By Tom Garlick
On 04/09/2010
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Went here yesterday, the day was great, sunny slight wind, some fish were risng tho most were taking under water. Saw several caught before i hooked my first, a fully finned hard fighter of 2lb 12oz half an hour later it was followed by a second fully finned hard fighter of 2lb 1oz. Went and had some dinner in the club house. And started again after a brew. Third fish was immaculate weighed in at 3lb 6oz, exactly.
Altogether a spot on day cheers Wendy.
I paid : on credit of £10 plus two fish ticket of £27
Stayed : 9.30 am till 5pm
Caught : Three spot on rainbows
Best fly: GRHE and a Daddy Longlegs.
Tactics : Listen to Advice, Imitation works best here!
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By R.T
On 02/09/2010
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Reading some of these reviews I wonder if the people have been to the same place as me! The owners are pleasant people, the fish in good condition, (I saw several caught), the countryside delightful. Give it a go...
I paid : £27
Stayed : all day
Caught : one 3lb trout
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By D5
On 01/09/2010
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Trout fishing should be fun not a slanging match this has put me off fishing here to menny twassocs
i give one star because i cant pot no stars
I paid : i will never come here
Stayed : not one second
Caught : ear infection
Best fly: ear muffs
Tactics : stay well away till this blows over
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By MAC
On 24/08/2010
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I have posted about Moorhen and how good the fishery is in the past, it is time for the guy with all the different names to stop using this site for a personal vendetta against the owners of Moorhen, this is a fishing site for information on fisheries, you obviously dont fish Moorhen fishery, because you never post anything constructive. I also think it is time for the owner of this site to make sure posts are kept to fishing, no one is interested in the personal stuff this person is posting. If Mr poster you are struggling to catch fish perhaps if you read what true fishermen post you may learn how to bag up.
I paid : who cares.
Stayed : as long as you wish.
Caught : some nice full finned fish.
Best fly: read posts.
Tactics : read posts.
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By Mark & Wendy Rogers
On 24/08/2010
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Moorhen Trout Fishery speaks for itself and we take every review that is given, positive or negative, very seriously. Unfortunately this honest review website is being abused for the wrong reasons. We will let genuine customers make their own decisions.
I paid : £27.00
Stayed : Open 8am - 7pm
Caught : Its not easy at the moment, but getting better
Best fly: Small always wins
Tactics : Be honest
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By Tom Garlick
On 23/08/2010
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went again today after a week long break
water has cooled down an the fish are biting again small green/olive buzzers an green okey dokies doing the trick for most people today.
i caught a lovel two pounder that cleared the water by about four feet on its first of three jumps. Great condition cant wait to get back!!!
I paid : 10credit plus 17 for an extra i fish credit.
Stayed : seven hours
Caught : rainbows caught three two slipped the hook.
Best fly: small olive buzzers
Tactics : ultra slow retrieve
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By Alias Mark and Wendy
On 21/08/2010
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To Mark and Wendy,
This site is not for you to advertise on. This site is for fisheremen to put their comments on. Which you call lies if the comments are not to your liking. If you want to advertise on this site, email Chris, for a small charge you will get your wish. I am fed up reading your 5 star adverts.
I paid : £27 plus £10
Stayed : Most of the day
Caught : Nil
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By kevan.
On 18/08/2010
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Top fishery, a must to all , cant understand all those that have complained and moaned , Have caught many great fish best around 7lb plus . Dont expect to catch, thats what makes fishing great , the anticipation is the buzz and enjoyment. plus if you Dont catch you get given a credit the next time you return , plus get given a choice like myself when caught a under 2lb trout whether i wanted to keep or have credit. we all know some fish lose weight when stocked . All fish in great shape , plus great owners in wendy and mark , always make you feel welcome .
I paid : £27
Stayed : 5 hrs
Caught : 1lb12
Best fly: buzzer
Tactics : slow retrieve
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By clayton
On 08/08/2010
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i have given this 3 stars because i have only been here once so to to judge it would be wrong,yes it is a nice place owners are friendly and helpfull.saw plenty of fish but on this visit they were not taking any thing at all went through my fly box & bought flies from the shop there but still nothing got our credits for next time,any way who wants to go fishing and bag up in 2 hours or less whats the point!surely we all want to make a day out of it.I will be coming back not like some people try it once have bad luck and never return.
