FIRST OF THE YEAR! Winter Sea Fishing at Newport.

Newport Sea Fishing in Winter. Join me as I have my first proper session of the year at one of my favourite UK Shore Fishing marks. Due to illness and bad weather, I wasn't able to get out for weeks and boy did I need this one! A cold and frosty evening but enjoyable all the same. With the Bristol Channel Cod Fishing season in full swing, there was always that chance of a good fish.
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[@alansaunders8196]

Mate you broke me tonight, first time I've felt that since my dad passed. Don't ever give up this bud, you're doing a great job & you are encouraging me to get back out there a bit more every time I watch a channel. One of the best youtube channels out there in my humble opinion 👍👍👍👍👍

[@riversidewithme]

Nice to hear you from you again Alan. Ah yes, I can appreciate that the emotions came flooding back for you, sounds like you had a great fishing relationship with your dad...he will be in a good place now. I'm pleased to hear that the videos are encouraging you to get back out there again, that's great. Thank you, nice of you to say, I've got a bit to learn yet when it comes to filming but hopefully I'll get there, just need to find a little more time ha! Cheers as always, have a good weekend 👍👍

[@Hobbit55-xw5th]

Better than watching the crap on TV and you don't need a licence to watch.

[@patriciamorgan8909]

My husband and myself love watching your videos Gareth, keep them coming, you're a tonic!

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Patricia, that's nice of you to say. Hopefully plenty more to come, that's the plan anyway. Cheers for watching, much appreciated! 👍👍

[@philipford271]

Don't ever stop mate , I love watching your vids , it's not all about the light or camera angles it's about the personality of the guy that's doing it , you do a great job, I've just come back to fishing at the age of 68 , only been 3 times and blanked every time , I now live in France but am originally from Pontypool, only do river fishing and am hoping one day to actually catch a fish but like you say it's just being out there and enjoying it.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Philip, I appreciate the words of encouragement. I'll keep going for now and hopefully I can make plenty more videos. Ah right that's interesting, I live in Pontypool, born and bred. Hope you're enjoying living in France, great that you've taken up fishing again, I'm sure you'll get some nice fish! Definitely, it's all about being next to that water, taking it all in... the fish are a bonus. Cheers for watching! 👍👍

[@cpfcgavman1977]

Yeah John Wilson was in my opinion the guy who really took angling to another level with the "go fishing channel" great man And 4000+ subs tell everyone how much this channel has grown we really do love it mate hopefully you stay on it and keep up the good work 👏 🙌 👍 👌

[@riversidewithme]

Yes I agree with you there mate, he certainly did and a generation were inspired to take up angling as a result. Thank you, I appreciate it. I will stick at it for now and hopefully plenty more videos to come with a bit of luck. Cheers as always! 👍👍

[@mariaefelices6543]

Still got all john wilson vids and my dad passed just before him , ty 💙⬆💜 dads are very special fellas godbless gar ty mark

[@riversidewithme]

Yes you're right there Mark, Dad's certainly are special and I'm sorry to hear that you lost yours recently, never easy is it. Me too, John Wilson was my favourite, there will never be another! Thank you 👍👍

[@leightongroves1509]

Gareth you put me through the ringer with this one all sorts of emotions on this one. Always a pleasure 🎣 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Ah sorry about that Leighton, one of those nights ha! The fishing was bad and so my mind started wandering, hence the reminiscing etc. Cheers as always, much appreciated! 👍👍

[@kevinmidwinter265]

What a true gent u are sir , love how u talk about the good old days with dad , always look forward to new content off u , and yet again u ain't failed buddy , keep up the good work buddy and get down the Gower so I can see some local spots being fished , tight lines buddy 🎣🎣🎣

[@brettsfishingdiaries]

New sub from me bud good vid, lost my mum 17 years ago she was 52.. you never get over it you just learn to live with it.. I'm 50 now and still now and then it hits me and wish I could talk to her... things like this and other lifes problems is where fishing helps me.. relaxes my brain

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks for subscribing Brett, much appreciated. Sorry to hear about your mum, I can appreciate that you wish you could still talk to her, especially when life gets a little tough. As you say, it's not something we get over, we just learn to live with it. Fishing is also my therapy, always feel better after spending a few hours next to the water. Cheers for watching! 👍👍

[@peterc1927]

Great to see you back Gareth. Always enjoy your content. Wishing you a successful 2023 fishing. No truer words spoken regarding mental health. Thankyou for sharing I can relate to those Great times with my dad. Nice memories. Take Care for now and we'll done for your perserverance and beating the blank

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Peter, it was nice to be out again wetting a line, felt good. I bet you have some great memories of the times you and your dad spent together and it's those memories which keep us going. I'll keep plodding away and hopefully lots more videos to come. Cheers for the continued support, much appreciated! Cheers 👍👍

[@ronaldgroves6350]

