Fishing Tales & Stories Richard Handel

UK carp fishing is a popular and rewarding hobby that can be enjoyed by anglers of all levels. Here is a simple step by step guide to get you started:1. Purchase a rod licence from the government website or your local post office branch. You can choose between a one day, eight day, or 12-month licence, depending on how often you plan to fish. A rod licence allows you to use up to two rods for carp fishing, or three if you have a 12-month licence¹.




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I’m back after going home yesterday for a family thing. Last night, I was back down at the lake around 07:30, knowing exactly where I was heading. After seeing a couple of nice carp show off Gate Island, that swim was my number one choice. It’s a bit of a pain to get to due to crossing a wooden bridge just wide enough for a barrow when it’s full of kit to get across. Well, half full, as I don’t fancy dumping it all in 3ft of silty water.




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Introduction: In the vast and ever-evolving world of carp fishing, innovation often emerges from necessity and resourcefulness. Richard, in this captivating blog, takes us on a journey back to the 80s, sharing the humble beginnings of what later became known as the Combi Rig. Far from claiming invention, Richard sheds light on how anglers, driven by financial constraints and the desire to make the most of available materials, unknowingly contributed to the birth of a rig that would stand the test of time.




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It’s now Sunday, 17th March, and I’m back out on the Airfield Lake. I arrived at about 1:30 pm, and after looking around for an hour and a bit, I visited Saturday before I went home in the same area.  I’m hoping to spot something, there wasn’t a single sign anywhere. I ended up pitching in an area where I had seen the carp on Friday morning. It was a tricky one, as this area has three swims with access to slightly different areas, and from where I was pitched up Friday/Saturday, you can’t 100% tell where the carp are showing




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