Top Fishing Destinations In The UK To Get You Hooked
Here in the UK we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to places to go fishing; from rivers and lochs to beaches and canals, you’re never far away from an idyllic spot to cast a line. With this in mind and being keen anglers ourselves here at The Insurance Emporium, we’ve put together some of […]
SEASON OF THE FISH – WHEN DOES FISHING SEASON START IN THE UK?
If fishing is your thing then you’ll be looking forward to getting out there again, you’ll also know the importance of understanding the fishing seasons – it can make all the difference between a good trip and a disappointing one. But what does fishing season actually mean? We’re going to look at some of the […]
Cast Your Eyes Over These – Essential Fishing Gadgets For 2024
It’s the time of year when we start looking forward to spring; Christmas is over and the days are still short, dark and cold, but luckily for us spring signals the start of fishing season. We get to spend time in the great outdoors, de-stressing on a peaceful riverbank with only nature for company, and […]
Living the Bream – The Best Places to Go Fishing in Yorkshire
Here at The Insurance Emporium, we’re lucky enough to be located slap bang in the middle of one of the largest, and most beautiful, counties in the UK; Yorkshire. Ask anyone who lives here and they’ll tell you how we’re spoilt for choice; from the stunning moors and rugged coastline to the fabulous food and […]
FIVE REELY GOOD REASONS TO CATCH A FISHING INSURANCE POLICY
Recent statistics show that angling is one of the UK’s top five hobbies, and it’s easy to see why; you get to spend time in nature, next to water – two things that have been proven to improve mental health, it keeps you fit both physically and mentally, tops up your Vitamin D, and lets […]
Common Freshwater Fish In The UK To Get You Hooked On Angling
Here in the UK, we’re lucky enough to be spoilt for choice when it comes to freshwater fishing; we’re never far away from a canal, river or lake, all of which have a wide variety of fish. There are over 42 species of freshwater fish in UK waters, from the tiny 20g stickleback to the […]
Homemade Fishing Bait For Beginners – Why You Should Carpe Diem And Make Your Own Bait
Humans have been fishing throughout history, in a variety of ways, using anything from spears and harpoons to rods and nets, as fish (and dried fish) were a staple part of our diet. Fast forward 40,000 years and angling is now one of the top five hobbies in the UK. It’s a great hobby that […]
The Biggest Fish Ever Caught
People take up fishing for all kinds of reasons; traditionally it was one of the few ways humans could feed themselves, and therefore survive, but at some point, it also became a recreational pastime, the first record of recreational fishing was in an essay from 1496. Nowadays, it’s thought of as one of the more […]
Getting Back To Fishing Now Lockdown Restrictions Are Relaxed
With lockdown easing*, fishing is back on! Great news for those of us pushing ourselves to walk, run or cycle yet dreaming of sitting by the lake. Even with our passions slowly coming back into our lives, there are some restrictions in place. With some changes to your usual routine, you can have a good […]
Catch these Fishing Trends for 2020
When spending a quiet day on the water, it can feel like fishing is a sport that allows you to take a step back from the world’s hectic adventures! But angling, like everything else, is constantly changing, and it can be hard to keep up! To help you stay in the know, we’ve put our […]