Great to see you out again, love the videos. Back in the mid 1960s my late younger brother went fishing near Bristol docks. He caught a fish that he couldn’t identify. It caused quite a bit of discussion among nearby anglers who came to the conclusion that he had caught a herring. Although it looked similar to a herring I was sure that it wasn’t. Remember, this was before the days of the internet. I borrowed a book from the library and we were able to identify the fish as a member of the herring family called a Twaite shad, a sea fish which briefly enters fresh water to spawn. This is part of the fascination of fishing, you never know what might turn up

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks for the comment Ron, I enjoyed reading it. Wow, a Twaite Shad, now they are rare and not many people catch them nowadays. I bet your brother was chuffed, great catch! A few turn up in the River Usk during April and May and back in the day, you'd see them chasing flies/insects from just below the surface, such a fast fish. You're absolutely right, you never quite know what's going to turn up, all adds to the mystery. Thank you for watching, it is very much appreciated. Cheers 👍👍

[@MineMyCraft]

very much enjoying your videos keep them coming! We all miss are own my friend! Just keep positive and doing what you do it may help many people around!

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you, glad you're enjoying them. It seems that many people relate to what I talk about, which is good. Always good to keep those memories alive. Cheers 👍

[@deanroderick5115]

Good to see you back and brought a tear to my eye watching. I lost my father last August, I grew up fishing with him and so did my son . Miss him loads. I'm just waiting on a lure maker in Ireland, to make me a rainbow trout lure ( without hooks). I'll be placing some of dad's ashes inside and he will be clipped to our tackle bag so he can still come out with us. Tight lines mate

[@riversidewithme]

I'm sorry to hear that Dean, I appreciate that it's still quite raw for you. Time really is a great healer and it does get easier and no doubt you have lots of great memories which will last forever. I like the lure idea, he'll always be with you then, nice touch is that. I spread dad's ashes at one of his favourite fishing marks, down at The Transporter Bridge. Cheers mate, take it easy 👍👍

[@markbrodie2626]

Good to see you back Gareth. Very poignant you talking about your Dad (lost my Father almost 2 years ago now). I think being able to talk openly about loss and the emotion this generates, be that laughter or tears, helps us process our grief but more importantly I think, secures those memories and bonds. That is such a blessing! I can definitely see the John Wilson influence in your videos buddy, such a good balance. Keep up the great content!😊

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Mark, it's nice to be out fishing again, been too long! Ah sorry to hear that, still quite recent for you then, I appreciate that it's not easy at times. You're certainly right though, talking about it is a great coping mechanism and a great way of keeping those memories alive, I guess that's why I like to reminisce a lot. Ha thank you, I loved watching John Wilson, I'm pretty sure that I've watched every single program he made. Hopefully plenty more to come, I'm still trying to make one video a week, hopefully I can achieve that this year. Cheers as always, your continued support is very much appreciated! 👍👍

[@johnduval633]

I use to love going to the fishing shows in auditoriums back in the early 70s. Big screen fishing show way before cable and the internet.

[@riversidewithme]

Sounds great John, that would have been right up my street! Old days were the best 👍👍

[@savegsquad5372]

Hi Gareth, lovely to see you on the beach again I've missed you. Got to say that video may have been quite, but it was the best I have ever seen, I think of my parents when I,m out fishing, gives me a warm feeling inside. Ps don't you dare give up this wonderful show. All the best from South West Wales 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks mate, that's nice of you to say, pleased that you enjoyed the video. It's nice that you think of your parents when out fishing, I do the same as it brings on a sense of calm. Haha, I'll keep going for now and hopefully more videos to come soon. Cheers as always! 👍👍

[@fishdisco3107]

Two way therapy for everyone, another beautiful video. 🙂👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks mate. A tough session but enjoyable all the same, was nice to have my first full session of the year. Cheers as always 👍👍

[@davidjenkins6453]

Welcome back Garath. Just ignore the idiots out there, the fishing Gods, keep doing your own thing. Its 25 years since my father died, trust me, there's always a place in your memories for them but things get easier.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you David, it's nice to be out fishing again, it's been a while. Yes definitely, I have no time for the idiots, I immediately block them. Yes I agree with you there, it certainly does get easier as time really does heal. Still have my wobbles but getting there slowly. Cheers mate 👍👍

[@Flint-I]

Hey my name is Phil ,my mother passed in 2020 ,this is my mothers Handle Hazel "Sally" May I keep it her memory ,I grew up watching JW I agree with you the very best and an absolute legend. I kept all his videos and my son and I still watch them, we do a lot of river fishing and some sea fishing . Great intro music, enjoyed being out there with you .Its all about being out there doing it and enjoying the memories of our very dearly missed relatives. liked and subscribed 😊👍 my nickname is Murdoch

[@riversidewithme]

Hi Phil, sorry to hear of your mother's passing, never easy is it. Nice that you kept her handle. Ah yes, he certainly was a legend and like you, I still watch his programmes to this day, they often chill me out after a tough day at work. Yes I agree, just nice being out there next to the water and taking it all in, the fish are a bonus. Thank you for subscribing, much appreciated and hopefully more videos to come soon! Cheers 👍👍

[@richiethespark]

It's tough going on the South Wales coast at the moment Gareth. Love your videos and your outlook in general, don't stop what your doing fella we all appreciate your effort. As always thanks for sharing.

