Casting with Ceri Jones

Casting With Ceri Jones : Episode 223: Paul Procter

Casting with Ceri Jones

Show Notes

On this week's podcast, I chat once more with Paul Procter. Paul needs no introduction as he is one of the country's leading river anglers. I always enjoy chatting with him as he has so much knowledge and stories to share. This week, he talks of his local rivers in Cumbria, feeding lies and tailwaters. Plus, he tells the story of his 17lb Icelandic brown caught on a dry fly and 5 weight rod, plus much more. A must listen to. You can also find my previous chat with Paul on episode 36. Enjoy

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