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If one studies an Ordnance Survey map of north-east Norfolk and in particular the area of Broadland, it will become apparent that the major river is the river Bure. With its tributaries the Ant and Thurne, together with the vast complex of broads and dykes that they collectively feed, the River Bure is indeed a mighty waterway. But this river is also two-faced because it’s deep tidal, broad-connecting reaches bear little resemblance whatsoever to the…
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Norfolk Broad Pike Fishing Introduction to Pike Fishing Norfolk Broads Pike fishing is a popular sport enjoyed by people all over the world. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about pike fishing—from understanding the fish itself to choosing the right equipment and techniques. Understanding Pike Before going to the Norfolk broads pike fishing, it’s important to know some basic information about these fish. Pike are predatory fish that can grow to…
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Norfolk Broads is a location visited by hundreds of thousands of people each and every year. There’s absolutely no better place to hire a boat. Not just any boat, but a boat with style. I’ve written a comprehensive guide in Norfolk broads luxury boat hire with my remarkable knowledge of the broads. I am partial to a boating trip on the more luxurious side from time to time. We’ll go through this guide and then…
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Holly Farm Lakes. Holly Farm Lakes is situated on the very edge of Upton Fen in South Walsham, Norfolk. It has two lakes. Lake one is the match lake, consisting of the majority carp between 2/3lb up to high teens. The second lake is basically a lake for absolutely everything you can think of, the carp are to around 18lb. Although I don’t fish this lake too much any more, it’s the lake that I loved…
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Blickling Hall Estate Lake is a fantastic Norfolk Lake. This lake is situated in the stunning countryside village of Blickling, just north of Aylsham. It has been known for years as a top bream fishery. You’ll find bream easily over 10lbs and a lot of them as well. Within this huge lake of around 20 acres have very few known carp to over 40lbs, but very few of them. Pike will also be found here…