FREE UK SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER £40
TEMPT ME.....
Traditional materials, proven designs and modern performance
This is just a selection of what is currently available from the workshop. Browse the Complete Collection to see all fishing floats, gifts, accessories and float-making supplies, including patterns available through the Notify Me service.
Browse the Complete CollectionSince 2014, I have made every float by hand in my Devon workshop using carefully selected materials including balsa, cork, bamboo, reed and quill. Proven designs are combined with modern finishes and fittings to produce floats that fish as well as they look—and are built to give years of service.There is no mass production here. Floats are made in small batches, with the care and attention to detail that traditional craftsmanship allows
Learn how to fish the lift method for tench, from choosing the right float and accurately plumbing the depth to shot placement, feeding and recognising the classic lift bite. This traditional bottom-fishing technique is ideal for presenting sweetcorn, worms, pellets and other baits beside lilies, reeds, weed beds and quiet lake margins.
Read More: How to Fish the Lift Method for Tench - and more
Float fishing for carp in the margins is one of the most exciting — and often overlooked — ways to catch big fish. Learn when and how to fish shallow edges, from stealth and feeding tactics to effective rigs and bite detection. Discover why the Carp Margin Dart, co-developed with angler Alan Lawrence, has become one of my top-selling floats for targeting hard-fighting carp tight to the bank.
Read More: Carp Margin Fishing: The Overlooked Art of Catching Big Carp Under Your Feet
How to Choose Avon Floats for River Fishing If you fish moving water in the UK, Avon floats are one of the most reliable and versatile tools you can carry. Popularised by Billy Lane and featured in Billy Lane's Encyclopedia of Float Fishing , they re designed to handle a wide range of river conditions from gentle glides to powerful runs. This guide will help you choose the right Avon float for your river, your target species, and your level of experience. What Are Avon Floats? Avon floats are cl
Read More: How to choose the right Avon float?
21 Uphill Close, Ivybridge, Devon PL21 0NA
Phone calls interrupt my work so please use 'contact me' instead
