Angling Trust Team England Fly Fishing

Asturias, Spain – 28th September-4th October

The 10th FIPS-Mouche Masters World Fly Fishing Championships (for competitors aged over 50) was held in Asturias, Spain, from 28th September-4th October 2025.

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

Australia – Belgium – Czech Republic – England – Finland – France – Ireland – Italy – Netherlands – South Africa – Spain – USA

AT Team England FF was represented by: Tony Baldwin, Alan Clark, Jay Curry, Bernie Maher & Mark Withyman (captain/manager)

PROGRAMME

Day 1 – Sunday, Sept 28, 2025
10:00am-12:00pm: Registration at the Hotel
3:00pm: Captains’ Meeting & Draw
6:00pm: Opening Ceremony
9:00pm: Opening Dinner at the Hotel

Day 2 – Monday Sept 29, 2025
10:00am-2:00pm: Session on the Rivers
10:00-11:00am: 1st Session on Lake
11:15am-12:15pm: 2nd Session on Lake
12:30-1:30pm: 3rd Session on Lake
1:45-2:45pm: 4th Session on Lake
9:00pm: Dinner at Hotel

Day 3 – Tuesday Sept 30, 2025
10:00am-2:00pm: Session on the Rivers
10:00-11:00am: 1st Session on Lake
11:15am-12:15pm: 2nd Session on Lake
12:30-1:30pm: 3rd Session on Lake
1:45-2:45pm: 4th Session on Lake
9:00pm: Dinner at Hotel

Day 4 – Wednesday Oct 1, 2025
10:00am-2:00pm: Session on the Rivers
10:00-11:00am: 1st Session on Lake
11:15am-12:15pm: 2nd Session on Lake
12:30-1:30pm: 3rd Session on Lake
1:45-2:45pm: 4th Session on Lake
9:00pm: Dinner at Hotel

Day 5 – Thursday Oct 2, 2025
10:00am-2:00pm: Session on the Rivers
10:00-11:00am: 1st Session on Lake
11:15am-12:15pm: 2nd Session on Lake
12:30-1:30pm: 3rd Session on Lake
1:45-2:45pm: 4th Session on Lake
9:00pm: Dinner at Hotel

Day 6 – Friday Oct 3, 2025
10:00am-2:00pm: Session on the Rivers
10:00-11:00am: 1st Session on Lake
11:15am-12:15pm: 2nd Session on Lake
12:30-1:30pm: 3rd Session on Lake
1:45-2:45pm: 4th Session on Lake
7:00pm: Closing Ceremony
8:00pm: Closing Banquet

Day 7 – Saturday Oct 4, 2025
Breakfast & Departure

RESULTS

Session 1

England started the competition with a 4th place for Bernie Maher on the River Trubia with 6 fish, a 6th for Alan Clark on the River Piloña, Piloña, and a 10th= place for Jay Curry on the River Caudal, Morcin. On the River Caudal, Mieres, and on the River Pilona, Parres, Tony Baldwin and Mark Withyman both failed to catch. England were lying in 11th place out of 12 teams with 44 placing points. Spain were leading the team rankings with 9 placing points, ahead of France on 16pts, and Italy on 22pts. Ireland were 6th with 35 placing points.

Session 2

The second session saw Tony Baldwin catch two fish on the River Piloña, Parres, for 7th place, while Mark Withyman came 10th on the River Trubia, Trubia, and Alan Clark 11th on the River Caudal, Mieres. Jay Curry was one of three anglers to blank on the River Piloña, Piloña, while Bernie Maher also failed to catch on the River Caudal, Morcin. England remained in 11th place with 96 placing points, while Ireland moved up to 4th with 57pts, behind Italy 3rd on 40pts, France 2nd with 39pts and Spain 1st on 27pts. Jose Manuel Socastro Gens (Spain) led the Individual rankings with 2 placing points, one ahead of Juan Miguel Barrienties (Spain) on 3pts, and Stephane Poirrot (France) also on 3pts.

