Join us for a short store-based course and learn how to tie flies. Our events are open to anyone with any level of experience.

2018 Dates:

Please see store associates or call 01225 331471 for details.

Learn fly-fishing basics in one of our free fly-fishing classes. Perfect for beginners of all ages, the course includes free lessons on fly casting and outfit rigging.

If you're looking for a great way to get the family together outside, book a free Orvis class to get started. Fly fishing is a sport the whole family can participate in. All ages are welcome to attend this store-based course, but those under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Bring the whole family and learn what this great sport is all about.

2018 Dates:
For class details, call us or visit us in store. Spaces are limited.

Please see store associates or call 01629 810226 for details.

Call us at 01629 810226 for information on upcoming classes and seminars this season.

Class spaces are limited. Call or stop by to reserve a spot.

Whether you are a beginner or you are someone that just wants a little guidance on how to become a better fly fisher, nothing beats time on the water with a knowledgeable guide or instructor. Our classes are the next step in your fly-fishing education. Designed to give you a great on-the-water fly-fishing experience, the day's instruction is built around specific techniques and local fisheries.

We shall cover:

• Fly-casting techniques
• Essential knots
• How to choose your tackle
• Lake entomology (the science of insects)
• How to simplify fly selection—you don’t need hundreds of patterns!
• How to locate fish on a stillwater
• How to play, land, and safely release fish

Please see store associates or call 01629 810226 for details.

Rivers
Wye
Derwent
Dove
Manifold
Noe

Still Waters
Press Manor
Ladybower
Carrsington
Foremark
Barlow
Blithfield
Errwood
Alton

Store Manager: Marie Mallon 
Marie has worked in retail for over 20 years; but, in working for Orvis, Marie considers herself lucky enough to combine a position that complements her love of the outdoors and country lifestyle. Marie is a keen horse woman, dog lover, and an occasionally decent shot (though not as good as other members of her team—they have the targets framed in their staff room as evidence). She says her team members at Orvis Bakewell are amongst the best and is in no doubt they are the reason for the success of the store. "With the wealth of knowledge between our team and across all of our in-store departments, we’ll always ensure that when you visit us, you are met with a warm welcome, but will leave as friends!"

Fishing Specialist: John Blewitt
John has been fishing for nearly 60 years, both coarse and game, and he is the co-founder/member of Sheffield Partnership Rivers In Town Environment (SPRITE CIC). A finalist in Sheffield Telegraph Environment awards in the individual category, he is a qualified coach in game and coarse fishing. John said he has fished on the Derbyshire streams for longer than he cares or dares to remember and has had the opportunity to fish Canada, New Zealand, Norway, Ireland, and Holland. He started work at Orvis Bakewell a few months after it opened and is eager to pass on his extensive fishing knowledge through the courses offered at the store.

Fishing Specialist: Max Price
Max has been fly fishing and tying flies for nearly 50 years—despite his young looks! When not riding a motorcycle he will be found chasing trout on one of the magnificent Derbyshire rivers near Bakewell; the main ones being the Derwent, Dove, Wye, and Manifold. Max retired 10 years ago after a career in retailing, which involved 14 years with Marks and Spencer followed by owning his own Garden Centre in Northamptonshire for 18 years. Max has recently completed his Sport England fly-fishing coach courses and looks forward to helping folk in the store to learn and develop their skills in fly fishing.