I paid : 4 fish price
Stayed : 8 till 4
Caught : nothing
Best fly: tried all
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By Tom Garlick
On 31/07/2010
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Also to those who have problems with Wendy and Mark why not go an sort it out face to face like an adult instead hiding behind a made up name on here like a child imsure if sure theyd be happy to compensate you if you had a genuine complaint but i know the place better than you an i can guarantee nobody uses lobworms Wendy an Mark would never lie about catch and release and also its not a stockie bashing water so if you want easy peasy fish go to meon springs a lovely venue lovely fish but way too easy to catch.
Honestly if you have a problem about the fishing then talk to them about it, also if you dont catch you only pay ten pounds on your next visit so at the minimum thats fifty percent off!
what a bargain.
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By Tom Garlick
On 31/07/2010
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I fish here regurlarly and have to say it is without doubt the best fishery ive ever been to.
Its never easy which is good otherwise fishing would be called cathing. Though as of late the water has been very warm and as anyone who knows about trout will tell you, they dont like warm water, the last month or two has been tough nobody will deny that but people are still catching. And coming back time and again. Yes there are some coarse fish in here but they are also good fun to catch, the management are currently in the process of sorting out this problem.
The Trout are fin perfect and fight extremely well.
I studied fish ecology biology and management and these fish are spot on.
I paid : 10to 27 pounds
Stayed : all day
Caught : trout and rudd but then i target the rudd as well
Best fly: small buzzers or dries
Tactics : slow retrieves
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By GO
On 31/07/2010
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Fished this venue approx one month ago. The one star comments in my opinion are correct. Lovely surroundings, awful fishing. Saw rudd and carp, only a couple of rainboiws.
Stayed : couple of hours
Caught : blanked
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By Andy Wood
On 30/07/2010
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Hi,
Its quite amusing to see some of the comments on here - but to be honest, its really childish and totally incorrect. I felt compelled to write an honest review, to refute some of the rediculous (suspiciously rediculous)comments.
I am reasonably new to fly fishing (but an experienced fisherman) and I have been to this fishery, a couple of times in the last couple of months. I can only honestly say what I found.
The surroundings were beautiful. I was made to feel very welcome - great bacon butties!
The fishing was great, I didnt catch my full quota on the second occasion, but I did catch a beautiful trout on both occasions (and was given credit to come back again!).
There may be better places, but I found this one excellent. I dont really know what more the owners could do.
My advice is - give it a go, you wont be disappointed.
Caught : 2 Trout
Tactics : Pretty new to this, unfair to give my advice
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By J H Russell-Smith
On 26/07/2010
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Two visits. No feeding fish visible.
Blanked both times.
Saw very few fish taken despite the high number of anglers, all complaing that there were very few fish to be seen.
The only active fish were those trying to get oxygen from an aerator.
Two fed up visitors managed to catch fish using lobworm!!!!!!!
I paid : Too much
Stayed : All day
Caught : Nothing.
Best fly: Nothing worked.
Tactics : Fish some where else.
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By gammondagger
On 25/07/2010
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To Angryfisherman,
Just letting you know that I am nothing to do with this place. My criticism of Meon Springs was completely neutral. On the one-or-two occasions I have visited Moorhen it has been decent - far better than Meon Springs, but certainly not the best fishery I have ever visited. I hope that mine and other peoples honest criticism of certain fisheries has not started some kind of childish feud between the owners and their loyal patrons.
And please, use your brains to find your own methods of criticism. "[S]omebody (presumably the owners) are over-rating the score system under numerous pseudonyms" is exactly the same sentence I used on the Meon Springs board. Granted, this is also happening on here, but please dont plagiarise.
