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A deeper look into life as The Gambling Angler

Welcome to the heart of The Gambling Angler — a space where the tide meets the tale. This blog is a living journal of my journey through saltwater fishing, chronicling everything from guided sessions on the open sea to quiet, personal outings where instinct and patience come together. Here, you'll find more than just catch reports; expect honest reflections, sharp insights into tackle and gear, and musings on the ever-evolving culture of angling. Whether it’s the thrill of the catch or the calm and quiet of nature between casts, this blog captures it all — the gamble, the glory, and everything in between.

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Fri 27 Feb 2026

The Year on the Bristol Channel So Far

The Gambling Angler 27 Feb 2026

It’s fair to say that January and February are traditionally two of the most challenging months of the year on the Brist...

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Tue 20 Jan 2026

Where has January Gone?

The Gambling Angler 20 Jan 2026

Better late than never, but happy New Year to you all. I hope 2026 has started kindly wherever you’re reading this from,...

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Sun 7 Dec 2025

Did It Go Back?

The Gambling Angler 7 Dec 2025

Catch and release has been talked to death on social media and everywhere else. You may have seen the short clip on my s...

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Mon 27 Oct 2025

Shifting Tides: How Fish Populations Have Transformed in the Bristol Channel Since the 1990s

The Gambling Angler 27 Oct 2025

When I first cast a line into the Bristol Channel back in 1991, I could never have imagined how dramatically this stretc...

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Fri 6 Jun 2025

An unexpected Sole Session on the Bristol Channel

The Gambling Angler 6 Jun 2025

An unforgettable sea fishing session on the Bristol Channel saw me break away from routine and land a prized Dover sole...

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Thu 22 May 2025

Brean Beach Evening Bass Fishing

The Gambling Angler 22 May 2025

In need of a break from the daily grind, I joined my mate Martin for a peaceful fishing session at Brean Beach. Once a r...

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Sat 17 May 2025

The Night a Friend Searched for Me on the Cliffs—and What It Taught Me

The Gambling Angler 17 May 2025

There’s a quiet magic in off-grid fishing—just you, the sea, and the rhythm of the waves. But a recent night on a remote...

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Thu 8 May 2025

Blue Skies, Cold Fingers, and a Bit of Fishing

The Gambling Angler 8 May 2025

Nothing beats the buzz of tackling a mark you haven't visited in some time; turns out that this was to be a prolific tri...

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