Session 3

Mark Withyman won his group in the third session with nine fish on the River Caudal, Morcin, while Tony Baldwin came 9th on the River Trubia, Trubia, with Bernie Maher 10th= on the River Piloña, Piloña. Jay Curry and Alan Clark both failed to catch on the River Caudal, Mieres and the River Piloña, Parres. England remained in 11th place with 140 placing points, while Ireland dropped to 5th place, despite a section win for Campbell Baird on the River Piloña, Parres. Spain continued to dominate the Team rankings, with 37pts for 1st place, ahead of Italy 2nd with 60pts and France 3rd on 62pts. Individually, Jose Manuel Socastro Gens (Spain) added another section win to his tally to remain in 1st place with 3 placing points, with Juan Jose De La Fuente (Spain) 2nd on 4pts, ahead of Pat Weiss (USA) in 3rd and Juan Miguel Barrienties (Spain) 4th, both on 5pts.

Session 4

Mark Withyman followed his win in the last session with another 1st place, this time on the River Piloña, Piloña, while Tony Baldwin came 7th on the River Caudal, Morcin, and Alan Clark 9th on the River Trubia, Trubia. Bernie Maher and Jay Curry both failed to catch, on the River Caudal, Mieres, and the River Piloña, Parres. England remained in 11th position with 181 placing points, while Ireland stayed at 5th with 120pts. Spain continued to lead the competition with 57pts, with Italy 2nd on 81pts, just one ahead of France in 3rd. Jose Manuel Socastro Gens and Juan Jose De La Fuente (Spain) were both contesting the two top individual places, with 6 placing points each, with Pat Weiss (USA) 3rd with 8pts.

Session 5

A better performance by England saw a 2nd place for Bernie Maher, with four fish, on the River Piloña, Parres, while Mark Withyman came 3rd on the River Caudal, Mieres, Alan Clark was 4th on the River Caudal, Morcin, and Tony Baldwin 5th on the River Piloña, Piloña, Even though Jay Curry failed to catch on the River Trubia, Trubia, England were the 4th best performing team in the session, which pushed them up into 9th place for the competition with 207 placing points, with Ireland 5th with 158pts. Spain are the 2025 World Master Team Champions with 74 placing points, with France 2nd with 90pts and Italy 3rd with 107pts. The Individual Champion is Juan Jose De La Fuente (Spain) with 9 placing points, one ahead of his team-mate Jose Manuel Socastro Gens on 10pts, with Pat Weiss (USA) 3rd, also on 10pts.

SECTORS

Sector 1. River Piloña, Piloña

The Río Piloña, in the municipality of Piloña in Asturias, is considered one of the more famous trout rivers in the region and offers good fly-fishing prospects. The river includes several designated trout fishing beats, some under “traditional” rules (where fish may be kept) and others under catch and release. These beats vary in length, often a few kilometres, and are restricted in numbers of lines or rods, especially in the more prized stretches. As far as gear, lighter fly rods are well suited, especially when fishing smaller nymphs or emergers in clear pools. Dry fly fishing is also possible under certain rules or in appropriate stretches.
Target Fish Species: Brown Trout

Sector 2. River Caudal, Mieres

Fly-fishing on the Río Caudal near Mieres in Asturias offers anglers a unique blend of urban accessibility and natural beauty. Formed by the confluence of the Aller and Lena rivers, the Caudal flows for just over 20kms before joining the Nalón, with about 14kms running through Mieres. While stretches close to town show signs of mining history and concrete embankments, upstream reaches and less developed banks are lined with willows, alders, and ash trees that provide shade, insect life, and good cover for trout. Light tackle—rods in the 4-6 weight range—is ideal, with small mayfly, caddis, and midge imitations or weighted nymphs for deeper runs. Mornings and evenings, when trout feed more actively, are often most productive
Target Fish Species: Brown Trout

