HomeFarmingCountry Pursuits

White Springs into Bank Holiday action

THE big fixture this weekend is the two day Bank Holiday Festival at White Springs on Sunday and Monday.

Ring organiser Rob Dyer on 07773 333375 to enter.

There is an open match at Cefn Mably on Sunday and entries can be made at the 9am draw in the lodge.

The penultimate match in the Newport Spring Series at Woodstock Pond is on Sunday, May 11, and entry must be made in advance with Martin Challenger on 01633 872246.

The next open match at Riverside Fishery, Maesycwmmer is on Sunday, May 18, with the draw at 8.30am and fishing from 9.30am to 3.30pm.

Entries are now being taken for the popular Pairs Festival of fishing at Redhill Fishery, Monmouth on Saturday, May 31 and June 1. 

Country Pursuit

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