The Fly Fishers made a return trip to John O’Gaunt Fishery near Romsey in Hampshire.
The recent heatwave has taken its toll on fish activity with warmer water temperatures reducing oxygen and consequently making fish less eager to feed.
A fast rotation of flies was necessary to tempt the trout and only a few experts managed to complete a
full bag of four fish.
Successful patterns included buzzers and gold-ribbed hare’s ear.
Top of the class was Raymond Willis whose patience and expertise was rewarded with a 10lb bag taking a well deserved first place.
Junior, Bradley Slater hooked the biggest fish weighing in at 3lb 2oz.
They are pictured above.