Just Discovered Des Taylor on here his voice is so soothing and knowledgeable never fished for Barbel but would want him with me, if nothing else I could listen to his stories all day long, fabulous!
My god I haven't seen Des Taylor for years I'm so glad he's still fishing and making content. I've learned so much from him it's great to carry on learning. The man is a national treasure. 🙂
I learnt to fish for Barbel following big Des on DVD many years ago. I caught big fish in rivers close to a city thanks to him. Follow this advice and you will catch great fish. What a guy
I'm a beginner Carp Angler (in experience only {Im 58 yrs old😉}) from the USA. I’ve heard your name (and references to your incredible angling history) mentioned on YT about a thousand times and finally came across one of your videos. I loved it! As you likely know, we don't have many (if any) professional/Legendary carp anglers over here. So I’m forced to live out my carp fishing dreams vicariously through many of the great Channels/Anglers I find on UA-cam. You've now been added to my list👍 For certain, I'll be binge-watching as many of your videos as time allows. - Joe
Great video. Brought back lots of memories of Severn and Teme fishing for barbel 30 years ago, before I emigrated to Canada ( for the fishing). Used to frequent Birmingham Anglers Association waters. Hope they still have them. Many thanks.
Watching and listening to Des Taylor is always a great pleasure. It's funny to be German while all my favourite anglers are Britons. There must be a reason for that, and I think it's just the relaxed way of talking about fishing and not taking it deadly seriously.
@@Natureandfishing Thank you for asking. Well, yes, I live near Düsseldorf and we have the River Rhine and countless gravel pits with partially massive fish (carp, pike, tench, bream, catfish, sturgeon and so on). Barbels can be found in the River Rhine but it is a It is a large stream, and heavily optimised for shipping, so you have to come to terms with it. There aren't that many rivers like the Severn nearby. It would mean travelling hundreds kilometres to find similar conditions. I don't have the time to do so. That's also part of the appeal of watching British fishing videos. Despite the fact that the UK is also a densely populated country, you can obviously find spots that look very picturesque, at least in the videos. I was just fishing today in one of the syndicate lakes where I am a member and due to the quite cold water I could only catch one bream using "the method". I was secretly hoping for a carp but being realistic, I knew the chance would be rather small. Anyway, I didn't blank so it was a good day.
Had some good doubles by Ironbridge power station 20 plus years ago. Used to get large pike attacking the swimfeeders. Used to tie a treble to the feeder and use them as a lure. Down the river at 3 in the morning. Happy days😊😊😊😊
Such a relaxing and informative video Des, your commentary and the knowledge you share is much appreciated. Looking forward to watching more of your videos.
Fishing is a patient man (or woman's) sport. Folk need to slow down and enjoy observing the fish and wildlife. It's those that embrace the environment and think like our hunter ancestors that reap the rewards. Thoroughly enjoyed this video Des . Tight lines
G’day Des, thanks for presentation of the lure of nature and how fishing allows those who make the effort to be part of it. As a beginner I was trying to catch fish. Now many years later I am the one who has, fortunately, been caught by fishing and appreciate nature’s environs wherever I visit to fish, whether I land fish or dream about it. Regards, Gary from Oz
I didn’t think I’d ever stop fishing in the US, then a couple of years ago I suddenly lost my passion for it. Slowly getting back to it and this helps. Des makes it a sweet science again.
wonderful. Everyone can feel your love for nature and fishing. Breathtaking scenes. so much respect for the environment. Thanks. greetings from Germany
WOW Des Taylor, I remember him back in the days, mid 90's when I started Carp fishing ... and the 1st video on carp fishing with him ... 👍👍👍 cheers from France
Thanks Des absolutely loved this video and weirdly so scared of river fishing and not understanding what is needed but this video explains how easy and basic rules to implement and it shows that light tackle not tonnes of bait and a simple mornings fishing, can be so rewarding without all the expense and stress. Thanks
I used to love watching Rex Hunt Fishing Adventures during my childhood days and I just discovered your channel. You brought back the same memories and I daresay an even better educational experience!
