Sea Fishing UK - Exploring areas of reef in Winter for fish to eat!!

Sea Fishing UK - Exploring areas of reef in Winter for fish to eat!! | The Fish Locker

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Sea fishing on the Cornwall coast can offer some wonderful species to catch if you adapt what you are doing. This time of year you really have to make the most of any opportunity you can. Here I explore areas of reef on the drift with lures and float fished baits to find fish for my family to eat. A difficult day means I need to search around but find some incredible fish!! This video was filmed 2 days before the end of the recreational bass season.
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@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

This video was filmed on November 29th 2022. Current regulations for 2022 are that any bass caught by a recreational angler between December 1st - 31st 2022 must be catch and release. 👍🏻🐟

@burntre1 Жыл бұрын

Is there a minimum size for mackerel? Thanks.

@kieranthompson6655 Жыл бұрын

@@burntre1 30cm

@MrAcuta73 Жыл бұрын

People really give you a hard time about it watching the video weeks/months later? Here in Oregon we have salmon/steelhead regulations that require a PHD in Law just to understand, and I don't often see people whining about closed seasons (our quota-based system can open/close multiple times within a "season"). Kinda interesting, honestly. Do you have a physical address we can send things to? I want to send you a couple of better descenders we use here often. A shallow-er water one, and a deep water one. Because it's Christmas and there's a better mouse trap to be had.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

@@MrAcuta73 that’s really generous of you. Send me a PM to the Fishlocker Fb page and I’ll send you the PO Box. 😊👍🏻

@MrAcuta73 Жыл бұрын

@@TheFishLocker Ugh....I don't have FB, and never will. If you take my user name. Edit: Deleted information.

@michaelmunro9551 Жыл бұрын

John i have recently re-started sea fishing after a long break ( about 40 years) and i have been totally inspired by you U-Tube exploits. The re-education i have learned from your fantastic videos have given me a new thirst for fishing, The workshops on rig making and boats fishing sessions have re-kindled my desire to get back out fishing and i wanted to thank you for all you do and the lessons you so happily pass on. Thank you. And please keep doing what you do its amazing. Mick

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Mick, I am really stoked to hear you are excited to get back fishing again and am so pleased that our videos have helped you on your way. Good luck and let us know how you get on mate. 👍🏻🎣

@andyharris17able Жыл бұрын

Good for you , bit jealous. .

@PilzE. Жыл бұрын

Same story here, Michael. John, you've a LOT to answer for to all of the wives of the new sea anglers YOU have created! Eternally grateful, Sir!

@mikeweston3514 Жыл бұрын

Love this reply I'm same back to sea fishing after yrs regards from North Wales

@leonmarkrodziewicz279 Жыл бұрын

@@TheFishLocker Makes me want to move back to Blighty and start sea fishing again. Miss it so much!

@yvonnetresidder9171 Жыл бұрын

Second time around. I found it very interesting the way you revived the wrasse, you understand fish so well. I would never have thought any of that, nor would I have known what to do.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

It all comes from experience. Some fish suffer worse than others and unfortunately some cannot be saved.

@trig6712 Жыл бұрын

It has been a really most interesting year watching you being with you online many many thanks John ~Trig

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

My pleasure Trig. Best wishes and merry Christmas bud 👍🏻🎄

@gigi3242 Жыл бұрын

the sea was so peaceful, sunlight on the water, what a beautiful video, thanks.

@ianturner3033 Жыл бұрын

A great watch as always John.♥️ What a magnificent wrasse.😲 Love your respect and care for the fish.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A nice mixed catch, but missed not seeing a dogfish.🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for sharing your skills and tips.👏👏👍👍 Take care and stay safe.😷🙊

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Haha. I didn’t miss not catching a doggy!! 🤣

@neilbowie3513 Жыл бұрын

Another great and entertaining video.Brilliant Wrasse you looked well chuffed with that and rightfully so. Thanks for taking us with you. I don't know if you know that a large size hyperdermic needle is great for decompressing fish, you can hear the air coming out wait until you cant hear it before you remove. Love to you and yours.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Yes I am aware of that technique. 😊👍🏻

