Angler's Mail
Running from 1964 until 2020, Angler's Mail was the UK's leading weekly magazine devoted to coarse fishing, telling readers everything they needed to know about which fish to catch, where to catch them, and what kit they needed to do it. Now, loads of the magazine's expert advice can be found on Advnture.com, as a helpful resource for angling newcomers and experts alike.
Latest articles by Angler's Mail
Fishing in cold weather: 8 top tips
By Angler's Mail last updated
Don't let cold weather stop you fishing! Follow Colin Mitchell's eight top tips to make the most out of winter
Vintage rods: a nostalgic look back
By Angler's Mail last updated
New equipment is great, but vintage rods hold high appeal for many.
Predator fishing tips: catch more pike, perch and zander
By Angler's Mail last updated
As predator fishing season approaches, Adam Firth shares his five top tips
Carp fishing tips with Julian Cundiff
By Angler's Mail last updated
Carp fishing ace Julian Cundiff helps you bag cautious fish in clear waters
Indoor fishing? I may give it a try!
By Angler's Mail last updated
Colin Mitchell explains why indoor fishing may just be the next big thing in angling...
Do we need to do more about fish-eating birds?
By Angler's Mail last updated
Colin Mitchell asks if fish stocks be protected against fish-eating birds...
What's with the crazy bans?
By Angler's Mail last updated
Steve Collett wonders about some of the crazy bans he's encountered on fisheries...
Choose bigger baits for better canal catches
By Angler's Mail last updated
Drennan and Bait-Tech star Dean Barlow discusses bigger baits and their advantages...
Top tips for using coarse tackle
By Angler's Mail last updated
Thomas Petch gives us his ten tips for using coarse tackle...
Close season? It's a total farce
By Angler's Mail last updated
Colin Mitchell shares his views on why he thinks the Close Season is out of date
Make your own safe bent hook rig for carp
By Angler's Mail last updated
How to make your own effective hook rig in six easy steps
How to make a crowquill Avon float
By Angler's Mail last updated
The crowquill Avon float is a legendary trotting float for fast flowing rivers. Here's how to make one.
Why you should try using peanuts as carp bait
By Angler's Mail last updated
Duncan Charman is a committed fan of using peanuts as carp bait. He explains the basics here.
How to get the best out of your fishing line
By Angler's Mail last updated
Fishing line is your link between you and the fish, so it's well worth taking extra care of to get the best out it.
Summer floater fishing tips for catching carp
By Angler's Mail last updated
Top carp angler Nick Helleur shares some useful summer tips for you to use on the bank this season.
How to catch more spring carp - 5 simple tips
By Angler's Mail last updated
Want to catch more spring carp? Read on for some useful advice in the form of 5 simple tips!
How to tie line to a spade-end hook
By Angler's Mail last updated
It is vitally important to be able to tie neat, reliable knots when using spade-end hooks. Here's how it's done.
How to make the perfect carp paste bait
By Angler's Mail last updated
Making your own carp paste bait is easy and is better than the commercial stuff
How to use marker floats - top tips and techniques
By Angler's Mail last updated
Marker floats are often misunderstood. Colin Davidson explains how to get the most out of them.
How to tie the perfect grinner knot for your line
By Angler's Mail last updated
Grinner knot fans know it's a reliable knot. Here's a simple step-by-step guide to how to tie it.
How to perfectly elasticate a carp pole
By Angler's Mail last updated
Here's how to elasticate the power top two of a new carp pole.
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