Peaks Fly Fishing Podcast
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
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 magic of those hidden urban streams and the gems that can be caught. Recorded by fly fishing author, film maker and pro-coach David Johnson on his local rivers and sometimes further afield too. I fall in so you don't have to.
Location:
United Kingdom
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
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 magic of those hidden urban streams and the gems that can be caught. Recorded by fly fishing author, film maker and pro-coach David Johnson on his local rivers and sometimes further afield too. I fall in so you don't have to.
Twitter:
@peaksflyfishing
Language:
English
Website:
http://www.peaksflyfishing.com/
Episodes
Fly Fishing Podcast - Saltwater Fly Fishing
9/4/2025
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!
Duration:00:32:46
Fly Fishing Podcast - Summer Streamer Fishing
7/15/2025
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!
Duration:00:25:14
Fly Fishing Podcast - On The Mayfly
6/25/2025
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?
Duration:00:45:08
Fly Fishing Podcast - Fishing The Duo
5/13/2025
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?
Duration:00:30:16
Fly Fishing Podcast - Winter Grayling After The Flood
2/1/2025
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?
Duration:00:32:08
Fly Fishing Podcast - Grayling On The Euro Nymph
10/28/2024
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?
Duration:00:30:40
Fly Fishing Podcast - Small Summer Dries
7/24/2024
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?
Duration:00:22:01
Fly Fishing Podcast - Back On The Dries
5/22/2024
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?
Duration:00:36:13
Fly Fishing Podcast - Grayling In A Rising River
2/7/2024
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!
Duration:00:20:53
Fly Fishing Podcast - Grayling In The Snow
12/1/2023
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!
Duration:00:33:20
Fly Fishing Podcast - Upstream Streamer Fishing
9/15/2023
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?!
Duration:00:24:30
Fly Fishing Podcast - Salmon And Sea Trout
7/28/2023
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!
Duration:00:42:42
Fly Fishing Podcast - Summer Nymphing
6/28/2023
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.
Duration:00:33:04
Fly Fishing Podcast - Mayfly Time
5/31/2023
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?
Duration:00:22:45
Fly Fishing Podcast - Small Stream Dries
5/2/2023
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.
Duration:00:30:55
Fly Fishing Podcast - In Search Of A New Year Grayling
1/11/2023
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?!
Duration:00:20:22
Fly Fishing Podcast - Late Summer Nymphing
11/2/2022
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?
Duration:00:36:52
Fly Fishing Podcast - Streamer Fishing On The River
9/29/2022
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?
Duration:00:36:58
Fly Fishing Podcast - Chasing Trout On Dries
6/22/2022
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!
Duration:00:31:36
Fly Fishing Podcast - Chasing Early Season Trout
4/13/2022
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.
Duration:00:34:47