[@riversidewithme]

It certainly is Richard, I think the annual 'lull' period has set in, although hopefully a few fish will show up. Thank you, I appreciate it, hopefully more to come with a bit of luck. Hope all is good with you, cheers as always! 👍👍

[@castersfishingwales2038]

I loved me aunt Fanny n uncle Bob 🤣 oh man dont block me 😂😂Nothing wrong with banging on the passed, Brother, we love you for that 😗 Let me tell you now, when your out fishing and you feel that little cold on the old shoulder, thats Dad saying Gareth change the rig you wont catch like that 🙂🙂🙂🙂😘 love you buddy stay safe love to Cath n all 😘 see you on the rocks

[@riversidewithme]

Ah yes me too, good old aunt Fanny and Uncle Bob, they were always there for the family 😂. I wouldn't block you Matt, I'd be scared that you'd pelt pork pies at my windows! I think you're right, that probably is Dad telling me to change tactics, I should listen to him a bit more often, might get more fish then! The fishing locally is hard work at the moment, think I will need to venture further west now that the 'lull' period is about to kick in. Hope all is good with you, greetings and love to the family...see you on the beach bud! Cheers 👍👍😍

[@daz4643]

Just found your channel. I have subscribed. I lost my dad 11 years ago. Your learn to live but never forget!

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks for subscribing Daz, much appreciated. Sorry you lost your dad. You're spot on there, we certainly don't forget and that's why I like to reminisce etc. Cheers for watching! 👍👍

[@paultalbot7111]

I subcribed and joined your channel for the enjoyment I get from them. Its about the whole experience of the day, memories and not just the fish , which to me is what angling is all about

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks Paul. Yes I agree with you there, there's much more to fishing than just catching fish. For me, it's all about getting out and being next to the water. Cheers 👍👍

[@andrewhaden7822]

Brilliant video,I went fishing three yrs ago And I was having a bad time with my reel and for some reason I called it a night ,when I got home I found my father had collapsed in the kitchen and died of the injury’s a few months later ,and I often wonder if I hadn’t of gone fishing that night maybe he would of been alright,after coming across your videos on you tube and hearing your memories of your father gave me the courage to get back out there,I know my father would never want me to stop fishing and would not of blamed me on his fall,so cheers for your videos they do cheer me up ,I’ve just watched this one after my team has been dumped out of the FA cup,so it’s cheered me up ,keep up the good work buddy 😊

[@riversidewithme]

Sorry to hear that Andrew, that couldn't have been easy for you. You're absolutely right though, your father would never have wanted you to stop fishing and he wouldn't have blamed you for what happened. I'm pleased to hear that the videos gave you the courage to get back out there again, good stuff. Fishing is my drug, I'd be lost without it, something about being next to the water, being at one with nature. Ah not good, your side is out...I'll have to make some more videos then, hopefully they will numb the pain ha! Cheers as always, I appreciate your continued support 👍👍

[@itgetsyououtseafishing2349]

Hi mate, Don't ever stop talking about your dad, I know that feeling very well, when i was younger he tuck me fishing and as he got older I tuck him, he is always fishing with me , I blame him for my blanks 🤣🤣 You carry on being you 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Yes you're right there mate, important to keep those memories alive. It's funny isn't it how life goes full circle, you saying that your dad took you fishing and then you took him as he got older, that was the same for me too. I'm always blanking these days, I keep trying to think of new excuses 😂. Cheers for watching, much appreciated! 👍👍

[@darrenwilliams8162]

Lost my dad in March Butty it’s still unreal to me hope it does get better well done on your blank better and keep it up heart goes out to you and every one that has lost loved ones ❤❤ 👍

[@riversidewithme]

I'm sorry to hear that Darren, I appreciate that it still must be very raw for you. Time really is a great healer though and it does get easier. All those great memories you have will last forever and it's those memories which will keep you going. Thank you for watching, much appreciated! 👍👍

[@lazydays3653]

Gareth…….’Riverside with Me’ is undoubtedly my favourite youtube channel…..thank you. Your presentation and content is unpretentious & honest….please keep those videos coming!…….you mentioned John Wilson in your video….that must have been surreal…..I hope you washed your hands before you shook hands with him! This week in work I have been replacing a fence with a colleague in Caerphilly. A gentleman has walked past each morning and said ‘good morning’. While I was at builders merchants one morning my colleague had a chat to him. The gentleman told him that he was going fishing to which my colleague told him of my passion for fishing. The gentleman in question went on to tell him that he was Mr Brandon Jones…..holder of the uk shore record cod caught Barry 1966 44lb. I didn’t see him again, we finished the job so I will never know!