@joycehennequin8469 Жыл бұрын

Good afternoon John 😊 even though you only got the one fish to take home....it was worth it,more would be nice but it was such l lovely day calm and quiet day.l could of fallen a sleep on your boat that day. Definitely had a calming affect on me lol.Wishing you and your family all the very best and taking this opportunity to wish you a fabulous Christmas and good health and lots of happiness in 2023.....not forgetting great fishing,stay safe dear friends 🌱🌱🌱💞

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you Joyce and have a wonderful day. If I don’t speak to you again before Christmas we wish you and your family all the very best. 😊💙🎄

@stephenking78 Жыл бұрын

Never seen a wrasse so big, well done you. Despite the mixed areas you fished those Bass were so impressive and I hope to see it featured in Jim’s kitchen. Thanks for the valued tips and information you share with us all. Take care John👍

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

It is my pleasure Stephen. Take care and best wishes to the family. 😊👍🏻🐟

@steveburt1824 Жыл бұрын

That Ballan Wrasse was absolutely stunning. What a great catch.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

You don’t see many that size do you. Proper kelp donkey. 🤣

@user-rd1xu4vc8d 7 ай бұрын

Stunning day john and a stunning fish

@PandoraChaser2 Жыл бұрын

What a great little session in lovely conditions. Stunning Ballan too. Great little disgorger and neat descender trick too. Great stuff and Tight Lines.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. 😊👍🏻

@unearthed-detecting-tv Жыл бұрын

Well done john, good to see you on the bass

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Cheers mate. 👍🏻

@stevepitts7998 Жыл бұрын

A fitting end to our bass open season John 👏 Meanwhile - bass landings into Newlyn between 29th November and 14th December total 11 tonnes. Average size of fish grade 4, so approx. @1.5kgs ... 7,000 plus bass.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Yes. And your point being Steve?

@TerenceGarbett Жыл бұрын

Thats the most beautiful Rass I have ever seen John, Tel G

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Wonderful aren’t they. 😊

@TerenceGarbett Жыл бұрын

to use your words "stunning" John

@surfpete31 Жыл бұрын

Thanks John, excellent vid as always. Had two shore session where I am from round the coast to you, nothing caught but a pleasure trying. (from the guy that spoke to you in the supermarket a week or so ago 👍).

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Haha. Small world isn’t it. Well at least you got out there and gave it a go. 👍🏻

@marksutton116 Жыл бұрын

Love your calm nature and care of the sea. Just what I need before the last week in school before the Christmas hols.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

I am just sharing what I know about the subject I love. 😊🐟

@redouanepeche Жыл бұрын

Everything is beautiful that you find us with on your hunt

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I agree.

@josephwirthlin6860 Жыл бұрын

I love the way you describe what you are doing. Keep up the good work.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

It is my pleasure Joseph. I hope the information helps folks out. 👍🏻🎣

@donaldadams5342 Жыл бұрын

A lovely video to watch as always John but not one of the most productive days for you. one nice Bass found your line so better luck next time. Hope you & all your family had a good Christmas. Have a safe & happy New Year. Cheers, Don from South Aust.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

For the time of year it wasn’t a bad session. It’s hard work this time of year bud.

@pgriffiths1234 Жыл бұрын

Yet again John cracking video I’ve been struggling to get out on the boat in Pembrokeshire wales. My plus side was I caught my first ever squid last night it wasn’t a monster but me and the daughter have tryed hard to get one. We were so happy got it home and the whole family tryed it and ate it. I’m buzzing so happy 🙈

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Well done Paul. Catching a target species you’ve put effort into is a great feeling isn’t it. 😊👍🏻🦑

@milorudge5110 Жыл бұрын

Last time my eyes popped out and I was sent back to bed. Years ago now; but ,I, too survived! Happy days. KEEP IT UP.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

We will do our best. 😊👍🏻

@kierantuohy4635 Жыл бұрын

Think your the “Monty Don” for us people who love your approach to fishing and being with nature. 👍

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

That is a very prestigious person to be compared to. 😊

@kierantuohy4635 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. The cream always rises to the top. 👍

@dongkhaora Жыл бұрын

Hello brother, nice to watch your fishing video.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

😊👍🏻

@markielpilos Жыл бұрын

I know you were complaining about the sun the entire time, but the weather was absolutely splendid. The clouds were really really really stunning. Stay safe fishing

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

It’s the time of year. That low sun makes it very difficult when driving too. 😊👍🏻

@patwalsh2739 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful wrasse john and a lovely day out on the 🛥

