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Peaks Fly Fishing Podcast

by David Johnson · English · Sport

Often recorded in the river, the Peaks Fly Fishing podcast is mainly geared around fishing trips in and around the Derbyshire Peak District & South Yorkshire. Sit back and listen to the river trickling past and discover the waters where Isaak Walton fished and the fish that live in them. Take in the

New episodes: Now and then
Typical length: 33 min
Latest: 27 Jul 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

27 Jul 2026 · 32 min

Fly Fishing Podcast - A Mayfly Challenge

The mayfly season should be at its absolute peak... but the river has other ideas. With difficult conditions, inconsistent hatches and trout refusing to play by the rules, most anglers would tie on a nymph and get on with catching fish. Not this time. In this completely unscripted challenge, David commits to fishing a dry mayfly from start to finish, refusing to switch tactics no matter how tough the conditions become. Will confidence and perseverance be rewarded, or will the river prove that sometimes you simply have to adapt?

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Earlier episodes 29 most recent

1 May 2026 · 27 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Searching For The First Trout
After a long winter off, David's back on the river. The sun's out, but the water's still cold and the fish aren't giving much away. In this episode, he's out searching for his first trout of the season. Covering water, keeping it simple, and making the most of being back out there. No fuss. Just early season fishing, cold water, and the chance of a wild trout.
3 Oct 2025 · 37 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Last Of The Trout Season
In this episode David ventures back on to the river as the trout season draws to a close. After a recent big lift of water, conditions looked prime. Torn between taking the dry outfit or the nymphing gear, he opts for the Euro nymphing setup – but will it pay off? David shares how he approached the freshened flows, reading the water, and why staying in touch with the flies is the key to feeling those subtle end-of-season takes from trout and grayling.
4 Sep 2025 · 33 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Saltwater Fly Fishing
In this episode David is saltwater fly fishing in Anglesey. It's an overcast day and the water is clear, perfect for exploring the rocky coastline with a fly rod. Bass are prowling the surf, pollack are lying deep in the kelp beds, and shoals of mackerel could turn up at any moment. Join David as he talks through fly choice, presentation, and the excitement of hooking powerful saltwater fish on light tackle. It's about the fishing, the coastal wildlife, and the feeling of standing in the tide with the chance of a wild fish gracing the line!
15 Jul 2025 · 25 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Summer Streamer Fishing
It's early summer, and the river's carrying just a hint of colour. David's out working the fast water with a streamer - hoping for some heart-stopping takes… and maybe a surprise species or two. Grab your headphones and come along for the ride!
25 Jun 2025 · 45 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - On The Mayfly
This year's Mayfly hatch is ahead of schedule, and David hits the river just as it begins. A few trout are showing—but will they fully commit to the dry, or just swirl beneath it?
13 May 2025 · 30 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Fishing The Duo
On a spring day that feels more like summer, David ventures into the faster water to find some feeding fish. The duo seems to be the perfect method for the day, but will the fish agree?
1 Feb 2025 · 32 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Winter Grayling After The Flood
The river has been high, and with some snow melt cooling the water (and toes), David ventures out for a final session on the Euro Nymph. It's a new year with new gear, but will the fish oblige?
28 Oct 2024 · 31 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Grayling On The Euro Nymph
It's early Autumn and with a falling river just losing its colour, conditions look promising! It's time for a little nymph fishing after a season on the dries but will the Grayling play ball?
24 Jul 2024 · 22 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Small Summer Dries
It's a glourious summer's day with the wildflowers blooming in the meadows. Summer fishing can be tricky so will a stealthy approach and some small summer dries do the business?
22 May 2024 · 36 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Back On The Dries
It's May and there are a few fish sipping off the surface After the floods of Winter and early Spring, the river is finally back in order, but will the fish be up for it?
7 Feb 2024 · 21 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Grayling In A Rising River
With some unexpected overnight rain, the river has risen suddenly. David breaks out his trusty euro-nymph outfit to try and target some Grayling in difficult conditions!
1 Dec 2023 · 33 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Grayling In The Snow
Winter is well and truly here. With freezing temperatures and a light flurry of snow, David heads out on to the river in search of that wonderful winter fish, the Grayling!
15 Sep 2023 · 25 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Upstream Streamer Fishing
Fishing a streamer upstream and hooking trout on the dead drift is a super exciting method. In this episode, David fishes some ideal fast pocket water on a river flowing through a woodland gorge. It's a hot summers day, Will the fish be up for it?!