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, that's nice of you to say, I appreciate it. I try my best to make a nice video, although still a lot to learn yet when it comes to filming. Haha, it was just after I washed my hands and in walked Mr Wilson! Great night that was, feels like it was yesterday. Ah yes, Brandon the record Cod holder...that's a great story and one that you'll be able to tell over and over again...I enjoyed reading it. Small world isn't it, never quite know who we'll bump in to! Cheers as always, have a great weekend! 👍👍

[@paulmccarthy6971]

Its good to talk👍👍👍 fishing is the icing on the cake of life😂😂

[@riversidewithme]

Couldn't agree more Paul, certainly is good to talk. Ha yes, the best icing topping of all 🤣. Cheers as always 👍👍

[@nikgrimmett8736]

Hi Gareth, nice to see you off the mark, love your personal little chats on life, personally I think your channel Is one of the best you don't go on about what new reel you've got or new rod your Testing it's nice to listen to someone that's real that's dealing with life not life the other Motor mouth's that have self promoting fishing channels that bore the pants off you Keep the vids coming mate good or bad I love watching them and you, best wishes Nik ..

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Nik, I appreciate that, nice of you to say. Yes I guess I'm just a normal angler who enjoys spending a few hours next to the water, that's what it's all about for me. By nature I'm a deep thinker, hence the deep chats ha! Yeah that's it, I got no interest in promoting tackle etc, it wouldn't suit me and it wouldn't suit the channel. A new video this coming Friday with a bit of luck. Hope all is good with you, cheers for watching 👍👍

[@nathandavies6857]

Another cracking video mate keep up the great work and you can be sure your father is proud of you..I look forward to watching your next video gareth.. I also miss my mother who passed away 18 years ago and it's good to talk about her mate...I know it's hard but it does get easier to deal with loosing a parent your so close too xxxx

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Nathan, appreciated as always mate. A tough session but it was nice to be back out after so long, a pleasant winter evening. Ah yes, I bet you do miss your mother and I can understand why you like talking about her as it keeps those memories alive. You can't beat a good bit of reminiscing. Take it easy bud, hopefully more to come soon! Cheers 👍👍😍

[@mauriziowilliams6028]

Another great video Gareth, and I miss the old days too, I can relate to everything you say! Great story about John Wilson, true fishing legend!

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Maurizio, appreciated as always. Yes it was good to meet John, it was an enjoyable evening and I remember it very well. Ah the old days...they were the best days, something different about them, more simple, less complicated. Cheers as always 👍

[@FrugalOutdoors]

Brilliant video as always buddy. The way you film and talk so naturally, its like watching a friend. As soon as I saw the upload, I said to Daisy I've got something decent to watch. Just a completely honest bloke creating an honest channel, with no guff. We all appreciate your hard work mate, and it would be a very sad day if you stopped doing what you do. Take care Gareth, and I look forward to your next upload🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Dylan, I appreciate the kind words bud. I guess I just be myself when filming, hence why the deeper side often comes out as I like to reminisce, it's a big part of my fishing. The marks I fish are nothing what they were back in the day but I still fish them as they're special to me. Ha yes, I have come close to giving it up but I'll keep going for now and hopefully plenty more videos to come, with a bit of luck. No doubt you'll be wetting a line this weekend and if so, tight lines! Cheers mate, see you on the next one! 👍👍🙏

[@damodevil2915]

Came across your channel by chance a few weeks ago and I must say it's refreshing to have somebody so down to earth making the effort, Taking my son out for his first time sea fishing tomorrow at the knap in barry , I'm a course fishermen normally but your videos have give me the itch to get into this and make memories

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, that's nice of you to say. I guess I just try and be myself really and hope that it comes across ok. I do a bit of coarse fishing myself, hoping to fish my local stream soon for the Dace and Chub. All the best for tomorrow down at The Knap, I hope you catch a few. Many memories to be made, no doubt! Cheers for watching, much appreciated! 👍👍

[@jonsibley2740]

Glad to see your back Gareth. you brought so many memories back to me about my dad 5 years he's been gone now. miss him every single day. please keep on doing the videos please it is so enjoyable watching them and look forward to many many more stay safe and look after yourself tight lines 👍👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Jon, it's been a while but good to be back. Ah yes, never easy is it and I can appreciate what you feel on a daily basis. I still find fishing difficult as dad is not there but it's those memories that keep me going. Hopefully plenty more videos to come, that's the plan anyway. Couple of days off work next week and so I'll be out filming. Cheers for the support, enjoy the weekend! 👍👍

[@rogersmith4289]

Gareth, cracking video as always. Good to see you back 👍 Accept that it's hard work but your efforts are really appreciated. Keep them coming!

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Roger. A difficult session but it was nice to be out there again wetting a line. I appreciate your continued support, hopefully plenty more videos to come! Cheers 👍👍

[@neilsmith7547]

Absoloutly brilliant video again Gareth. Saved the blank mate. Yeah lost my mom and dad 15yrs ago. Dad got me into fishing on the Warwickshire avon when I was a kid on our hols in a caravan. Remember I had a bamboo cane and a float and my first ever fish was a gudgeon. Thanks dad for starting me up 🙏 like you said Gareth great the old days. Keep up the brilliant videos mate 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Neil, nice to hear from you again. A tough session but enjoyable all the same and it was nice to see the little Codling towards the end ha! I'm sure your mom and dad are in a good place now. I bet you have some great memories of you and your dad fishing together. Bamboo cane and a float...sounds perfect. Cheers mate, appreciated as always. Have a good weekend! 👍👍

[@Stutipping1]

Thank you Gareth for the content always enjoyable, you have a great calming way about you that makes your videos enjoyable to watch. Top guy take care and I look forward to the next one.👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Stu, that's nice of you to say, hopefully more to come soon. This was a tough session but enjoyable all the same, was nice to have my first proper session of the year. Cheers for watching! 👍👍

[@caemaridwn]

Keep the Channel as it is Gareth nice and chilled and I personally love your stories about your Dad, keep it up.

