Ranger Royston Maxwell caught a new Farmoor record rainbow of 13.12.0 on a cat’s whisker booby – just one of several excellent recent catches from the Oxford fishery.

Scott Macfarlane had another fish of 10.6.0.

Local season-ticket holder Paul Manktelow had a rainbow of 12.6.0 on his first cast of the afternoon.

Meanwhile, a pairs boat match is being held on Saturday, April 24 from 10am-4pm with a 16-fish limit per boat.

The cost is £30 per head. Details on 01865 845668 or 07747 640707.

Farmoor are also holding three Try-Fly days on Saturdays April 17, May 22 and June 5. These are beginners courses run by Ken Day, assisted by other qualified instructors.

Details on 01865 845668 or 07747 640707.