Sector 3. River Piloña, Parres

The Río Piloña near Parres (Arriondas) offers fly-fishing opportunities that combine scenic beauty, good fish populations and a varied river structure. The Piloña is tributary to the Sella, flowing from its source in Piloña and Nava through Parres, finally joining the Sella in Arriondas. The flow is quite seasonal, with modest discharge in summer but potential for much higher water after rainfall.
Fly-anglers will find a mix of river features: riffles and runs, deeper pools, gravel beds and vegetated banks, particularly upstream. Gear-wise, lightweight tackle (rods in the 4-6 wt range) works well. Dry flies and emergers are effective during insect hatches; small nymphs are useful in deeper water and when clarity drops. Best fishing tends to occur early morning or toward dusk.
Target Fish Species: Brown Trout

Sector 4. Trubia River

Fly-fishing on the Río Trubia near Trubia, Asturias offers a mix of pristine mountain waters, strong conservation, and opportunity for serious anglers. The Trubia, a tributary of the Nalón, runs through municipalities such as Quirós, Proaza, Santo Adriano and Oviedo, rising high in the mountains and flowing through terrain that alternates between steep gradient riffles, deeper pools, and well-covered riparian zones. Flow can be quite variable: when rains are heavy upstream, water rises and turbidity increases, making heavier flies or subsurface tactics more effective. During calmer and clearer periods, stealth, presentation, and using lightweight tackle (4-6 wt rods) are advantageous.
Target Fish Species: Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout

Sector 5. River Caudal, Morcín

Fly-fishing the Río Caudal around Morcín in Asturias offers a somewhat different feel compared with more trafficked stretches near Mieres. Morcín lies higher, and the river and its tributaries in this area tend to run through more rugged terrain, with steeper gradients, forested slopes, and less industrial modification. This often means cleaner water, more natural habitat, and potentially more challenging but rewarding fishing. In terms of gear, lighter fly rods (around 4-6 weight) are again appropriate; stealth is important upstream where water is clearer and pools more confined. Early morning and late in the day are the best times.
Target Fish Species: Brown Trout

You will find more information on their website here>>

This was held at Rutland Water, Oakham, Rutland on 28th September 2025.

Match Start: 10:00am

Match End: 6:00pm

Venue: Rutland Water

The top 28 anglers will make up, after ratification by AT TEFF, next year’s two England Loch-style Home International teams. (You should be aware that membership of the teams comes with commitments around training sessions, squad days and possibly future fund-raising events).

SIGNING IN

DOWN AT THE JETTY

WELCOME

PRE-MATCH BRIEFING

‘AND THEY’RE OFF’

TEFF TV

RESULTS

REPORT

100 anglers caught 499 fish – average 5. The day started with heavy rain which gave way to clouds and full sun by 2:00pm. The fish responded to the warmer temperatures at that time, and this is when most fish were caught. Top area was Whitwell Creek and along to Stockie Bay, but most fish were caught close to the bank using shrimp or dry fly tactics. The top two anglers, Jake Wenman and Frank Sumnall, shared a boat and fished this area, with Jake coming out on top by just 2lb 3ozs.
Jake was presented with the National Final Champions trophy, along with a special tankard to keep – this was donated by TEFF’s Marketing and Sponsorship Officer, Keith Wallace.
At the after match presentation a special thank you gift was given to local organiser Peter Hartley who, year in year out, dedicates so much of his time to organising these events.
The two teams will now travel to Llyn Trawsfynydd in Wales in the Spring next year, or to Lough Leane in South West Ireland in the Autumn.
Ian Colclough – National Event Organiser

Country: SCOTLAND
Venue: Lake of Menteith
Dates: 9th to 13th September (incl.)
Match date: Friday 12th September
Accommodation: The King Robert Hotel, Bannockburn

AT TEFF was represented by: Mark Rose (captain), Tony Baldwin, Graeme Bell, Martin Burgess, Tony Fox, Gary Haskins, Neil Hodgson, Dave Johns, Alex Johnstone, Mark Parsley, Ben Race, Richard Slater, Mark Stevens, Jim Wright & Paul Angell (manager)