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks Robert, pleased to hear that you like the stories, I do enjoy a bit of reminiscing. I'll keep it going for now and hopefully plenty more videos to come. Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@markmayhew6215]

Hi . I watch alot of fishing vids but yours are my favourites. Your good at explaining things etc. Keep up the good work mate

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Mark, that's nice of you to say. I try my best and hopefully it comes across ok. Hopefully more to come with a bit of luck! Cheers 👍👍

[@motorsnutts6594]

Hi Gareth, firstly we’ll done on your 4K subs, richly deserved, you are a great influence to others who struggle to deal with difficulties in life , there is nothing wrong with reflecting on the past but at the same time looking forward in life too. Stay safe bud . your efforts are appreciated mate .keep it up chap🎣🎣👍🏼👍🏼

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks mate, that's nice of you to say, appreciated as always. I do enjoy a bit of reminiscing as it keeps those memories alive and I guess a lot of people find it relatable, which helps I guess. Cheers for the continued support, hopefully plenty more videos to come! Take it easy 👍👍

[@motorsnutts6594]

@@riversidewithme your welcome mate 👍🏼

[@pauldavies1479]

Hi Gareth great to see you back out there and beat the blank with a codling,dont ever give up pleasure to watch you do alot of good for people appreciate the effort you put in sorry to hear you get some idiots commenting ignore them.l was also a big john Wilson fan good days lovely to hear you talk about your Dad look forward to seeing the next one take care mate🎣👍🏻

[@riversidewithme]

Hi Paul, nice to hear from you again. It's certainly nice to be out fishing again after a few weeks out. Yes definitely, I just block them straight away as I don't want them being part of the channel. Ah yes, those John Wilson programmes were great weren't they, I think I've seen every one. Hopefully plenty more videos to come, that would be good. Thank you for the continued support, it is very much appreciated! Cheers as always 👍👍

[@CheshireTomcat68]

Good to see you back out and you didn't blank! Hurrah.

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks mate, it's good to be out fishing again. Ha yes, the little Codling came to the rescue! Cheers as always 👍👍

[@garethbodsworth5756]

Jeeze your spot on with the emotion of losing family and the memories of fishing Mark's is crazy isn't it , just being in the same spots fishing the same waters brings us closer to those people. Hope the fishing picks up soon for us all wont be long before the cod start coming back on the beaches mate

[@riversidewithme]

Yes you're right there Gareth, going back to those same areas definitely does bring us closer to the people we've lost, brings that connection back. Yes that be good, hard work at the moment isn't but hopefully we'll get a nice spring run of Cod. Cheers as always mate! 👍👍

[@paultalbot7111]

Glad you are back mate. I lost my dad many years ago now but still miss the old bugger and our fishing trips togther

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Paul, it's nice to be back out fishing again! Ah yes, I can appreciate that you still miss your dad, not easy is it. I bet you have some great memories though. Cheers mate, appreciated as always! 👍👍

[@johnweekes8497]

I first started watching you when I see you holding a massive sole and I found there is a lovely calmness about you and I've watching ever since

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you John, I'm pleased to hear that you're enjoying the videos, that's good to hear. Ah yes, I remember the Sole, great session that was. Cheers for watching, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@stephenwilkinson4214]

Hi Gareth ... Well done mate on reaching 4K subs nothing more than you deserve your Channel is an absolute credit to you, nothing wrong with a bit of nostalgia and compassion, it’s what makes your channel stand out from the rest ... you take care mate ❤👍🎣🎣

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Stephen, that's nice of you to say. I just try and be myself really and often my deep side comes out, hence why I Iike to reminisce a lot. The marks I fish are nothing compared to what they used to be but I still like to fish them as they are special to me. Hope all is good with you mate, enjoy the rest of the weekend! Cheers 👍👍

[@davidrichmond3033]

Always good to see you Gareth.Its like catching up with an old mate.Its been quiet this side of the channel too, (clevedon) but agree, it's just great to get out..Ignore the idiots mate, you are a top guy , and I've learnt a lot from you 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you David, that's nice of you to say. Pleased to hear that you've learnt a bit from the videos, hopefully more to come with a bit of luck. Yeah definitely, I give them none of my time and just block them. Cheers for the continued support mate! 👍👍

[@kevinbufton7136]

Hi Gareth,great to have your fishing videos back! Your honest and candid demeanor is a tonic for us all, just keep doing what you do! Best wishes Kevin

