Mayfly Fishing

When it comes to chalkstream fly fishing, most anglers think of the Test, Itchen, or Avon, but tucked further west lies the River Frome in Dorset — a hidden gem

Having joined the Aardvark McLeod team in June 2025, South African Alistair Routledge was sent on his first chalkstream fly fishing trip on the delightful River Wylye in Wiltshire. Read

Summer Lodge Hotel in Dorset is celebrating being named ‘Best Small Hotel in the UK’ at the Visit England Awards for Excellence in 2025. This charming country house hotel sits

First Mayfly spotted on the Itchen last week, “cool your jets” it was only a few it’s still very early in the season, but they are on their way. Embarking

Embarking on a Mayfly fishing trip a is a treat for any angler. From sections of main river to delightful carrier streams, the fishing on the River Test has a

The much-anticipated Mayfly Dinner, the grand opening event of the season, was held at the Grosvenor Hotel in Stockbridge. A hundred guests gathered to celebrate the tradition opening of the

After enduring months of relentless rain, the water levels in the upper reaches of the Test have surged, rendering fishing impossible for now. This setback is poised to delay the

Trout fishing season is here, offering a chance to enjoy the outdoors and unwind with friends or family while fly fishing. Preparation and having the right gear are key to

Embarking on a Mayfly fishing trip at Wherwell Estate is a treat for any angler. From sections of main river to delightful carrier streams, the fishing on the estate has

Summertime on the chalkstreams offers some of the most technical dry fly fishing of the season. More often than not the best fishing is at dawn and dusk when it

Fly fishing on Wiltshire’s River Nadder is so easy to overlook in favour of the bigger named rivers in the area. It may not be a true chalkstream but it

Summertime on the chalkstreams offers some of the most technical dry fly fishing of the season. More often than not the best fishing is at dawn and dusk when it