PRACTICE DAY

MATCH DAY

RESULTS

1. Scotland 44 fish 115lbs 1.5ozs
2. England 42 fish 110lbs 9.3ozs
3. Ireland 38 fish 101lbs 8.4ozs
4. Wales 31 fish 80lbs 14.3ozs

Brown Bowl (Best Basket): Tyler Hay (Scotland) 10 fish 22lbs 4.8ozs
H. Emyr Lewis Trophy (Heaviest Trout): Tony Baldwin (England) 5lbs 6.2ozs

Top 4 Individual Results

1st Tyler Hay (Scotland) 10 fish for 22lbs 4.8ozs

2nd Tony Fox (England) 7 fish for 16lbs 12.1ozs

3rd Stuart Pickard (Wales) 7 fish for 14lbs 15.9ozs

4th Robert Gibson (Scotland) 6 fish for 14lbs 11.2ozs

Congratulations to Scotland on their gold medal performance.

Group Draw

Pairings – Saturday 6th September

Pairings – Sunday 7th September

Results

This year the Rivers National will be held on the River Dee in Llangollen, on the 6th & 7th of September 2025, on the above 4 beats – Country Park, Ddol-isaf, Golf Course & Above Horseshoe Falls.
NB: Only qualifying anglers are permitted to purchase a ticket for this event.
During both these days (and in any practice days) AT TEFF rules and any Llangollen Maelor rules will apply (see below).
The top 5 placing anglers will form the team, and 6th place as reserve, to represent England in the 2026 Rivers International on the Rivers Tummel and Tay in Scotland in July.
Organiser: Simon Caddy Email: sjcaddyatteff@gmail.com Contact number: 07884 492 300
Cost & Practice Tickets
Final Entry Fee: £60
Tickets Open: 10:00am on 8/08/2025
Tickets Close: 16:00pm on 15/08/2025 (this is to give any reserve the chance to make the required arrangements )
*Llangollen Maelor Angling members must provide proof of membership*
Non-members of Llangollen Maelor Angling must bring an additional £44 cash (for 2x day tickets) and pay Simon Caddy on the first morning upon registration.
The entry covers fees, food and admin.
Day permits:- £24
Season permits:- £88 joining fee are available online or from the hardware shop in Llangollen.
Note: Final day for practice is Monday 25th August (inclusive). No further fishing on National beats by finalists or anyone else is allowed.
The Draw
The Draw splits the finalists into 4 equal groups – A, B, C, D. These groups then fish two sessions and control two sessions on each day. The Draw also identifies a Priority Number, which establishes the precedence that a finalist has over their fellow group members at the start of sessions 1, 3, 5 & 7 to select their start position within his beat. This Priority Number can be used up to 30 mins before the start time for these sessions.
Rules
Fishing will be to AT TEFF International Competition Rules and those Rule Modifications listed below. The main points will be briefed on the day. Fishery rules, beat info, parking areas are on above maps.
Rule Modifications

1. Trout and Grayling
2. Size Limit – minimum 20cms
3. In both the Final (and in any practice days), AT TEFF rules and these Modifications apply.
4. The use of any ‘BUNG’ is strictly banned.
5. Dry flies used in methods such as Trio and Duo should be flies that can reasonably be expected to take a wild river fish.
6. Any ‘Shuffling’ is completely banned.
7. Controllers and Competitors are NOT allowed to cross the river before the match has begun.
8. All Fish must be netted whilst the fish is still in the water. Under no circumstances should a fish be “aerialised ”.
   Please ensure that your Angling Trust membership is valid and up to date at the time of applying and for your qualifier/s you are fishing and if you are successful to fish the grand final, otherwise the Angling Trust reserve the right to refuse entry to fish the event. 
   Cancellation/Refunds: Please note: If you wish to cancel a ticket, you are able to do this from the Angling Trust website. Alternatively, please inform refunds@anglingtrust.net by email, and include your name, the name of the event you would like to cancel, your membership number & post code. The Angling Trust require 3 days’ notice prior to the event in order to process a refund. Any notification outside of this time scale will not be entitled to receive a refund. Please note: There is no secondary market for the sale or transfer of any tickets. 
   Entry details here>>