Des your vid's are not to bad seen afew on pike pro no your own n you are right on fishing it's brilliant but when you look around we can take for granted Gods character his creation just brilliant it all is ,thanks again for the video 👍🎣
I enjoyed this a lot. your voice is so calm and easy to listen to. Beautiful river aswell. I fish for Barbel in the river Rhein in Germany....but i have to say i like your small river a lot more!!
Very nice. Here in the outskirts of Madrid, Spain there are wonderful places to go fish, common carp, Royal carp, and barbel. Only I normally use a fly rod. Making flies for these fish is half the fun !!😊 Great video, a wonderful peaceful place to fish!
What a wonderful video, thoroughly enjoyed it. Never got the chance to fish the River Severn, but did catch Barbel on the Hampshire Avon to 9 lbs. Now live in New Zealand, so it’s mostly Tench, Rudd, Perch and Koi Carp.
I fished from about 11-18, on the Witham, canals and reservoirs so never had the opportunity to catch Barbel. When caring for my late dad after cancer diagnosis I took it up again, this time on the Trent.....soon introduced to the beauty and majesty of the Barbel! I only weigh fish if I think they're heavier than I'd caught before. My best was 14lb 3oz on sweetcorn. Probably my favourite Barbel catch though was a pristine 12/14" long fish, probably never caught. Fingers crossed he/she is still going strong!
Enjoyed this immensely, thank you for sharing such a wonderful day of excellence in fishing. I lived in England in the 70s and early 80s and still have all my rods, rod case, umbrella and even my little green box seat with my tackle. Sadly it just isn’t done that way across the pond here in the states. My dad’s rod which is with my rods is in the old leather rod bag was never used and still has the plastic on the cork handle from 40years ago…He passed away before he was able to fish with it. 😢
Just subscribed to you Des lad... like the way you fish... and the way you put your videos out... need to try coalport... I go to the Woodbridge quite a lot...
Can just see my Dad and my Uncle Fred and Mr Taylor chewing the fat about the fishing they had done over the years, Des would be there friend for life and probably vice verse. RIP my Dad George and Uncle Fred.🫂🫂💙🍻
I have watched a few videos now, and just sitting reminiscing about times gone by. I have mentioned previously that my uncle Tom was a rep / traveller for Effgeco fishing tackle, owned by a John Goddard. It was him and my Father that started myself and two younger brothers fishing at a very early age. Back to the reminiscing, not sure about my dad but i know uncle Tom fished with Fred J Taylor way way back in the day. I was just wondering are you at all related to Fred J Taylor 🤔 by any chance ?? Hope you do not mind me asking ?. Cheers Les. As always wonderful viewing and informative 👌 Many thanks.
As a newcomer to Barbel fishing, someone with walking disability, any ideas on the location for this swim, as I’d love to have an afternoon there next year. Post code would be helpful
Des Taylor is the angling Dad everyone should have. So much respect for you Des.
Thank you! 👍
Just Discovered Des Taylor on here his voice is so soothing and knowledgeable never fished for Barbel but would want him with me, if nothing else I could listen to his stories all day long, fabulous!
When he's in the pub he's even lovelier.
This is what it's all about. So much wisdom shared in a wonderful way at a beautiful place. Des is a legend.
Thank you ! 👍
My god I haven't seen Des Taylor for years I'm so glad he's still fishing and making content. I've learned so much from him it's great to carry on learning. The man is a national treasure. 🙂
Thank you very much for your kind words 👍
Bob Ross of fishing…. Thank you!
Was going to type the same thing 👍
Except Bob Ross is a charlatan who can't paint.
Best barbel vid on UA-cam well done des
Your enthusiasm is infectious can't wait for the floods to recede to get back out on the mighty trent.
I learnt to fish for Barbel following big Des on DVD many years ago. I caught big fish in rivers close to a city thanks to him. Follow this advice and you will catch great fish. What a guy
Thank you Ricky!
I remember watching "a specialist approach to barbel " donkeys years ago and I have to admit you won't go far wrong if you take des's advice.
Im just a cray fisher, but i love watching,listening and learning.
