Hello all,

I'm new to this forum, and I live in the US. I travel to the UK frequently on business and would love to combine some fly fishing with my trips. My office is in Brighton, so would like to start out in between there and London.

Can you give me advice on my options? What should I consider? Especially, what would you consider as particularly special about the area that I must experience. And also what would provide the best value? I am happy to hire a guide, but would also love the chance to make some new fishing friends in the UK for a more genuine experience.

Cheers,
John E
Austin, TX

Hi John,
I don't know much about the Brighton area, but this site might give you some local pointers for rivers or stillwaters:

http://flyfishingvenues.co.uk/

If you fancy travelling a couple of hours, you could go to the River Test or one of the other famous chalkstreams, although it can be pricey especially with a guide.
Try some of these sites for rod lettings on these rivers:

http://www.orvis.co.uk/intro.aspx?di...960&subject=96
http://www.fishingbreaks.co.uk
http://www.timsburyfishing.co.uk/
http://www.famousfishing.co.uk/

Hope you find something useful!
Simon