In this video, I focus not just on an amazing caddis pattern, but on a pattern that I believe imitates a range of emerging invertebrates trapped in the surface film. Essentially, perfect prey items that trout are happy to lazily mop up. Originally devised in the 1980s by Jackie Mathews,…
With the start of the 2026 trout fishing season fast approaching, join us for a full weekend of talks, screenings, demonstrations, good food and great company! What better way to celebrate the start of the new season! I'll be joining a host of fantastic speakers at the Fox and Hounds…
The fly fishing and fly tying event of the year is almost here! BFFI is just five days away, and I’m looking forward to chatting about all things trout, dry flies and rivers, and I’ll be tying in Hall 3 all weekend. If you're planning to attend, I'll have a…
I am overjoyed to announce that, as of January 2026, I have been added to Fulling Mill's Signature Fly Dressers, with a range of my fly patterns included in the 2026 Fulling Mill catalogue. Over the years, many have asked where they can buy my flies; well, now you can!…