You put everything back , i take the signals out. Thank you
Beautiful entertainment makes my day watched it a dozen times. Des is a lovely but great angler😊😊😊
What a beautiful place to fish. Beautifully captured nature and its surroundings. I envy the silence. Thank you for the guide
Thank you! Really glad you enjoyed it
I'm a beginner Carp Angler (in experience only {Im 58 yrs old😉}) from the USA. I’ve heard your name (and references to your incredible angling history) mentioned on YT about a thousand times and finally came across one of your videos. I loved it!
As you likely know, we don't have many (if any) professional/Legendary carp anglers over here. So I’m forced to live out my carp fishing dreams vicariously through many of the great Channels/Anglers I find on UA-cam. You've now been added to my list👍
For certain, I'll be binge-watching as many of your videos as time allows.
- Joe
Hi Joseph, great to hear. And thanks for adding us. Good luck with the Carp Angling !
Great video. Brought back lots of memories of Severn and Teme fishing for barbel 30 years ago, before I emigrated to Canada ( for the fishing). Used to frequent Birmingham Anglers Association waters. Hope they still have them. Many thanks.
I bet you get some great catches out in Canada?
Definitely the best riverfishing manual that I ever have seen - thank you soooo much!!!! 🙏🤝🤙🎩
Thanks for such a nice comment. Glad you enjoyed it!
Capturing the magic, pleasure to watch
Thank you!
Nice story! It’s great that you show respect for nature and its creatures.
Thank you!
Watching and listening to Des Taylor is always a great pleasure. It's funny to be German while all my favourite anglers are Britons. There must be a reason for that, and I think it's just the relaxed way of talking about fishing and not taking it deadly seriously.
Thank you! Do you get to do much fishing in Germany?
@@Natureandfishing Thank you for asking. Well, yes, I live near Düsseldorf and we have the River Rhine and countless gravel pits with partially massive fish (carp, pike, tench, bream, catfish, sturgeon and so on). Barbels can be found in the River Rhine but it is a It is a large stream, and heavily optimised for shipping, so you have to come to terms with it. There aren't that many rivers like the Severn nearby. It would mean travelling hundreds kilometres to find similar conditions. I don't have the time to do so.
That's also part of the appeal of watching British fishing videos. Despite the fact that the UK is also a densely populated country, you can obviously find spots that look very picturesque, at least in the videos.
I was just fishing today in one of the syndicate lakes where I am a member and due to the quite cold water I could only catch one bream using "the method". I was secretly hoping for a carp but being realistic, I knew the chance would be rather small. Anyway, I didn't blank so it was a good day.
For me is one of the best anglers I ever had the pleasure of meeting many times. Great man with so much knowledge.
Tight lines des. Keep bashing away.
Had some good doubles by Ironbridge power station 20 plus years ago.
Used to get large pike attacking the swimfeeders.
Used to tie a treble to the feeder and use them as a lure.
Down the river at 3 in the morning.
Happy days😊😊😊😊
Absolutely stunning footage of the river and surrounding wildle. The music is so soothing.Thank you Des, God bless.
Best wishes
John
Just subscribed I can no longer fish due to illness but I love your videos thank you sir
Thanks for the comment Darren. Hope you're doing ok with the illness. More videos on the way soon.
sehr schöner angelfilm mit einem tollen angler. vielen dank fürs zeigen
Thank you very much for the comment! Glad you enjoyed it .
Such a relaxing and informative video Des, your commentary and the knowledge you share is much appreciated. Looking forward to watching more of your videos.
Thanks a lot Martin.
Beautiful spot, screams out Barbel. Stunning fish with wondrous colours
Fishing is a patient man (or woman's) sport. Folk need to slow down and enjoy observing the fish and wildlife. It's those that embrace the environment and think like our hunter ancestors that reap the rewards. Thoroughly enjoyed this video Des . Tight lines
Thank you! And completely agree with your view on fishing .
This has got to be one of the best fishing vlogs I’ve seen. Well done,and thanks for sharing. 👌
G’day Des, thanks for presentation of the lure of nature and how fishing allows those who make the effort to be part of it. As a beginner I was trying to catch fish. Now many years later I am the one who has, fortunately, been caught by fishing and appreciate nature’s environs wherever I visit to fish, whether I land fish or dream about it. Regards, Gary from Oz
Thanks Gary! what fish are you mainly catching out in Oz?
Wonderful video, Des is a local legend to all who know him.