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By A Groves
On 24/07/2010
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I am appalled by some of the comments on this site about a venue that I consider to be excellent in every way. I have been fishing at Moorhen Trout Fishery for about three years. It is a lovey location, the fishing is excellent, the fish are really good to eat. Mark and Wendy are friendly, helpful, and look after you extremely well. My family came and joind me for lunch recently and they were most impressed and thought that the owners were charming. If BPS and others do not want to return to Moorhen then that is fine by me. I will certainly be back. Keep up the good work Mark and Wendy.
I paid : £10-£27
Stayed : All day
Caught : 2 fish every time (2lbs - 6lbs)
Best fly: Buzzers, Nymphs, Minkie, Yellow Dancer
Tactics : Floating line with sink tip
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By angry fisherman,
On 24/07/2010
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My complaint below appears to have been replied to by moorhen or one of their bully boy ambassadors. I started using this site to warn fishermen about moorhen. I feel obliged to save fishermen time and money.
Somebody, presumably the owners, are over rating the score system under numerous pseudonyms. Mark and wendy have, at last, admitted moorhen do allow catch and release. Fishermen can now make up their own minds. I have found a lovely fishery where I can see and catch fish. I will not be returning to moorhen.
Best fly: poor quality and hook shy
Tactics : Queens english only.
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By Mark & Wendy Rogers
On 20/07/2010
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Moorhen Trout Fishery is a small family business that takes any constructive criticism positively. This type of site is a chance for people to review fly fishing venues, however a lot of the below comments are abusive to Wendy, and I and are just not true. We have no records at all of these fishermen ever fishing at Moorhen and always give each guest every opportunity to express their concerns to us. Please can we ask that if you do fish with us and you are not comfortable in any way, please contact us at Moorhen Trout Fishery.
I paid : £27.00
Stayed : Open 8am - 7pm
Caught : 2-16lbs, but difficult at the moment
Best fly: Small always wins
Tactics : Come and talk to us
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By LP
On 17/07/2010
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General Observer, suggest you go to English classes along with angry fisherman, or perhaps your one of the same!!!! You are also downgrading the fishery in a reply to a review, suggest you practise what you preach.
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By General Observer
On 17/07/2010
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Is it arrogant of you to give yourselves 5 stars to reply to a 1 star complaint.
A reply to any comment should be just that. NOT A CHANCE FOR YOU TO UPGRADE MOORHEN.
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By Mark & Wendy Rogers
On 15/07/2010
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On behalf of Moorhen Trout Fishery, we are deeply concerned and would like to apologise for your bad experience. Fishing can be difficult particularly in this hot weather and that is why for a number of years we have officered a credit system whereupon you pay £10.00 the next time you return and go back onto the existing ticket. We also do not impose a time limit on your stay with us, to give you every opportunity to catch your fish. We encourage our fisherman to raise any criticism with us and will do everything in our power to rectify any issue. Please contact the fishery so that we can meet and resolve the issues that you have had, as we have no records of anything like this ever being raised. As explained previously, we do not offer a catch and release ticket, this opportunity only exists for the 5 season ticket holders (this is capped).
(£100 spent means that you have been with us at least 8 times, that’s a lot of days fishing with us)
I paid : £27.00
Stayed : 08.00 - 19.00, 7 days a week
Caught : 2lbs - 16lbs
Best fly: Small always wins
Tactics : Talk to the fishery manager
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By Beef Bayonet
On 13/07/2010
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By very angry fisherman - If your fishing is the same standard as your English, then you’re clueless!! I have fished Moorhen several occasions, the staff are friendly and the fishing is challenging but rewarding. A good fishery should be challenging, take Meon Springs, bagging up in 10 casts, not what the majority want!
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By very angry fisherman
On 13/07/2010
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I have been to moorhenquite a few times. Never caught a thing. As beginner you wendy told me it was my fault. When I complained you phoned up your husband mark who was just as rude by saying if you can see the fish but cant catch them it was your my fault. On each visit and return ticket visit you assured me you did not do catch and release. You both purposely misled customers for your own gain.
