Your Fly Fishing Adventure Begins!

As soon as you step off your train, and hop out of the car, your journey into the heart of the English countryside begins. Sit back and enjoy the scenic drive as we wind through charming market towns, past sleepy villages, and alongside crystal-clear chalk streams. Picture-perfect thatched cottages, storybook landscapes, It’s like stepping right into a postcard!

What’s Included?

We’ve got everything covered for a day of hassle-free adventure:

• Transportation: Local rides to get you straight to the action we know all the best spots.
• All Licenses and Gear: Just bring yourself and a sense of adventure!
• Local Charm and History: Along the way, you’ll get a taste of the region’s rich heritage and breathtaking views.

So, get ready for a day of casting, laughs, and plenty of picturesque moments in one of the most beautiful fishing spots around.

Imagine a place where fly fishing is more than just a sport—it's a tradition, a pilgrimage, and an art form perfected over centuries. Welcome to the chalk streams of Hampshire, where modern fly fishing was born. Fly fishers from around the globe journey here to experience these globally unique water meadows, steeped in natural beauty and history. We invite you to join me for a guided day exploring these pristine waters.

Chalk streams are more than just fishing spots; they’re bustling ecosystems brimming with life. These rare habitats support an astonishing variety of plants and animals, including some of the UK’s most endangered species.

What makes a chalk stream so special? It starts with chalk itself. Highly porous and permeable, chalk allows rainwater to filter down to the bedrock, where it pools in a natural reservoir. This ‘gin-clear’ water, held below ground, resurfaces through chalk springs, flowing at a steady temperature of around 10 °C, creating ideal conditions for wildlife. The nutrient-rich water supports an incredible diversity of insects, including over twenty species of Mayfly and nearly forty species of Caddis—a fly-fisher’s dream! This abundance makes it the perfect setting for dry fly fishing.

We offer guided days almost year-round, transitioning from trout in the warmer months to grayling and pike as the temperature drops.

Join us for an unforgettable journey to some of the most enchanting and ecologically significant streams in the world, and experience the magic of fly fishing in its birthplace!

Casting is at the heart of successful fly fishing—whether you’re aiming for that flawless line presentation or just savouring the thrill of landing the fly exactly where you want it! If you’re completely new to casting or a seasoned angler working to break some tricky habits, Brett's experience and expert tips will make a world of difference.

What’s the Cost?

Tuition is available individually or in groups and takes place near scenic Stockbridge.

• Private Lessons: £60/hour, with a minimum session of 2 hours (unless arranged otherwise).
• Groups (2+ people): £75/hour, so grab a friend (or two) and let’s hit the water!
• Guided day sessions: £300

Casting Techniques Covered:

You’ll get hands-on practice with an exciting range of single- and double-handed casting techniques, such as:

Single-Handed Rod Techniques

• The essentials: Overhead, Roll, Double Haul, Jump Roll, Single Spey, and more
• Special conditions: Learn to work with any wind Mother Nature throws at you.

Double-Handed Rod Techniques

• Classic casts: Roll, Jump Roll, and Spey along with Scandi and Skagit techniques.
• Double the rod, double the fun—and yes, we’ve got wind conditions covered here, too.

The Legendary Spey Cast

The Spey cast (a fancy roll cast with a twist!) becomes easy once you master two other casts: Roll Cast and Jump Roll. With Brett’s help, you’ll be Spey casting smoothly, plus get the Double Spey Cast down in no time.

Goals and Expectations

Before we start, we'll chat about your personal casting goals. This way, we’re on the same page, and you know exactly what to practice between sessions to reach your targets. From newbies to experts, everyone improves faster with practice, so expect some homework!

Get ready to ditch those bad casting habits, add some finesse to your fly fishing game, and most importantly—enjoy every cast!

Please contact me at bretto_connor@mac.com for any questions you may have.