Fantastic. I love the enthusiasm, just a pure love for the sport and not pushing products, it just hits so differently. Thoroughly enjoyable watch 👍🏼
Thanks a lot for the comment! Glad you enjoyed it .
I didn’t think I’d ever stop fishing in the US, then a couple of years ago I suddenly lost my passion for it. Slowly getting back to it and this helps. Des makes it a sweet science again.
Nice one Des, started catching big bream here at Stourport. Great to see you're still with us. I'm getting a bit rusty now.
An absolute pleasure to watch this presentation and learn something at the same time ,thank you Des.
An masterpiece video 👍👍👍
wonderful. Everyone can feel your love for nature and fishing. Breathtaking scenes. so much respect for the environment. Thanks. greetings from Germany
Des, you were made for this. Fantastic video, your enthusiasm is contagious. Thank you or this.
you've earned my respect des. great video
Great viewing, reminds me of watching Johnny Wilson back then, love a day or two on the bank with him ....🎣
Thanks Craig 🙌
WOW Des Taylor, I remember him back in the days, mid 90's when I started Carp fishing ... and the 1st video on carp fishing with him ... 👍👍👍 cheers from France
First time with Des....but he seems just like the kind of old schooltimer I'm gonna like
Thank you! Plenty more films to come .
My 1st ever barble session next week looking warm so 🤞🏽...I won't listen to anyone but Des💯
How did it go?
Thanks Des absolutely loved this video and weirdly so scared of river fishing and not understanding what is needed but this video explains how easy and basic rules to implement and it shows that light tackle not tonnes of bait and a simple mornings fishing, can be so rewarding without all the expense and stress. Thanks
Great video! Love your enthusiasm Des!
Thanks Adrian!
WOW. BRAVO FOR YOU FROM SERBIA!
I used to love watching Rex Hunt Fishing Adventures during my childhood days and I just discovered your channel. You brought back the same memories and I daresay an even better educational experience!
Well done gents,
Brings back a lot of memories for me, 👍👌
Des your vid's are not to bad seen afew on pike pro no your own n you are right on fishing it's brilliant but when you look around we can take for granted Gods character his creation just brilliant it all is ,thanks again for the video 👍🎣
What a lovely and informative video , Des you are a legend
Thank you!
I enjoyed this a lot. your voice is so calm and easy to listen to. Beautiful river aswell. I fish for Barbel in the river Rhein in Germany....but i have to say i like your small river a lot more!!
Thank you, hopefully we can get out to the Rhein to fish for Barbel, would be a lot of fun.
Enjoyed that so much, lovely video. Thanks so much des hats off to you, learnt so much, you made it look easy,
Think I could watch that all day, just learnt loads and biggest thing I’ll take is his advice on bait. Simples 😊
Nice clear commentary des ,carry on barbeling .love coalport 👍
Ah the desk art is lovely there
Lovely video.
Thank you!
Very nice. Here in the outskirts of Madrid, Spain there are wonderful places to go fish, common carp, Royal carp, and barbel. Only I normally use a fly rod. Making flies for these fish is half the fun !!😊
Great video, a wonderful peaceful place to fish!
Thank you! Hopefully we can get out to Spain for some fishing .
This helped me to catch my first river Barbel 8lb 8 oz and it fought like hell, can't wait for summer 😊
That's great to hear. Send us a picture of the barbel !
As Des said, absolutely fabulous!
I just love this video so much! Make more videos like this one please!
I enjoyed that des, thank you
Thank you! Really glad you enjoyed it .
I still have the vhs of gesture fishing at Cuttle Mill..
He shaped my fishing from that video as a young lad.
What a wonderful video, thoroughly enjoyed it. Never got the chance to fish the River Severn, but did catch Barbel on the Hampshire Avon to 9 lbs. Now live in New Zealand, so it’s mostly Tench, Rudd, Perch and Koi Carp.