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed joining me Pat. 😊👍🏻

@joeodonohoe6467 Жыл бұрын

The best thing about tough days like this John, there's a good day around the corner.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

I agree Joe. I feel like after a hard day you’re owed a good one. 😉👍🏻

@joeodonohoe6467 Жыл бұрын

@@TheFishLocker and all going well we can share it with you John. Can't wait for the next vid 👍

@davidschofield9620 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful ballan that was great way of returning him to his home great idea john.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

They are simple but really effective. 👍🏻

@RonLaden Жыл бұрын

Hi John a quiet day but it was still a good watch and I always learn something new in your videos.I know you will say you just like to share what you enjoy doing but it's much more than that.The away you explain things in some detail is always going to be a winner with the viewer and your depth of knowledge and experience not just with angling but with wildlife and nature in general is quite amazing.Thanks John for all you keep giving us and I hope you and all your family have a great Christmas. Ron.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

As always mate, it is my pleasure. 😊👍🏻🐟

@stevenfoster7943 Жыл бұрын

I love watching you catch lots of fish but there are days when you hardly catch anything but that is life,it is how it is.And it's good to see you still show the video unlike some channels when they only seem to catch lots of big fish and never have a quiet day.Keep up the good work and i hope you and Hannah and James have an amazing xmas.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Like I have said from the start Steven. Our videos are honest. Simple, no B/S and true to life. The good days and the bad 😉👍🏻

@jamietipton5054 Жыл бұрын

Another cracking video John. 🎉 keep them coming great watch in a cold evening

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Cheers bud.

@Llama1077 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video John! A good watch on a relaxing Sunday afternoon!👍

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. 😊🐟

@stuartlast8156 Жыл бұрын

Nice fish there ! Thanks for taking us along, always interesting 👍

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

It was my pleasure. 😊👍🏻

@mikeycityify Жыл бұрын

John, you have such a stoic look about you. I reckon you wouldn't even make a face if you happen to jam your toes into something by accident. lol Thanks for all this content. truly, you are an inspiration.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Haha. Very occasionally I do utter the smallest of curses when I stub my toes but you are close to being right. 🤣

@mikeycityify Жыл бұрын

@@TheFishLocker You are allowed once or twice haha

@tmrussell1898 Жыл бұрын

Every aspect of your channel is class John. From the trips out to the beach combing and the cooking. I’m not far from you and can’t wait to catch a few fish from your estuary next year and from the Dart estuary too. Keep em coming. 👍Thankyou.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you and good luck. 😊👍🏻🎣

@gene296 Жыл бұрын

Gleaming video, even when you do get out at least for me this time of year, it’s just whiting after whiting haha, worth it when you pull up the bigns

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Yeah this can be a really difficult time of year. Take care Gene. 😊🐟

@phil7301 Жыл бұрын

Nice to be back out on the boat with you , ! It's very relaxing to watch 😉👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed joining me mate. 😊👍🏻

@alanoliver5378 Жыл бұрын

Them mackerel, perfect bait, I always thought they were a summer species around the UK, obviously all year round, down there mate.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

We get our best mackerel fishing in the winter here.

@garrythompson2110 Жыл бұрын

Another great video (as usual) shame about the Pollack, but, it was lovely to see that huge Wrass being released . I look forward to your next edition. 👍👍👍

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you Garry. 😊👍🏻

@stucook8622 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Tough session but the weather wasn't bad and you caught dinner. 🔱

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Yep. I enjoyed myself and got a nice eating fish for my troubles. 😊👍🏻

@adztaylor2277 Жыл бұрын

Nice couple of late Bass bud, and always good to see a large Ballan wrasse, always great colours. Good little session, well done. All the best to you and family.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much mate and best wishes to you and your family mate. 😊👍🏻

@grahamgalt593 Жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video, ty.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

My pleasure Graham. 😊👍🏻

@neilmolyneux315 Жыл бұрын

Thanks John for the vid educational as always

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

My pleasure Neil. 😊

@fatfish6839 Жыл бұрын

Well done John ....as always very enjoyable to watch

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Cheers bud. Not an easy time of year to find the fish so it’s good to find a few. 👍🏻🎣

@fatfish6839 Жыл бұрын

@The Fish Locker true John we struggled out there last week But still a few squid to save the day

@paulbarton5661 Жыл бұрын

Hi John, another great vid, and well done for a great Bass catch. I think all the fish must be in Cornwall at the moment, I was out on my boat from Plymouth on the 29th as well - and not so much as a bite !!! But that is fairly normal 😅

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

It’s a difficult time of year mate.