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Kevin, I appreciate that. It certainly is good to be out fishing again, been too long! Hopefully plenty more videos to come, I'm trying to do one a week, I'll get there eventually ha! Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@marksmith725]

Hi Gareth I personally look forward to seeing your video you do a great job, as for your fishing there is nothing wrong with it we all blank and you catch more fish than I do 👍keep up the good work 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Mark, pleased to hear that you look forward to the videos, hopefully more to come with a bit of luck. Ha yes, you're right there, blanking is part of what we do, all good fun though and it's just nice being out there. Cheers for watching, much appreciated! 👍👍

[@neilevans1184]

Happy new year to you, great to see you back out. Glad to hear you ignored all the nay sayers, no place for them , I would say you fish the same way as most of us , and like myself enjoy being out . Please keep these vids coming , your doing a great job , you’ve certainly encouraged me to get back. I know how you feel, I’m lucky enough to still have my dad here , but when my grandfather passed , it broke me, we spent years fishing together. Look forward to seeing the rest of your fishing this year.👍👍👌👌👏👏

[@riversidewithme]

Happy New Year Neil, nice to hear from you again. It's nice to be out fishing again! Definitely, I just enjoy being next to the water, taking it all in, that's what it's all about for me nowadays. I appreciate that it couldn't have been easy when you lost your grandad, given that you fished with him for many years. I bet you have great memories of being together and it's those memories which keep us going. Thank you for the continued support, I'll keep going for now and hopefully plenty more to come. Cheers as always! 👍👍

[@mikedavies8495]

Great to see you back Gareth keep making the film's ,really missed them this last month

[@riversidewithme]

Nice to hear from you again Mike. Apologies for the lack of videos, hopefully plenty more to come now, that's the plan anyway. Cheers for watching, much appreciated! 👍👍

[@scottkenny7661]

Great video and good to see you back mate. Still have my days since my Dad passed, its been 5 months nearly now. Time flies but still having my bad days, no pain like losing your Dad. Felt like you were talking to me watching the video, nearly had me going here lol. All the best Gar, take care mate and look forward to the next one 👍🏻

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Scott, it was great to have my first proper session of the year, the fishing was hard going but I still enjoyed it. I can't believe it's been 5 months since you lost your dad, that's gone so quickly. Yes of course mate, it's still very raw for you, I can appreciate that. You'll get there though, all in good time. Even now, I still have my wobbles, it's perfectly normal. Cheers mate, tight lines for you next session, take it easy! 👍👍

[@scottkenny7661]

@@riversidewithme cheers mate 👍🏻

[@mrskint55]

Nice to see you back,please keep posting videos I enjoy watching them. Tight lines

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, it's nice to be back. Glad you're enjoying the videos, hopefully plenty more to come. Cheers 👍👍

[@paulbendle4905]

Hi Gareth, brilliant video has always, you talking about your dad I lost my dad in 2005 brings back memories for me when we used to fish in the old swansea docks, wooden jetty late 60's early 70's for mullet and swansea west pier good old times loved them days,great channel Gareth keep doing these videos fishing and the nature videos both brilliant keep up the good work.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Paul, appreciated as always. Sounds like you have some great memories of you and your dad fishing together back in the good old days...I bet you had some good fish too! I do enjoy a bit of reminiscing as it keeps those memories alive. Hope all is good with you, more videos to come soon with a bit of luck! Cheers 👍👍

[@paulbendle4905]

@@riversidewithme yes gareth loads of mullet back then, and the old west pier nice whiting in them days not like now

[@riversidewithme]

@@paulbendle4905 Ah yes, I miss the good size whiting. It was the same on the tidal stretch of the River Usk at Newport, 20 a session in Winter and they were crackers.

[@clivenurton2372]

Love watching your videos. Really hit a spot today as I used to go fishing with my uncle who passed away in 1987. Did not take it up again until thirty years later when I retired. You were at one of my two very local marks, the other Cardiff foreshore. Have had mixed results at both and have not fished for a while as I am fair weather and daylight only. I was also laid low by the flu recently. Glad you beat the blank. I have caught plenty of codling that size in February and March. All congers at St Brides the rest of the year, but I have caught a couple of Bass and a Dogfish. Have caught a lot more Dogfish at the Foreshore as well as my first Thornback last summer. Keep the videos coming and all the best.

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks Clive, pleased to hear that you're enjoying the videos, that's good to hear. Yes I can appreciate that it must have been difficult for you when your uncle passed away. I bet you have lots of great memories of when you both fished together. Great that you got back into fishing though and it sounds like you've caught a few fish in fairness, well done on your first Thornback Ray, good stuff! I haven't fished the foreshore for a little while and so I need to get back down there. Hopefully more videos to come soon, cheers for watching 👍👍

[@scotlandforagingandfishing]

Nice to see you out again, Gareth. Great that you feel better, I was not well for the past few days. Yes, the good olden days, I started fishing when I was 7, now I am close to 60, but still enjoy it just the same, the only thing is, there are fewer fish around now. Lovely video as always. Look forward to the next one 👌. Tight lines mate.🎣