What a beautiful video! Thank you for your work! You got a new fan! ;-) Best reagards from Oldenburg/North-Germany! Jörg
Thank you! 👍👍
Brilliant and very well made video, very watchable
Some Lovely Chub & Barbel Caught there Superb Des 👌
I fished from about 11-18, on the Witham, canals and reservoirs so never had the opportunity to catch Barbel. When caring for my late dad after cancer diagnosis I took it up again, this time on the Trent.....soon introduced to the beauty and majesty of the Barbel! I only weigh fish if I think they're heavier than I'd caught before. My best was 14lb 3oz on sweetcorn. Probably my favourite Barbel catch though was a pristine 12/14" long fish, probably never caught. Fingers crossed he/she is still going strong!
Hi Des love your video is it baa water or what day permit thanks.
Piękna rzeka i ryby.
W Polsce łowimy Brzany na kawałki żółtego sera, uwielbiają ten zapach.
What an amazing upload, thanks Des!
Thanks for your comment Paul, glad you enjoyed it!
This is an old video!
Enjoyed this immensely, thank you for sharing such a wonderful day of excellence in fishing. I lived in England in the 70s and early 80s and still have all my rods, rod case, umbrella and even my little green box seat with my tackle. Sadly it just isn’t done that way across the pond here in the states. My dad’s rod which is with my rods is in the old leather rod bag was never used and still has the plastic on the cork handle from 40years ago…He passed away before he was able to fish with it. 😢
I'm sure he's up there hooking giants and can't wait to tell you all about it ♥
Barbel, what a fish!
Just subscribed to you Des lad... like the way you fish... and the way you put your videos out... need to try coalport... I go to the Woodbridge quite a lot...
Thanks Rob!
Brawo Des 👍👍👍👍
Fabulous video 👍
Thank you!
The lord did create the perfect barbel swim he created everything
I caught my first ever Barbel from Severn at Iron Bridge, thirty odd years ago 🎣
Ein sehr schönes Video, mach weiter so.
amazing footage 🐟
wow, really nice editing job mate. Immersive.
Hallo from Germany, very good Video
Thank you!
Can just see my Dad and my Uncle Fred and Mr Taylor chewing the fat about the fishing they had done over the years, Des would be there friend for life and probably vice verse. RIP my Dad George and Uncle Fred.🫂🫂💙🍻
Nice fish and scenary
brillians story teller, ive seen this man's ledgering pike videos
Really nice video. Greetings from Germany
Thank you! 👍
What a legend des is...he taught me how to pike fish over 20 years ago, without even knowing he'd done it. Dvd😂
pozytywnie nastawiony człowiek,lubie i szanuje takich,powodzenia kolego
What a beautiful river you have! Using a pellets and boilies for barbels is completly suprasing for me. I need to try it in Poland.
Hi des I just found your channel ❤ loved the video as well. Any chance of getting the location of where you was fishing 🎣
Very nice and helpfull Video
Thank you!
Cool looking fish ,do youse eat them or are thay just for fun .iv never seen these fish as I'm from Australia.
They make great fertilizer, just dig a hole and dump ‘em in, crops love it.
We don't eat them over here, it's catch and release.
The River Swale in North Yorkshire used to be a great Chub and Barbel river. I think pound for pound Barbel are the best fighting fish.
I have watched a few videos now, and just sitting reminiscing about times gone by.
I have mentioned previously that my uncle Tom was a rep / traveller for Effgeco fishing tackle, owned by a John Goddard. It was him and my Father that started myself and two younger brothers fishing at a very early age.
Back to the reminiscing, not sure about my dad but i know uncle Tom fished with Fred J Taylor way way back in the day.
I was just wondering are you at all related to Fred J Taylor 🤔 by any chance ??
Hope you do not mind me asking ?.
Cheers Les.
As always wonderful viewing and informative 👌
Many thanks.
Anyone know if you add the ringers sticky mix used by Des into the full mix then soak in water overnight or add it after the pellets have soaked?
Lovely video, lovely man, fiftreey-three minutes passed like three.
Nice 😊
...incredible video! I am struck with how much "gear" these Brits take fishing 👍
Superb
Reminds me of John Wilson 😮
Bel video!
As a newcomer to Barbel fishing, someone with walking disability, any ideas on the location for this swim, as I’d love to have an afternoon there next year. Post code would be helpful
It’s not just me then getting splashed in the face from returning the fish !!!
Hello! help a beginner choose a spinning rod for Barbel