Paul Page: ‘There appears to be an increasing interest in participating in the FIPS-Mouche World Masters and the 5NFFC, so in preparation of a potential oversubscription of applicants to fish in next year’s Championships, the attached Selection Criteria has been approved by the AT TEFF Executive. I will be requesting, later in the year, applications to become members of the teams to represent England in both of these Championships once firm details are known.
Furthermore, FIPS-Mouche are establishing an U24 World Championship, with the target of it being held in Ireland in 2026. The AT TEFF Executive are hoping to be able to establish a team to compete in this new Championship, and once details are confirmed I will be seeking participation from our U24s.’

Over the last twelve months TEFF have been negotiating rates with the new management of the newly refurbished hotel, now known as the VOCO by IHG Hotels in Corby, Rockingham Forest. TEFF are pleased to announce we have struck a major deal for all competition Team England anglers to save money.
This deal is awesome, and includes anglers, guides and their guests, so you do not want to miss this. For more details and considerable savings contact Paul Angell paul.angell1805@gmail.com or Keith Wallace kwallace.atteff@gmail.com for the discount code.

All Loch-style National Finalists are being contacted.

Here are the links to the Rules, FAQs, and Risk Assessment documents –

Rules here>>

FAQs here>>

Risk Assessments here>>

September 2024

[Sunday 29th September – River Dee, Llangollen, North Wales – Qualifier now rescheduled to 10th November 2024 – see below]

October 2024

Sunday 13th October – Lower Itchen – Organiser: Tony Fox

Organiser Tony Fox reported that the Lower Itchen fished well in the morning, but got hard in the afternoon.

Overall Results: 1. Cameron Craigs 2. Jay Curry 3. Gilliaum Vermeulen 4. Alan Williams 5. Dan Scott Paul 6. Tony Fox 7. Andrew Smith 8. Mike Heritage 9. S Crowder 10.James Christoforou 11.Baz Reece 12.Harry Chance 13.D Dunbar 14.Alex Adams 15.Vinnie King 16.Trevor Hayman 17.John Waters 18.Jim Dillon

November 2024

Sunday 10th November – River Dee, Llangollen, North Wales – Organiser: Simon Caddy

Organiser Simon Caddy reports: ‘The River Dee Qualifier went ahead, despite illness and injury causing the numbers to reduce from 14 to 10 anglers. The draw took place in the Hand Hotel amongst the anglers and a few pints the evening before.
Grayling were the target species, although the brown trout were putting in a good appearance with the mild weather conditions. The River Dee was as low and clear as it gets.
James Atkinson won the morning session with 10 fish followed by Pete Buckey with 8.
Mike Dixon came 1st in the afternoon and won the match with 12 fish, closely following him was Kevin Moran with 11 fish.’

Overall Results: 1. Mike Dixon 2. James Atkinson 3. Kevin Moran 4. Peter Buckey 5. Alan Clark 6. Harry Chance 7. Paul Baker 8. Karl Watson 10th= Keith McAdam 10th= Danny Williams

February 2025

Saturday 15th February – River Test, Wherwell – CANCELLED

Sunday 23rd February – River Dee, Llangollen ­– CANCELLED

March 2025

Sunday 9th March – River Dee, Llangollen ­– Organiser: Simon Caddy

Organiser Simon Caddy reports: ‘The qualifier started off with a great social gathering and draw in the The Hand Hotel, Llangollen followed by a nice meal.
A few new faces and some old ones were present which was nice to see.
The river showed its moody side in the morning with an easterly wind making for a cold start. Accompanied by clear water and bright sunshine, this made challenging conditions for the anglers.
Keith McAdam fished brilliantly and won the morning session with 8 fish. Kevin Moran (previously qualified) came 2nd and Simon Caddy 3rd.
As the day progressed and warmed up the fish seemed to respond better.
The afternoon session and overall competition winner was James Atkinson (previously qualified) who put a fantastic performance in to catch 9 fish. Simon Clarke was 2nd in the session closely followed by 3rd placed Alan Clark.
Thank you to all the anglers who fished and supported the event.’

