Cod and Mackerel in the mist with James Armstrong of Chasing Fins

Massive thanks to James Armstrong a reknowned fly fishing guide from Chasing Fins, for organising a short run out with his guests who had only hours ago arrived fresh off the ferry from Belgium.

We left Royal Quays Marina in glorious sunshine, expecting flat calm seas and minimal wind. After departing the marina, we could hear visibility checks being requested on the radio; and by the time we reached the exit to the Tyne we were engulfed in a thick blanket of fog, with a bit of a northerly swell thrown in for good measure.

We stuck close in, and picked away on some coalies, whiting, codling and plenty of mackerel for sport.

Once the guys had a feel for boat fishing, we quickly changed rigs, baited them up with fresh mackerel, and headed out to an inshore wreck for two quick drifts. We winkled out a nice cod, whiting and of course more mackerel.

We headed straight back for a beer in the Lock pub, and had their fish put on ice, so they could take them to their hotel up north to be prepared for their tea and breakfast!

Other than the fact we didn't see much more than the handrails for a couple of hours, it was a fantastic day with great company.