Chris has fished the river for 30 years and landed this barbel from its lower reaches. The known fish took a liking to his homemade milk protein boilies, and prior to landing it he’d lightly pre-baited the stretch with a friend for a few weeks. Arriving at 1pm on the day, he had the bite just after 3pm, with the fish giving a 10-minute scrap, tearing off like a steam train before finally hitting the net.

Well done Chris!