TACKLE HIRE IN LONDON

[Dan G]

Hi All... I'm running a corporate fly fishing event at Syon Park in London. One of the participants hasn't fished before and she obviously therefore has no tackle.

 

I want to try and hire some for her, so she can join in the day. Has anyone got any ideas or contacts who may be able to help?

 

All I need is a rod, reel and floating fly line!

[Adz]

You could always try Hugh O'Reilly at the Sharpes of Aberdeen shop in Marylebone. Tel: 020 7258 1233.

 

If he can't hire you some stuff himself he'll know of someone who can I'd reckon.

 

Cheers,

[jeepster]

presumabley all the other participnats have fished before, and are bringing their own tackle, might one of them have a spare set? worth asking i would have thought

[mickp169]

im sure the baillif i think its tony should be able to help!

[Dan G]

Jeepster - I'm going to ask, but most of the guys wouldn't be to keen on a novice flicking around there new £700 Hardy Angel!!! It's a little bit like that, but i'll definitely ask...

 

ADZ - Thanks for that - i'll give him a try.

 

Mick - The baliff has recommended Albury Game Angling, but it's 30 miles away, so not very convenient.

 

Anyone with any other suggestions???

[rossturner31]

Why dont you buy the set on here & if she dont want to carry on fly fishing she can sell it & who knows may make a profit.

[Dan G]

The buying isn't an option, unfortunately... I'll ask, but I don't think she'll be up for that.

 

Cant seem to get in touch with Hugh @ Sharpes...

[Adz]

What kit do you need and how far are you prepared to travel to get it?

[Dan G]

Just had a walk (turns out I only work two blocks away) to Hughies @ Sharpes of Aberdeen. He's offered to hire me a rod etc for the day at a very modest price.

 

What a great bloke he is - really nice chap. He's given me his card and was telling me about the trips he's organising.

 

So for anyone evr in London and like fly fishing - go and see Hughie on York Street, Marylebone!

 

Thaks for the last email ADZ, but i'm hopefully sorted! I'll let you know how the day goes.

[Adz]

No worries - figured Hugh would be able to sort you out with something ;-)

 

His trips to the Test for grayling, usually from October onward, are excellent value and always a good laugh - see you on one of them with a little luck.

 

Cheers,