@MrAlwaysRight Жыл бұрын

Much love from Texas. Your videos are some of the best on KZfaq. You remind me alot of David Attenborough, but for like, fishing. Mainly due to the loads of educational value you provide. Yes, other channels do this, too. But, for a comparison, they're elementary while you're a college professor. I love it. I'm inland and away from the coast, so your videos give me alot of hope and something to look forward to in the future as things I must try. Thank you for what you do.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. I am really so pleased to hear that the information I share transfers across well. I always worry about that. Have a wonderful day and take care. 😊🎣

@johnwilliams-um8rw Жыл бұрын

Just awsome once again.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thanks mate.

@michaelmaher3213 Жыл бұрын

A beauty of a bass john,but what a stonker of a wrasse.love the way you put it back and showed how to do it also.well done and tite lines as always.best wishes to all the family.take care.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael. 😊👍🏻🎣

@philchapman9484 Жыл бұрын

Nice one John atb👍

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil.

@stoney332 Жыл бұрын

Nice bass a good end to the video awesome as usual fairplay

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Cheers Tony.

@svenandersen1459 Жыл бұрын

You never fail with the sunday upload cheers bud..

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Haven’t missed a Sunday upload in over 2 years mate. 😉👍🏻

@andyharris17able Жыл бұрын

Great vid and I learned something which is always great .. Nice weather also...

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Every day is a school day mate. 😊👍🏻

@elkayakfish Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you out again. Take the opportunities when you can lol.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

That’s what it’s all about at this time of year.

@dawnhaynes7784 Жыл бұрын

Nice fish enjoyed the video as always John

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you Dawn. 😊👍🏻🎣

@nigelpenfold8291 Жыл бұрын

Lovely bass! I love eating them and i do often.reminds me of black bream which is just as lovely! Nice table fish and fab video👏👏👏👍

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

They are delicious. 😊👍🏻

@werftv4580 Жыл бұрын

awesome stuff as always, that ocean just looked beautiful!!

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

On days like this it’s hard to imagine it could be so fierce and unforgiving.

@werftv4580 Жыл бұрын

@@TheFishLocker I've been fishing through the salad for the last two months down here, conditions have just been unforgiving. I have the guys ready to take you when you come out here if you like, including a champion yellowtail fisherman...

@drowan22 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I learn so much from you.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Glad to help. 👍🏻🎣

@andrisp9645 Ай бұрын

Thanks

@TheFishLocker Ай бұрын

Thank you very much. 👍🏻🎣

@robilon Жыл бұрын

Such a relaxing video! As always! We do get a lot horse mackerel and mackerel here in the North Adriatic (Croatia) but we mostly catch them for food, rarely for a bait.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Mackerel are a good eating fish too. 😊👍🏻

@grahamallen7228 Жыл бұрын

Hi John, wow that Wrasse was a monster!! Glad you managed to get a nice bass for your table. Just wanted to say a huge thank you for the videos that you have put out this year. Very enjoyable and very educational. Much appreciated mate. Wishing you and the family a wonderful Christmas & New year. Cheers Graham👍👍🥶🥶🐟🐟🐟🎣🎣🎄🎄🎅🎅

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

It is our pleasure Graham. 😊👍🏻🎣

@Nick_Jarrett Жыл бұрын

That ballan wrasse looked like Arnold schwartzenegger at the end of total recall

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Haha. I know the exact scene you mean!! 🤪

@lukemacaulay6119 Жыл бұрын

Another brilliant video

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thanks Luke. 👍🏻

@baarzenmepper57 Жыл бұрын

hello John another nice video to watch and a wonderful end to the bass season they should also set that here in the Netherlands I think it's just a period of rest for this beautiful sport fish there are still some caught here but most are here left so we must waiting for next season but winter has replaced it cod and dab and beautiful whiting this year 40 cm and more are also caught from the beach so you can enjoy that too I found another nice video to watch until the next one and if it doesn't happen anymore, very nice Christmasdays to you and the fam greetings Willem

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you Willem. Take care bud.

