Bait
Guides to the best baits for coarse fishing, including maggots, sweetcorn, bread, worms, pellets and meat. Learn which baits work best for different species, conditions and fishing methods.
Choosing the right bait can make a big difference when coarse fishing. This section covers simple, proven baits for species such as roach, dace, chub, perch, bream, barbel and carp. You’ll find practical guides on what bait to use, how to present it and when different baits are most effective.
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The Best Baits for Chub: What to Use and When
Discover the best baits for catching chub and when to use them. From bread and maggots to worms, cheese and pellets, this guide covers proven chub baits for UK rivers.
13 Sept 2026 · 5 min read
The Humble Minnow: Small Fish, Big Importance
The humble minnow may be small, but it plays an important role in our rivers and lakes. Discover its place in the food chain, its traditional use as live and dead bait, and why healthy minnow populations can help support bigger predatory fish.
3 Sept 2026
Summer Stalking for Chub
Stalking summer chub in clear water is an exciting method to catch fish.
25 Aug 2026 · 5 min read
What Bait to Use for River Fishing: A Beginner’s Guide
Not sure what bait to use for river fishing? This beginner’s guide covers maggots, sweetcorn, bread, worms, pellets and meat, plus which baits to use for popular UK river fish.
8 Aug 2026 · 3 min read