The first float only open on the River Severn at Arley saw the 19 competitors battling both an out-of-sorts river and difficult weather conditions.

Colin Harvey from Upton-upon Severn coped best with the pacey river, bright sun and downstream wind to catch a winning 16-10-0 of roach, chub and small barbel on bolo and maggot from upstream peg 9 on the Hexton’s Farm stretch.

Gloucester’s Brian Pollard claimed second place with 15-8-0 of barbel caught on waggler and bolo fished maggots from peg 7 and he was followed by Alf Hand from peg 14 with 14-6-0 of chub on waggler and maggot.

The next match is on Tuesday 19th October and the series continues every Tuesday until 30th November inc. Anglers wishing to fish must book their place by phoning Dave Foxall on 07952 099896 as places are limited and generally in great demand.

1st Colin Harvey 16-10-0
 
2nd Brian Pollard 15-8-0
 
3rd  Alf Hand 14-6-0
 
4th  Bob McAulay 13-2-0
 
5th  Martin Taylor 11-13-0