@baarzenmepper57 Жыл бұрын

@@TheFishLocker 🧡

@markhodgson1251 Жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos mate, nearly as much as fishing, not yet had the chance of fishing where you are, i will get there though, hello from Pickering and i'll see you in the next one!

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

I might bring the boat up that way in the summer mate. 😉👍🏻

@romasfisherman5386 Жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff as always💪

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@johnhay4228 Жыл бұрын

Nice one !

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you. 😊👍🏻

@mikeweston3514 Жыл бұрын

Hi John great vlog iv been up llandudno myself weekend on pier great fresh weather hope u an family well regards from North Wales

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Cheers Mike. We’re all good down here mate. 😊👍🏻

@Midgaardsormen Жыл бұрын

Great video as always, ty from Denmark

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you. 😊👍🏻🐟

@kirkbridetower5199 Жыл бұрын

Great vid as always, there are lots of great videos on here using the Ikejime method of dispatch/bleed out. I wish more ppl would use these methods as well as proper hook removal like you're doing. Ethical fishing makes it more enjoyable knowing your protecting the future of the fisheries. 🐟 🐠 🎣 🦞 ⛵ 🦀

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

And shows the catch the respect it deserves. 👍🏻🐟

@l.r.sfishing4011 Жыл бұрын

Them bass was awesome!!!! Haven't had the opportunity to go fishing in a wile really miss it. Loved seeing you use that disender as well! Briliant video as always tight lines 🎣🎣🎣

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Hope you get out with the rods soon. 😊👍🏻

@daystatesniper01 Жыл бұрын

Nice bars of sliver there John and that wrasse was a real lunker mate , tight lines

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Aye they’re stunners to see aren’t they. 😊👍🏻🎣

@robwebber1217 Жыл бұрын

I caught a nice bass a few months back, I text the missus to ask if she wanted me to keep it and she didn't reply for ages so I let it go. After it swam off my phone went off and she said yes please! 😂

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Haha. Typical. 🤣🐟

@WaynJul Жыл бұрын

Those Ballooning spiders can travel a long distance. A lot of them get snagged on my fishing pole. It look like a nice day out fishing with some great weather.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

They’re in trouble if they’re blowing out to sea. 🤣

@dazlee3257 Жыл бұрын

Nice trip, I took my dad out on the 30th, we had 3 nice ones between us, so a very happy and memorable afternoon. Since then I've mostly been targeting pin whiting on big baits, success rates are quite high with the odd Ray and huss, luckily no decent codling pestering me yet👍

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Wow. That is fortunate for you. 🤣

@tonycamplin8607 Жыл бұрын

A good day out despite not getting a pollock, that lovely bass and wrass more than compensated you though. I know that I've said this before but back in the 1950s and 60s we had a completely different approach. We'd have kept those two smaller bass and released the big one. Way back then there weren't any size limits for sea fish or closed seasons. Hope that you got to collect James on time. That fish will taste lovely, I'm jealous.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Just in time. 😉👍🏻

@Richie90090 Жыл бұрын

Hi John, I hope you and family are all good

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you Richie yeah we are good mate thank you for asking. 😊👍🏻

@baccoff3308 Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@stevenmurgatroyd2850 Жыл бұрын

GreT and informative as always John. All the best for Xmas to you and your family

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thanks Steven. 👍🏻🎣

@frankofstad4558 Жыл бұрын

In all fairness, you did spike that bass first😁 Enjoyable as always.👍 After watching through a lot of your older videos, i understand that the winter season is pretty "dead", ever thought about going to Norway and fish for "skrei"? Its migrating Atlantic cod, not to be confused for coastal cod as they are totally different populations.(DNA and appearance differentiate quite a bit) Skrei has a maximum weight around 50KG, more commonly 10-20KG, anything above 30KG is fairly rare. Costal cod maxes out at about 15KG, rare above 10KG. Season is February. to April, location: Lofoten, Northern Norway.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

I am aware of them as a fish. Never caught one though. If I’m honest I don’t really want to go to Norway when it’s winter. 🤣🥶🥶🥶🥶

@melscott9643 Жыл бұрын

Great video , some days are just hard fishing. That wrasse was incredible. 👍

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

He was a beauty wasnt he. 😊🐟

@melscott9643 Жыл бұрын

@@TheFishLocker i think thats the biggest ive ever seen someone catch, stunning colours as well. Well done mate 👍

