at Watchet she took 13 months to complete following delivery of hull mouldings during April 1999... Watchet - Seafire Fishinghttp://www.seafirefishing.co.uk5 West Street, Watchet TA23 0BG - 01984 634507 - Shaun Anning has been charter fishing out of Watchet for over 20 years. He is a very experienced Skipper and knows where all the best fishing spots are... Western-Super-Mare - Portishead Charters 26 Hobart Road BS23 4QN - Paul is 54 years old married with 4 children and lives in Weston super Mare. Paul began angling in the early 1970’s taking his hobby further shortly afterwards by running a fishing boat from his mooring on the River Axe, Weston Bay...
Emerald Pool Fishery - West Huntspill Nr Highbridgehttp://www.emeraldpool.co.ukEmerald pool is with out doubt one of the best coarse fisheries in the South West of England. Emerald Pool Fishery comprises of four pools set in eight acres of grounds located within the scenic Somerset levels... Folly Foot Fishery Holidaystlpreston@btinternet.com/carpfishingatfollyfoot.htm" target="_blank">http://uk.geocities.com/tlpreston@btinternet.com/carpfishingatfollyfoot.htmYou can now pre book (although booking is not necessary) your carp fishing on a top quality big Carp lake, where you could hope to achieve your personal best without wasting time and money travelling abroad... Lakeside Holiday Park - Burnham-on-Seahttp://www.lakesideholidays.co.uk...Enjoy the solitude and sheer pleasure of fishing in our private tree lined lake while other members of the family laze away the day on our walled sun terrace beside the heated swimming pool. Eat, have a coffee or just relax in our poolside conservatory. If you feel more energetic why not rent a mountain bike and explore some of the lovely country lanes around Burnham... Lower Lakes Fishery - Chilton Trinityhttp://www.lowerlakesfishing.co.uk See the Fisheries section for details... The Sedges Fishery & Caravanshttp://www.thesedgesfishery.co.ukWe are a family run three-lake fishery with nine static holiday caravans to the east of Bridgwater… Trinity Waters Incorporating Lower Lakes Holiday Accommodationhttp://www.trinitywaters.co.ukTrinity Waters is a family run fishery in mature, tranquil surroundings. Catering for anglers of all abilities, young and old, able-bodied and disabled. The fishery is growing from strength to strength and is hard to believe it was only established in 2000. Restocking is ongoing, the developments of existing and new lakes, as well as facilities, are always continuing…
A Taste of Angling in SomersetArticleFor over 40 years I have fished all over the British Isles, in fact all over the World, as for the first 14 years of my working life I was a sailor. This job took me to every corner of the globe, and I took every opportunity to get ashore and fish...
Bryan Martin - Devon Fly Fishinghttp://www.devonflyfishing.co.ukAPGAI / STANIC Qualified Fly Casting Lessons and Fly Fishing Instruction and Guiding in North Devon and Somerset...
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