28 Jul 2023 · 43 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Salmon And Sea Trout
In this episode David has travelled north to fish for Salmon & Sea Trout. A passionate Salmon angler, David is fishing on the back of high water and hoping to hook one of these elusive fish. Will there be a running fish or a resident in one of the large holding pools, waiting to grab a fly? Listen to find out!
28 Jun 2023 · 33 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Summer Nymphing
After a hot spell, the river has cooled down, and there is a bit of extra water. It sounds like great conditions for exploring some new bits of the river! Join David as he investigates a few new pools on a lovely summer afternoon.
31 May 2023 · 23 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Mayfly Time
In this episode, David explores a beautiful limestone stream in search of some Mayfly feeders. After a few tremendous prior evening rises, will the fish be up for another evening of epic Mayfly action?
2 May 2023 · 31 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Small Stream Dries
After a small winter break, the Peaks Fly Fishing Podcast is back for a new fly fishing season! In this episode, David moves further north to try and tempt some wild browns on the dry fly.
11 Jan 2023 · 20 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - In Search Of A New Year Grayling
The river is lapping onto the meadows and holding colour. In less-than-ideal conditions, David ventures out to try and catch his first fish of 2023, one of the good head of Grayling found in the river. Will the rod get bent or will it be a pleasant walk on a Winter day?!
2 Nov 2022 · 37 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Late Summer Nymphing
Recorded in late summer during the Trout season, it's another day of tough conditions with low water and bright sunshine. This time David searches some of the likely Summer runs for Trout & Grayling with Euro tactics. It's a stunning day to be on the river, but will it be a day of bent rods?
29 Sep 2022 · 37 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Streamer Fishing On The River
In this episode David ventures onto the river with a streamer outfit to try and tempt some bigger fish. It is a cooler wet day but just after the summer heatwave - will the fish be back on form?
22 Jun 2022 · 32 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Chasing Trout On Dries
In this episode, David explores a more urban environment and discovers a stunning piece of river. The mayfly hatch has peaked but surely a few Trout will take an interest in his Grey Wulf!
13 Apr 2022 · 35 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Chasing Early Season Trout
In this episode, David heads to the upper reaches of the river in search of early season Trout. The weather is changeable but the scenery is beautiful as he uses the Duo method to prospect for wild brownies.
12 Jan 2022 · 36 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - In Search Of A Christmas Grayling
In this episode, David ventures out on a cold, frosty morning just before Christmas in search of Grayling. The river is up a little and coloured but it's the perfect festive morning for a little nymphing for hidden silver treasures in the peak District.
4 Nov 2021 · 40 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Nymphing For Grayling
The leaves are beginning to turn, which can only mean one thing - Grayling fishing! It's a stunning early Autumn day and David makes his way through the meadowland of the Peaks searching for Grayling in the clear limestone water.
24 Sep 2021 · 47 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Saltwater Fly Fishing In Anglesey
In this episode, David fishes from a rocky headland on Anglesey. It's a perfect day for chasing Pollack and Wrasse with the chance of a bonus Mackeral or Bass. This deepwater mark looks stunning on a glorious summer day but will it reveal its secrets!
20 Jul 2021 · 41 min
Fly Fishing Podcast- Dry Fly Fishing For Trout
A spring challenge! A beautiful limestone stream, perfect conditions but nothing is rising. David faces the hard task of trying to tempt fish on dries when nothing wants to come to the surface. Will he find the right fly or will this be a victory for the fish?
3 Jun 2021 · 33 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Euro Nymphing The Bridge Pool
The water temperature is cold and the levels high. David finally gets to fish a superb bridge pool he has been watching for the last 20 years. Will it be as good as it looks?
21 Apr 2021 · 29 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Early Season Trout
David is finally back out on the water, but there is a cold easterly blowing through the valley. Whatever happens, the beauty of this wooded gorge and the uplifting feeling of being outdoors after a long Winter inside will make this a day to enjoy.
31 Dec 2020 · 32 min
Fly Fishing Podcast - Winter Grayling
It's a bitterly cold winter day, with snow-topped hills surrounding the river. David ventures to his favourite winter Grayling pool but with a swollen river will the Grayling be on the feed?

About Peaks Fly Fishing Podcast

Peaks Fly Fishing Podcast is a English sport podcast from David Johnson. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: David Johnson
Language: English
Category: Sport
New episodes: Now and then
Typical length: 33 min
Latest episode: 27 Jul 2026
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Rights: Copyright UK Game Angling LTD

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