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Next Branch Meeting, Tuesday 19th May 2026. Hands-on fly-tying evening (Tailing and Ribbing).

Following on from the previous hands on tying session, this session will focus on tailing and ribbing techniques, our more experienced tyers will be distributed amongst the other mentors to help and share tips. Details have been distributed by email, please get in touch if you need any more info.

Location: Timperley Village Club, 268 Stockport Road, Timperley, WA157UT

Branch Meeting, Tuesday 21st April 2026. Fly Tying Demonstration – Bob Lomax, Fly Dressers Guild Awards Manager.

We once again had the pleasure of welcoming Bob Lomax for our demonstration evening with a good turn out of members. Bob presented a very pleasant evening, relaxed and informative. The theme this time was a mix of flies for both rivers and still waters, so something for everyone. Some interesting techniques and materials ensued, making for an interesting evening.

Bob’s first fly was an unusual tying of a Woolly Bugger in pink !
Two Minute Midge, Paraloop Style.
Once again, an interesting style of hackle that produces a realistic footprint on the water.
Para Hawthorn Hopper.
A fly to tempt the fish at Hawthorn time of the year, but likely to work anytime.
Active Dun Mayfly. A tempting mouthful for the fish and a long awaited sign of Summer.
Stuck Shuck Mayfly. A good alternative to the standard tying.
Spent Daddy Long Legs. One of the most popular flies today and tends to be successful at any time.
This underside view shows the construction a little more clearly.
Parachute Post Dark Olive.
Heather Beetle. An interesting style of Beetle and popular with the trout at this time of year.


Our thanks to Bob for a great evening and to Alan for his hard work arranging and setting up the Filming side of things.