Our first event of the 2026 program was held at the wonderful Lakedown Trout Fishery

We had a super turnout of 13 TWFFS members all eager to get to the water's edge and cast a line after the winter break

Of course we enjoyed Breakfast rolls prepared by the lovely Cathy and shared any news and banter we had with fishery manager Ted

Eagerness barely contained most headed off at speed to get to favoured fishing spots. Lakes 1 and 2 were still fairly coloured after the relentless winter rain. Lakes 3 and 4 were likely to be the most productive and so it proved - especially from Lake 3

Stories circulated that some good fish had been landed. 3 fish bags were quickly completed and members were circulating and sharing news. A double figure fish had been landed by Paul Osbourne - it just remained to find out how big it was. As organiser I wasn't expecting the total bag weight Paul had. In all fairness the rest of us with 3 fish bags paled almost to insignificance!

A huge well done to Paul Osbourne for landing 3 stunning fish - a day that will live long in the memory

We were blessed with a beautiful day and what better way to end than a well earned Lakedown beer at the popular tap room - not forgetting the famous slice of Lemon Drizzle cake. Another cracking TWFFS day

Results

• 1. Paul Osbourne - 3 Fish - 20lb 0oz
• 2. Mick Priest - 3 Fish - 9lb 0oz
•     Dave Crouch - 3 Fish - 9lb 0oz
• 4. Mark Tremain-Coker - 3 Fish - 7lb 14oz
• 5. Richard Lovett - 3 Fish - 7lb 7oz
• 6. James Dench - 3 Fish - 7lb 0oz

Best Fish: 10lb 14oz Caught by Paul Osbourne (Early Rainbow Shield contender)