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
NGT tackle firm buys top day ticket fishery
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A major fishing complex could be made into a state-of-the-art fishery.
Fishing tackle shop tries new ‘old-school’ move to boost interest
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One of England’s oldest angling traders is coming up with ‘old-school’ initiatives to attract customers.
Pasture Wood day ticket venue produces shock 40 lb 3 oz pike
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Carper Jack Sharlotte had the shock of his life when he nailed this 40 lb 3 oz pike.
Ferryboat Farm Fisheries was 'sunk by floods'
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The severe flooding in South Yorkshire decimated a top day-ticket fishery.
Could biodegradable line be the future of reels?
By Angler's Mail last updated
There could be a lot less long-lasting lines than the stuff you spool up with today.
No need to kill cormorants – Bellflask boss uses dummies instead!
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A pro-active fishery owner says cormorant control can be achieved without killing them.
‘Carp out’ say Natural England as anglers worry over future of fish
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Anglers are up in arms about plans to remove all the carp from a prime coarse fishery.
River Trent trout shock for angler trying to catch pike
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Chris Brentnall showed there are still surprises to be found as he landed this 9 lb brown trout.
Mesters Lake beast capture helps solve tench mystery
By Angler's Mail last updated
The mystery of missing tench tails was solved when the culprit was caught alongside the lake.
Farewell to angling great Bob Baker
By Angler's Mail last updated
Tributes have been paid to the pioneer who helped the carp fishing bait industry become the huge enterprise it is today.
British record minnow caught by angling coach
By Angler's Mail last updated
Kevin Sims thinks he may have broken one the longest-standing British coarse fish records.
Angling Direct growth will see 20 more stores added
By Angler's Mail last updated
The UK’s largest fishing tackle and equipment retailer is set to push ahead with more growth.
Big bream history made with angler’s second 20 lb-plus giant
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James Crameri created big bream history when he became the first angler to nab two 20 lb-plus bream.
Record rudd brace puts carp lake firmly on the map for UK record
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Carper Tom Jacklin landed the best-ever brace of rudd with giants of 4 lb 8 oz and 4 lb.
England pair win one of angling's most prestigious titles
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England carp pair Wayne Mansford and Ryan Need created history.
Could all fishing weights made of lead be banned?
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The use of lead in fishing could be coming to an end after moves being made in Europe.
Angler’s Mail editor lands massive 70 lb-plus river carp
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The magazine editor has caught one of the biggest river carp ever reported.
Jamie Cook named as new leader of Angling Trust and Fish Legal
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The successful angler says it's his dream job.
Massive 12 lb 8 oz tench snaps angler's rod
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Tim Woolven's new personal best, this gigantic 12 lb 8 oz tinca, broke his beloved float rod.
Is this giant Britain’s record carp-in-waiting?
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Bernard Sisson is confident this 64 lb 8 oz mirror will go over the current 68 lb 1 oz British record.
Poundland fishing bait range launched
By Angler's Mail last updated
The UK's leading budget chainstore intends to enter the UK angling market.
Top tackle shop closing down after nearly 50 years of trade
By Angler's Mail last updated
Another popular fishing tackle shop is closing down, after a final sale of stock.
Big bream and carp haul landed after super heavy feeding
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Spessy ace Phil Morton proved heavy baiting can pay even on day sessions.
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