Overall Results: 1. James Atkinson 2. Keith McAdam 3. Kevin Moran 4. Simon Clarke 5. Alan Clark 6. Simon Caddy 7. Alex Tipping 8. Paul Fairhurst 9. Harry Chance 10.Dale Burgess 11.Tim Pottage 12.Danny Williams

April 2025

Sunday 13th April – River Ure, Wensley, Wensleydale, North Yorkshire – Organiser: Paul Page

Overall Results: 1. Karl Watson 2. Peter Crowe 3. Nick Craigs 4. Anthony McKenna 10=Alex Adams 10=Keith Adam 10=Paul Baker 10=Simon Caddy 10=Kevin Moran 10=Tom Hunt

May 2025

Saturday 17th May – River Lyd/Tamar – CANCELLED

Sunday 18th May – River Teign – CANCELLED

June 2025

Sunday 29th June – River Dee, Llangollen – Organiser: Simon Caddy

Organiser Simon Caddy reports: ‘The River Dee qualifier started with a big rise in the river causing it to colour up and look like canal water. This made conditions very difficult and fish were few and far between.
The morning saw mixed results but Chris Richardson showed how it was done with a fine display catching 10 fish from the Fridge Pool. Paul Baker was in 2nd with 5 fish from the Golf Course.
The afternoon session proved even more tricky to tempt a fish and was won by Dale Burgess with 3 hard fought for fish, followed by Andy Taylor with 2 fish.
The draw took place in the Hand Hotel the evening before among the anglers and a pint, and it was great to see a few new and old faces.’

Overall Results: 1. Chris Richardson 2. Dale Burgess 3. Paul Baker 4. Andy Taylor 5. Karl Watson 6. Peter Crowe 7. Danny Cunningham 8. Tom Hunt 9. Richard Baxendale 10. Kevin Moran 11. Tim Pottage 12. Darren Everitt

July 2025

Sunday 13th July – River Tees, Raby Estate – Organiser: Simon Caddy

Organiser Simon Caddy reports: ‘The River Tees qualifier anglers braved the extremely hot conditions on Sunday to fish the qualifier. The draw took place in the morning with all the competing anglers present and after a quick briefing they were on their way to fish. Results were good as they each came back after the morning session to a cold bottle of water which was gratefully received. Kevin Moran showed how it was done with 14 fish winning the morning. The afternoon had similar results and the session was won by Danny Cunningham who was the overall winner with as fantastic performance catching 15 trout. Thank you to all who attended and supported the event.

Overall Results: 1. Danny Cunningham 2. Kevin Moran 3. Nick Craigs 4. Karl Watson 5. Tim Pottage 6. Paul Baker 7. Andy Cliffe 8. Alex Adams 9. Peter Crowe 10. Anthony McKenna

Sunday 27th July – River Dee, Llangollen – Organiser: Simon Caddy

Overall Results: 1. Paul Fairhurst 2. Kevin Moran 3. Richard Baxendale 4. Andy Taylor 5. Danny Cunningham 6. Keith McAdam 7. Tom Hunt 8. Paul Baker 9. Tim Pottage 10. Julian Erbsloeh 11. Gary Hedges 12. Alex Tipping

2025 Rivers National Final

River Dee, Llangollen – Saturday 6th-Sunday 7th September 2025

Draw takes place on 3rd September, Hand Hotel, Llangollen, at 6:00pm

Entries & Results Spreadsheet