Carp fishing on a day ticket: how to plan your first session
Your First Fishing Trip
Get prepared
A Beginner's Guide to River Coarse Fishing in England
Canal Fishing for Beginners: Permits, Tactics and What to Expect on Your First Session
Staying Warm While Fishing: Clothing and Session Planning for Cold Days on the Bank
Your first visit to a commercial fishery: what to expect and how to prepare
Fishing Licences and Day Tickets in England and Wales: What You Need Before You Fish
Your coarse fishing kit checklist: what you actually need to get started
Choosing tackle
Choose a setup that suits your fishing
Understand what you need, which components work together and where it’s worth spending a little more.
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Fishing Umbrellas and Day Shelters: A Practical Guide for Weekend Anglers
Start in the middle: a brolly with storm sides usually gives more usable protection than a basic umbrella without the bulk or cost of an oval shelter.
Bankside Equipment17 Oct 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
Fishing advice
Skills to improve your fishing
Explore guides to choosing tackle, improving your technique and caring for your catch.
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Lead Weights and Fishing: What the Law Allows
Explains the two legal weight thresholds for lead attached to a fishing line in England and Wales, what is exempt, reasons for the restrictions and which non-lead alternatives to choose.
Fish Care & Rules14 Oct 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
Using Maggots and Worms for Coarse Fishing
Clear, practical guidance on using maggots and worms for UK coarse fishing, covering bait choice, hooking, feeding, storage and rules to keep your sessions productive.
Bait and Terminal Tackle7 Oct 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
