Nine members took part in this years event on the River Allen. We fished in pairs except for one individual, between 11:am and 4pm. Anglers were mainly trotting with maggots or sweetcorn although one brave fellow attempted the fly, whilst another used brandlings. In total only four grayling were landed (and ten trout which did not read the close season rules). Charles lost a competition grayling at the net which was far larger than anything else caught. Dan accidentally hooked and lost a massive trout that was believed to be a sea trout. The weather was beautiful and the river was in excellent condition although a little high, but clear and fishable. Team Stenhouse won the competition with just two grayling and took home two good bottles of Cote Du Rhone. It was puzzling why so few fish came to the net, and a general feeling that there are more fish in the town than in the country. Suggestions include the lack of predators in the town compared to the quiet countryside. Everyone had a fun time and finished the day with a most convivial meal and beer at the Green Man.

A fine day and evening had by all!