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  • By  Emma McGreevy  

    Which are the Best Gundog Breeds for you?

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    Choosing a suitable gundog breed for family life and your needs in the field can be tricky. From Labrador Retrievers to Hungarian Vizslas, below we discuss how the strengths, characteristics...

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    Don’t Miss the John Norris Summer Fishing Festival

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    Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th June 2025📍 John Norris of Penrith, CA11 8HP Join us for an unforgettable weekend at the John Norris Summer Fishing Festival: a two-day celebration of fly...

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    What are Gaiters, and Do You Need Them?

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    Whether you’ve been considering a pair of gaiters for a while or have only just heard about them, our guide provides all the information needed to understand their benefits and...

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    Essential Fly Fishing Tackle: Top Picks from Paul Proctor

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    Developments in recent years have flooded the world of fly fishing with a host of gizmos and gadgets. For beginners, navigating the ever-expanding selection of fly fishing tackle, from floatants...

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    Father's Day Gift Ideas: Top Fishing Gifts for Dad

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    Looking for the perfect fishing gifts for Dad this Father’s Day? At John Norris, we know few things bring more joy than time spent by the water with the right...

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    The Ultimate Fishing Gear Care Checklist

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    Enjoy uninterrupted time on the water and reach your angling potential by following our fishing gear care checklist. Designed to help you get organised and guarantee your kit is in...

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    Master the Mayfly Hatch for Epic Trout Fishing with Paul Proctor

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    In Cumbria, we are seeing increasing numbers of mayfly year on year. Here, Paul Procter shares his hints and tips for tackling this iconic hatch.Mayflies (Ephemera danica) are the UK’s...

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    Fly Fishing in Kendjam, Brazil: A Wild Amazon Adventure

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    James Norris and Jim Curry explored one of the most remote and electrifying fly fishing frontiers on Earth, and returned with a story worth telling. When anglers dream of the...

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    Introducing Skwala Clothing to the UK

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    As the UK’s sole stockist, John Norris invites customers to enjoy Skwala’s innovative new products. Skwala’s range of country clothing and specialist fly fishing attire offers undiluted quality. Our curated...

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    Enjoy Luxury for Less this Easter with the John Norris Sale

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    We invite you to experience something special this Easter weekend at John Norris of Penrith; our biggest sale in decades! Come and explore our freshly redesigned store, where you’ll find...

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    Fly Rods: Paul Procter’s Weapons of Choice

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    With a whiff of spring in the air and the trout season upon us, now might be the time to consider a new fly rod. Here, Paul Procter offers some...

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    Join Us at the Ultimate Guideline/John Norris Fishing Show!

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    Don’t miss out on the ultimate angling experience, at the 2025 Guideline/John Norris Fishing Show! Date: May 10–11th Location: Warwick Hall, Carlisle Whether you're a seasoned fly fisher or just...


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