I paid : over £100 all visits
Caught : fish are hook shy due to catch and release
Tactics : check out everything before visiting
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By L plate
On 12/07/2010
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I am new to fly fishing and have visited Moorhen on 3 occassions and found it very friendly to spend time learning this great art, I was helped by a couple of guys there with my casting and with flies to use,I was very gratefull for the help, I caught fish and found them to be of very good quality and very nice to eat, I will be returning to fish there.
I paid : £27
Stayed : 6 hours
Caught : quality rainbows
Best fly: black buzzer and daddy longlegs.
Tactics : Remember to try the bacon sarnies.
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By Mark.
On 12/07/2010
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bs, I am passionate about fishing not just one fishery, I speak as I find, you are entitled to your opinion but I would say, so many people cant be wrong. I fish Moorhen regulary along with many other fisheries throughout the south and I will continue to use such a fine fishery.
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By Mark and Wendy Rogers
On 12/07/2010
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On behalf of Moorhen Trout Fishery, I would like to thank you for all of your reviews. We take them very seriously and will in future take time to reply. I’m glad that for most of you it’s been an enjoyable experience. Can I please ask anybody to review our gallery on our website or our Facebook page and form their own opinion on our fishery, as we believe that it speaks for itself. We pride ourselves on the quality of our fish and do not offer catch and release as an option and have not done so for many years. We do have a handful of our most trusted fisherman as members, and they are true ambassadors for the fishery. They are offered a limited catch and release option.
We are a small family run business and take customer care so seriously and will always be open to discuss any issues or concerns that people have.
I paid : On average £27.00
Stayed : On average 5 hours
Caught : Good fish, but can be difficult
Best fly: Various, but small seems to win
Tactics : Come and see us
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By bs
On 11/07/2010
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Everyone is entitled to their opinion. You seem to feel passionately about moorhen, Maybe you should fish there more often.???
I dont enjoy fishing in a small hole in the ground. Thank you
I paid : too much
Stayed : too long
Caught : a cold
Best fly: ???
Tactics : ???
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By Mark.
On 11/07/2010
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Moorhen would rank for me the best trout water in the South of England, as any fishery that encourages natural fly life on hot days it can be challenging. Quality of fish are very good, I have never witnessed fish with lice or sores. Facilities and Service from the owners are second to none.Keep up good work.
I paid : many tickets available.
Best fly: Natural patterns, buzzers, Damsels,PTN.
Tactics : Fish slow during warmer weather.
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By James
On 27/06/2010
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I fish Moorhen 5-6 times per year and the fish are always fin perfect, never once seen lice, they fight like absolute demons and are not hard to catch if you find the right technique and fly on the day. Like any trout fishery, hot and sunny is very challanging. The only time I get an email from Moorhen is a warning when they are doing their yearly maintenance plus a christmas card in the post.
Stayed : Normally 4-6 hours
Best fly: Depends on conditions and time of year
Tactics : As above
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By Mars bar, I lay next to the twix
On 26/06/2010
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Moorhen fisheries... I previously fished the lake when owned by the Smith brothers, run by Alister and it was great.
Since I have returned although the fishery is well kept the quality of the fishing is very poor.
You can see on their gallery there are fish with large sores, fins and tails missing and the standard of the fish and therefore the fight is not top quality.
One major point that struck a chord was the fact that certain individuals pay a yearly fee to catch and release rainbow trout. This I feel destroys the fishing as they are hook shy. This fact may contribute to the poor quality of the fish ..!!!
I found out after some research they have had a servere problem with lice which is common in very small fisheries.
I also left my email address with the managers and h
I paid : £27
Stayed : 3 hours
Caught : 0 fish
Best fly: I cant imagine a lot works there
Tactics : to restock the lake
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By Twix
On 23/06/2010
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Its a shame people like BPS lie because it stops beginners like myself reading honest reviews. Luckily I have already been to this venue and know the truth. It truely is an outstanding venue, yes its near a road, which is handy when you have a car! and as for the tatty trout what a load of ****. Yes I agree with BPS it is expensive but so is Porche, if you want the best you have to pay for it.
As PJW points out, you are obviously connected to Meon Springs, which is shame as I planned to fish there. If your willing to lie to benefit this venue, then I think I will give it a miss.
