Orvis FF101: Discover UK Saltwater Fly Fishing for Free at Orvis Stockbridge
As spaces are limited, please book a spot for each individual member of your party.
Date & Location: 11am - 16th February 2025, Orvis Stockbridge
This class will effectively present ideal rod outfits, terminal tackle and tactics when fly-fishing both bass and mullet from the UK shoreline. Paul and Phil will also cover essential points relating to understanding tides, safety considerations and reading basic water features. Additional time can be spent with the store team after the class to review your own personal equipment and to answer any detailed questions you may have ahead of the forthcoming season.
If you’re keen to discover some great tips and useful advice about equipment selection, lure casting and saltwater tactics, then there will be a lot to discover at this free to attend, 2-hour session. So book your place early!
Although there is no age limit, attendees should be able to independently engage in the whole session. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
HOW TO BOOK:
- Click the Schedule Your Booking button.
- Select your date.
- Enter your details, along with the number of people in your party & confirm.
You will be sent an email confirming your booking (if do you do not receive this email, please check your junk mail folder). If you need to cancel your booking, please contact customer services or Orvis Stockbridge.
ABOUT YOUR HOSTS, PAUL BETTLEY & PHIL SPRATT
Paul Bettley is a celebrated predator and bass fly-fisher, guide and casting instructor. Paul’s warm and friendly approach inspires confidence and adventure. Paul will share his hard-fought experience with you, providing detailed knowledge and information to empower you on your next fishing adventure in the salt.
Phil Spratt has been an Orvis Saltwater Festival guide since the event’s inception in 2020. Phil’s wonderful charm and gritty experience enables anyone to bridge the gap from freshwater trout to saltwater bass and mullet. Phil has helped scores of novice saltwater fly-anglers to find success in this most rewarding and accessible pursuit.