@barleyarrish Жыл бұрын

enjoy your catch mate

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you. 😊👍🏻🐟

@thomaswhitty9452 Жыл бұрын

Another brilliant informative video. Thanks again. Never knew that about the salmon farms and wrasse. Good stuff mate thanks

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Every days a school day mate. 😊👍🏻

@drumcondraapache521 Жыл бұрын

HI John love coming in from work as work late nites and seeing a new upload from your channel , please please show us around your boat in a video upload ,as its would be like a my best car video to us guys who love being out on the water . Lots of love from IRELAND to you and your family , PS you are now up there in my eyes with John Wilson ok your more enjoyable Matt hayes but please dont starting kissing the fish like Rex hunt . Many thanks for your hard work , regards Pat

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

I have a few videos showing the boat. Including one on the Fishlocker workshop channel.

@matthewb8229 Жыл бұрын

Looks like a bit of a swell came in during the day. Probably some okay waves to surf at the beaches. You should get out there, it's quite a good time. As soon as you said "ex live bait" Monty Python popped into my head. "It's rung down the curtain and joined the choir invisible. This is an ex-parrot!”

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

That was exactly what I was thinking when I said it. 🤣

@rhysthomas113 Жыл бұрын

Another great vid have a good Xmas!!

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rhys. 👍🏻

@paultrigger8492 Жыл бұрын

A great video as usual John and what a fine wrasse you caught along with couple nice bass pity you didn't get your pollack mate, your videos are really great viewing many thanks

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

I’ll get some next time. 😊👍🏻

@danbaxter2599 Жыл бұрын

You weren't the only one that was lured out (pun intended) by the nice weather!

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Cheers Dan. 👍🏻

@Znr_fishing Жыл бұрын

Awesome

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you. 😊👍🏻

@paulgodden2343 Жыл бұрын

That looked a hard session. I bet that bass tasted good

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Not been eaten yet. We’ve been too busy it’s been vac packed and is awaiting a special occasion. 😊

@josephd27 Жыл бұрын

Nice fishing 🎣

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@samuelgarrod8327 Жыл бұрын

Happy Christmas to all the Lockers ❤️

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sam. 😊👍🏻🎄

@terryneale3086 Жыл бұрын

Just back from your part of the world in Leyburn. A Friend based in Catterick got married. We expected snow etc but it didn’t appear. When we got back tonight to Dorset, it was colder and had seen snow. I don’t envy you if you’re out on the boat!

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Haha. 🥶

@nlr70 Жыл бұрын

great vid

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Thank you Nicholas. 😊👍🏻🐟

@motorsnutts6594 Жыл бұрын

Well done John, certainly not a straight forward session for you mate, can tell you had to work hard on this one,but very well rewarded with the bass (yum!) A donkey of a wrasse was quite a sight too 😂. Your efforts are appreciated bud👍🏼👍🏼

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

The wrasse was a real clonker wasn’t he!!!

@fishingnorfolk Жыл бұрын

Great video mate. Nature more often than not always has a solution to using nasty chemicals. I will be back out tomorrow in the river estuary at Yarmouth. Whiting and mackerel fest at minute. Just hoping for the cod to arrive. - 5°c tomorrow Going to be, a cold one. Thermal long johns on.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Let’s hope the drop in temp slows the crabs down. 😉🦀🥶

@bobrobert4173 Жыл бұрын

have a great Xmas John and family ...no fishing here in snowy lancs ...maybe a pike session when the ice melts ....great video as always ..cheers ..

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Good luck bud. 👍🏻🎣

@joshuajohnson2216 Жыл бұрын

Can't wait for Christmas ✌️

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

😊👍🏻🎄

@henryloveridge3824 Жыл бұрын

Some nice fish there J🤪ohn

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

Cheers bud.

@TheDadFaxs Жыл бұрын

I definitely understand wanting a larger fish. As you said you was going out for some freezer fillets. And with two smaller but legal Pollock one bass that you sent back. If I was going for freezer fillets they would have been coming home with me.

@TheFishLocker Жыл бұрын

As I explained with the bass I was reluctant to take them. The Pollack I won’t take them unless they are 4-6lb or won’t survive being returned.

@TheDadFaxs Жыл бұрын

@@TheFishLocker I understand why you did what you did. I'm just saying as for me freezer fillets if it's legal it's dinner lol