Tactics : The truth
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By PJW
On 19/06/2010
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I Think BPS needs to get his facts straight - Moorhen dont do catch and release, so I wonder if he has even been to this fishery?!?! Also it seems a little strange that he is moaning about people giving "fake" low review marks to Meon Springs and on the same day marks Meon Springs as 5 stars and Moorhen as 1 star?!?! Moorhen is close to the road that is true, but it is a very friendly, well run fishery. Mark and Wendy do a great job and I have never seen tatty/unhealthy fish come out of their lake.
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By BPS
On 18/06/2010
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VERY POOR if you want to fish next to a main road with bikes and cars tanking it past you all day then this is the place for you! its really not good. Catch and keep and catch and release on the same lakes dont mix at all, you end up with the tatty little fish that everyone has put back 5 times before so they can try and catch (a big one) and very expensive for what it is....
I paid : too much
Stayed : not long
Caught : some very poor condition rainbows about 2lb
Tactics : dont go back
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By Jim
On 02/06/2010
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Noted with interest TB comments of his recent visit. I fish it regularly and quality of fish is superb for a water this size. It is not a water that gives up its treasures easily-you can fill your bass bag in a couple of hours in venues both north and south of Moorhen if you wish. It does, however, generally offer a challenge, where some watercraft skills will aid success. I actually fished Moorhen on 4 occasions mid to end May, presumably around same time as TB and had quality hard fighting fish,each occasion, on drys and buzzers. I walked the banks many times and saw no fish in distress, far less in poor (scaby)condition.Readers should not be overly influenced by TBs unbalanced comments-perhaps his fishing a minky in a water full of natural fly life says it all!
I paid : Various, tickets
Stayed : 4-7 hours
Caught : All rainbows
Best fly: black buzzer,dry hawthorn & various duns
Tactics : Match the hatch
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By TB
On 28/05/2010
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fish very poor condition. Old brood fish full of eggs
animals a nusience they stole my lunch.
I paid : to much
Stayed : 2 hours
Caught : one scaby fish
Best fly: minky
Tactics : do not go
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By dg
On 07/05/2010
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i had fished at this venue some 5 years ago and it was very drull, i went back last weekend to find it totaly changed with some very lovely owners now running it.
the free tea was very welcomed and carried on for the rest of the day.
the tackle shop they have there is stocked by greys and they have a good range of both rods and clothes the fly selection is one of the best i have seen at a fishery of this size.
the lake is well matured and there are some very nice fish in there all well finned and 100% fit, i would recomend this venue to anyone and will be fishing it again this weekend coming and no doubt some more in the future.
I paid : £40
Stayed : al day
Caught : 2 rainbows 3.5lb 4.2lb
Best fly: back buzzer and cats wisker
Tactics : just enjoy the venue and all it has to offer
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By Twix
On 18/04/2010
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As a complete beginner to fly fishing, I took the introduction course that this venue offers. Was given quality hire tackle and a superb instructor who taught me the basics in 2 hours but offered his help for the rest of my visit.
I cant compare to other trout venues but this place had everything I needed. Cafe, tackle shop, toilet, good parking, qualitly hire tackle, superb instuctor, seating area for my guest, stunning lake and clean, hard fighting trout. Most importantly the owners where extremly friendly, looking after my guest while I was fishing.
Will be going back without a doubt.
I paid : £50 - Introduction & 2 Fish Ticket
Stayed : 4 Hours
Caught : Two Rainbows - 1lb 8oz & 2lb 0oz
Best fly: Black Buzzer
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By Madfred
On 14/04/2010
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Awful place!
Owners dogs allowed to run riot and make a complete nuisance of themselves. FIsh were poor quality.
No chance of a second visit.
I paid : £30.00
Stayed : 5 hours
Caught : Two horrible quality rainbows
Best fly: Anything
Tactics : Tranquilise the dogs
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By African Whirlybird
On 26/02/2010
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The best and friendliest fishing venues in the South. The fishing is second to none and every visit is a challenge but with big rewards. I have had my best times there even when I have blanked. I get withdrawal symptoms each time I travel back to Africa to work.
