Fly Fishing Experience with Warner Leisure Hotels

There are few more artistic sports than fly fishing.  Watching an experienced fly fisherman cannot fail to intrigue and fascinate you.  The action of casting itself is intricate and almost balletic; and to see a fish being patiently reeled in is to witness an ancient battle between man and nature.

Fly fishing has a long and proud history.  It was first described in literature some 2,000 years ago and the modern version is believed to have begun in Scotland as long ago as the 15th century.

It certainly looks complicated and its dedicated followers spend years perfecting their technique, but it is a skill that can be acquired, even by complete beginners - as our expert tutor Derek Turner will demonstrate. And of course it's a sport where the spoils of victory include a delicious meal of freshly caught fish!

We have some fine fishing waters close by to the Castle and, after a morning's indoors session learning basics such as how to tie and cast, Derek will take you for an afternoon of fly fishing under his expert guidance. The next day, after video analysis of your technique, you'll go for a further afternoon's fishing to apply all the lessons you have learned. All fishing equipment will be provided: you will just need to bring along suitable waterproof clothing, sunglasses and a hat.

To ensure you receive the intensive tuition needed, the group is small in size - so book early to avoid disappointment.

Bodelwyddan Castle
Bodelwyddan, Denbighshire, North Wales. LL18 5YA

This magnificent Grade II listed castle forms a unique part of the North Wales landscape, with views stretching to the coastline. This dramatic castle is the setting for many of The National Portrait Gallery’s Victorian paintings. For something more active, you can try archery or tennis and, of course, enjoy strolling in the castle’s extensive parkland and gardens.


10 May 2010
9 August 2010

Nidd Hall
Nidd, Harrogate, North Yorkshire. HG3 3BN
Enjoy the 45 acres of Victorian and Edwardian gardens that make up Nidd Hall’s extensive grounds. In its heyday, Nidd Hall hosted endless house parties: at one such gathering Edward VIII was said to have first met Mrs Wallis Simpson. By day, relax in the heated indoor pool or enjoy a game of boules ... while our fantastic dining and lively nightly entertainment makes for unforgettable night.

25 June 2010
16 July 2010
20 August 2010
20 September 2010

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