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks mate, it's nice to be back fishing again, I've missed it! Sorry to hear you've been unwell, I hope you make a speedy recovery. Yes I know what your mean, fishing is our drug, hence why we keep on doing it, hopefully plenty more fishing years left, would be lost without it. Cheers as always, take it easy! 👍👍

[@markhughes1930]

Fantastic bloke, love the fishing and memory's

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Mark, I appreciate it. I do enjoy a bit of reminiscing, hopefully a lot more to come! Cheers 👍👍

[@snowyman5683]

Great video again Gareth, And we’ll done on saving the blank, Some great opening shots there, but it did look cold 🥶 Tight lines bud 🎣🎣

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks Nigel, it was certainly a cold evening, although it started to get milder just after high water as the cloud rolled in. A tough session but was nice to be out. Hope all is good with you bud, cheers as always 👍👍

[@garyshears1947]

Great video as usual Gareth. Sat with a beer, feet up in front of the wood burner......perfect 😉 Keep it up mate 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Sounds great Gary, a beer in front of the wood burner, doesn't get much better than that! Thank you, hopefully more to come soon! Cheers 👍👍

[@lesglover7016]

Nice to see you back can't wait for the next one, a great give away would be a day fishing with you 😀

[@riversidewithme]

Nice to hear from you again Les. Thank you, it feels good to be out fishing again. Ha, you don't want to spend a day fishing with me, I don't catch enough fish these days 🤣. Cheers as always, much appreciated! 👍👍

[@paulanning6450]

It's good to talk about the old days I was going to text to see if he was OK but now I see you. And you take care to

[@riversidewithme]

Yes it certainly is Paul, I agree with you there, I always enjoy a bit of reminiscing. All good thanks and back out fishing again, thankfully. Cheers as always 👍👍

[@richardphillips7581]

I’m not surprised you have over 4k subs, you’re a genuine, down to earth nice guy. I’m not an angler but I am a Newport boy so enjoy your videos around south wales.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Richard, that's nice of you to say. I just try and be myself really and hope that it comes across ok. More videos to come soon hopefully. Cheers for watching, much appreciated 👍👍

[@kelvin306]

Not commented before but just wanted to say that I really enjoy you videos, keep it up. I live in Kent but my best mate comes from Newport and we’ve fished all around south wales. Thanks for all your efforts.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Kelvin, I appreciate it, pleased to hear you're enjoying the videos. Ah right that's interesting, I've never actually fished down Kent way but I like the look of Dungeness and hopefully I can give it a go one day. Fishing around these parts is a little quiet at the moment but hopefully it will pick up. Cheers for watching! 👍👍

[@pf291263]

Great to see you back really enjoying your video makes my Friday night

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks mate, pleased to hear you're enjoying the videos, hopefully plenty more to come. Cheers for watching! 👍👍

[@carldawson832]

Hi gareth you ok mate , i used to watch the old john wilson all the time aswell. My dad fell off a roof working away when i was 18 gareth. Love the channel all the best from GRIMSBY.

[@riversidewithme]

I'm good thanks Carl, hope you're doing ok. I'm sorry to hear that, couldn't have been easy for you, I appreciate that it would have affected you for a while. Life can be cruel at times Greetings to Grimsby, take it easy mate 👍👍

[@MetalDetectingTheUK]

Great to see you back at it Gareth. Ignore the one or two idiots……..4000+ and rising subscribers disagree with them 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks mate, nice to hear from you again . Yes definitely, I just block them straight away, got no time for them. Hopefully plenty more videos to come, that's the plan anyway! Cheers for the continued support 👍👍

[@davidjubin2168]

Wondered where you'd been Gareth ,glad to see all's ok. Well that's the first session of the year done ,onward and upward as they say ,all the best and keep the vids coming .

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks David, it was nice to be out there again after so long and I enjoyed it, despite the hard fishing. Hopefully plenty more videos to come now, that's the plan. Hope all is good with you, cheers as always 👍👍

[@nigeldean2135]

Nice to see you've recovered ad you're out making videos again. Bonus beating the blank as well. Take care and keep up the good work.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Nigel, it was great to be out again wetting a line. A quiet session but enjoyable all the same, I like it down there. Cheers for watching, much appreciated! 👍👍

[@paulreaney4397]

Gareth, Happy New Year, !!! Love the video, gone but never forgotten, lot's of great memories of your dad, love hearing your stories, take care mate !!!

[@riversidewithme]

Happy New Year Paul, hope all is good with you. I'm pleased to hear that you enjoy the stories, I do enjoy a bit of reminiscing, especially when the fishing is poor ha! Cheers as always, hopefully plenty more to come! Take it easy mate 👍👍

[@geraintdavies4940]

Nice to see you getting back to it nd a fish as well so good for the mental health excellent video

[@riversidewithme]

Nice to hear from you again Geraint. Thank you, it was a difficult session but I still enjoyed it, nice to be out fishing again. Yes definitely, being next to the water with rod in hand is great for mental health. Cheers as always 👍👍

[@user-gi7kh1zy9p]

Yeah missed my Dad taught me everything, used to go on Blackpool Pier fishing in all weathers, not the same now.

