Tried & tested

Many birds have fabulous plumage to attract mates or send warning messages. Some of the colours in their feathers are produced by microscopic structures on the feather surface that absorb and reflect

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The best rare birds seen all around Britain in December

This week we take an in-depth look at the rods, reels, feeders and accessories you require in order to hit the horizon!

There is nothing more exciting than fishing a “blitz” where bass have forced bait fish to the surface and a feeding frenzy takes place. Tim Macpherson gets some intel from bass specialists about how to make the most of it when you come across one