There is only one thing better than the welcome from the 3 family pets and that is the free tea and coffee. There is a good deal of tackle available in the newly added shop. Worth a visit and I guarantee that you will go back for more.
I paid : Variable price for amount of fish.
Stayed : All day
Caught : Rainbow Trout
Best fly: Buzzer, Damsel, Minkies
Tactics : Fish, tea, fish and more tea.
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By rmpcpl
On 25/02/2010
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This venue has improved immensely since Mark and Wendy took over who are very keen hosts to every angler. A good selection of food is offered along with free tea or coffee. There is a large selection of flys available for purchase and part of the lodge has since been converted into a shop providing rods, reels and other tackle/accessories. The fishing can be challenging at times but with a little perseverence and the right fly there are some very nice fish to be caught. Ive had a great time on every visit, even when Ive blanked.
I paid : Varies on number of fish.
Stayed : All day
Caught : Rainbow Trout
Best fly: Buzzers and Damsels
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By gammondagger
On 16/07/2009
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First visit to this fishery. I was given a very friendly welcome and offered a cup of tea (which I enjoyed whilst setting-up) as soon as I arrived. Caught 3lb rainbow within 15 minutes. Lost the buzzer I caught it on and spent next 3 hours chopping and changing until 4.5lb success with green montana. I then enjoyed another cup of tea whilst packing away. Will definately be going back to this place.
I paid : 27.00
Stayed : 3.5 hours
Caught : 2x Rainbow. 3lb and 4.5lb
Best fly: Black Buzzer and Green Montana
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By Chris
On 19/03/2009
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What a lovely little fishery.Only negative is,that it is small.The plus points outweigh that.
Cracking fish,fighting well above their weight and fin perfect.
Free tea/coffee all day,snacks and some tackle available.Pleasant lodge and clean toilets.All that adds up to a place that i shall return to.
Stayed : eight hours
Caught : eleven fish to around five pounds
Best fly: buzzer
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By James
On 25/10/2008
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I caught 16 Rainbows last Saturday at Moorhen Trout Fishery Hampshire. All C&R except for two which I unfortunately forgot about and left in their fridge. Its not an easy water but get the method, conditions and timing right and you can bag up big time.
All fish put up incredible fights for their size with a 2.5lber taking me down to the backing! The biggest fish was a mid double. Excellent!
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By GJB
On 16/06/2008
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Mark and Wendy are fantastic! Lovely setting and ver well kept. Lots of fish makes for a great day out! Not for those who are looking for a challenge though.
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By mjg
On 28/05/2008
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Good setting and well kept water with lots of fish. Unfortunately for us hard working fisherman who can only get away in the evening, the fishery closes at 7.00.
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By Black knat
On 23/01/2008
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Not keen on lakes with bubblers continually operating. Pretty obvious where the fish are and the dont travel far. Not challenging, nice enough place and the fish are a good size. The staff are very pleasant and helpfull. Rather be here than avington, although that doesnt say much
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By G.R.
On 07/09/2007
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Very well kept fishery. Bit expensive for the size and quality of fish. Otherwise fine.
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By Mark L
On 26/08/2007
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I have been to this venue 3 times now. The setting is stunning and the fishing challenging. Blood worms and buzzers work a treat.
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By M. Steel
On 04/05/2007
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Great place to fish and excellent scenic views. Very friendly family run business. Nice place to relax and have a cuppa and maybe a snack. Also, there is a new Farm Shop on site which offers some fabulous local country produce. The lemon curd is very popular, as are the smoked fish varieties. Perfect setting for a bit of peace and quiet in the beautiful english countryside.
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By DC
On 03/05/2007
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ALISTER BRUCE IS NOT THE CONTACT NAME IT IS ROGER SMITH OR RICHARD SMITH
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By DC
On 03/05/2007
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VERY GOOD AND EXELENT VEIWS
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By I. Spicer
On 21/03/2007
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Myself and a friend visited this fishery 20/3/07 we were made to feel very welcome and had a great days catch and release despite bad weather. We are definitely going to visit again.
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