iBMe Posted April 4, 2016 Share Posted April 4, 2016 (edited) So I fancy getting into this fishing lark, not too bothered about catching fish really just seems a good excuse to sit on a river bank getting stoned for a few hours Do you always have to get the permits and shit? Can one just buy a cheapo telescopic rod and a bit of tackle and a chair and go for it? I know they sell those telescopic rods in lots of seaside touristy spots so I presume most who buy them just use them for a day or so without permits (probably mostly families and kids) so is there different rules there? If I need to get a permit is it like one that covers the whole country? and if so what do they cost? I do fancy some coastal sea fishing with the goal of catching something tastey to eat (that is allowed right?), but I gather its a bit more effort.. or maybe not? Cheers. @@Owderb and @@*DJ* you two seem to know you stuff so any input greatly appreciated. Edited April 4, 2016 by iBMe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronic1 Posted April 4, 2016 Share Posted April 4, 2016 You need a rod license from the Post Office £27.00 unless Sea fishing then you don't need one,then join a club or buy a day ticket for your chosen venue. Good fun and nice with a smoke 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owderb Posted April 4, 2016 Share Posted April 4, 2016 My advice is to go into your local tackle shop and explain you want a starter kit. Ask for a whip because you can buy ready tied, ready to go rigs you just attach to the end and your away The guys in tackle shops are usually good lads and willing to help They can advise you on where to go too Owd 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iBMe Posted April 4, 2016 Author Share Posted April 4, 2016 (edited) Ah right yeah license is what I meant, hmm that's not too bad I suppose, is that £27 annually or one off? if annually is there perhaps a 6 month option? Probably wouldn't go much in the winter like. How close to the sea does a river get before it becomes the sea? Closest sea to me is the wash, which is pretty marshy which I suppose isnt much good? does it need to be rocky areas for good fishing? Cheers Owderb good idea il do that. Edited April 4, 2016 by iBMe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddygorilla Posted April 4, 2016 Share Posted April 4, 2016 U can buy various types of licence online post office Days weeks, annual. 3, 4 quid for single day. Google search free river spots near u. All u need is a licence then. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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