[@riversidewithme]

Yes I know what you mean Colin, it certainly isn't the same. I bet you have loads of great memories of you and your Dad fishing together, good times! Cheers 👍

[@michaeldaviddavies4952]

Good news,Gareths back made my evening congrats on 4k mate. Top man,Top fishing,Top vids and a very humble gentleman it is a pleasure to be one of the Riverside Army. Well done or as we say here in Gozo PROSIT.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Michael, I appreciate it mate. It's nice to be out fishing again after so long. Should be more videos to come now. The fishing where I live is a little quiet at the moment but hopefully it will pick up soon. Cheers for the continued support! 👍👍

[@JohnnyLudlow]

I love your video's mate as they are always real, genuine, and honest! I really appreciate that! I remember watching John Wilson back in the day! Yeah, the old days were great! 😊 January is a shit month! Even the fish are depressed!

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Johnny, I appreciate that. I just try and be myself really. I admit that I have a bit of a deep side, hence why I talk about the past a lot, I think I'm still stuck in the past to be honest but that's my comfort zone. Ah yes, the John Wilson laugh, I can hear it now ha! The fish certainly are depressed and they'll be in hiding now until March/April...that'll be my excuse anyway!! I hope you and Rowley haven't been drinking too much! Cheers as always, have a good weekend 👍👍

[@JohnnyLudlow]

@RiversidewithMe No more drinking here, Sir! As a result of our excessive alcohol consumption. Mr Birkin and I now both have terrible flatulence! This has been since we were very, very drunk at the New Year's fireworks display in the village, where I am afraid that one girl was very badly burned and the vicar was bitten by a poisonous monkey!

[@riversidewithme]

@@JohnnyLudlow Well what an eventful fireworks display that was! I hope you and Mr Birkin start to feel better soon, although I think the vicar will be out of action for a while! 👍👍

[@JohnnyLudlow]

@@riversidewithme 😃

[@nebraska39]

Only just found you on the Tube, but cut my teeth fishing with my Dad on the Olway, Pontypool AA water right outside the pub, lobbing a big worm into some of those pools, you never knew what you where going to get, Trout, Dab, Eel, Chub, Dace, Minnow, had some great trout up to 2.5 lbs stuffed full of minnows. Still have some of his kit, glass fibre rod, Mitchell 300 reel, like you miss the old chap. Just keep doing what you are doing, local to me and I guess lots of other Taffs.

[@riversidewithme]

Ah yes, the Olway Brook, what a place to fish. I probably bumped into you as I was always out there fishing in my younger days. I bet you have some great memories of you fishing there with your Dad and those memories will last forever. I appreciate that you miss him, not easy is it. I'm going to do a video on the Olway this year, I know it's not what it was but still a few fish in there. Cheers for watching, hopefully more to come soon 👍👍

[@brianharris4466]

Great to have you back gareth and see your subs growing.Stay strong and please carry on,love the fishing and the chatter it just gets better,

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks Brian, it's nice to be back. A tough session but enjoyable all the same. I'll keep making the videos and hopefully plenty more to come. Hope all is good with you. Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@andyrobins288]

Good to see you back Gareth. You are right it, doesnt matter if we catch or not, as long as we are fishing. Glad you have hit your 4k subs. You well deserve it. Ignore the know it all idiots and the knockers of the channel. Ive fished for 60 years now and i know a lot, but you never stop learning. As i said to you before, my Dad died 20 years ago and i still miss fishing and spending quality time with him. My aunt was married to a Welshman and Dad and i spent many an hour fishing the areas that you fish, so brings back happy memories. Keep up the good work. Until next video 👍👍.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Andy, it was nice to have my first full session of the year, it was long overdue! Yes definitely, I got no time for them, don't want them being part of the channel. Wow, 60 years a fisherman, you could write a book ha! I bet you have some great stories to tell. You're right there, we never stop learning, always something new to try. I'm pleased to hear that the videos are bringing back some nice memories of you and your dad fishing together, good stuff. Cheers as always, much appreciated! 👍👍

[@richardcook7166]

Great to see you back 👍🏻life and work seems to get in the way of fishing 🤷🏻

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Richard, it's nice to be out fishing again. Yes you're right there, busy life ain't it. My aim is to make one video a week but sometimes it's easier said than done. Cheers mate, take it easy 👍👍

[@steveburrows618]

True to your word mate great to have you back

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks Steve, it's nice to be out fishing again after so long, I've missed the sea! Cheers mate, I appreciate the support 👍👍

[@paulmorton]

Haven’t fished for a long time moved to wales just over two years ago I’ve been looking for ideas wheee and how to fish so thank you you help so much I also like how you remember you good times as me and my father used to fish every Sunday when I was young so I do understand how you feel Dad is still with us but very frail so unable to sea fish anymore Again keep doing what you are doing as enjoy it so much THANK YOU

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Paul, I'm pleased that you've been finding the videos useful, good stuff. Sounds like you have some great memories of you and your Dad fishing together, memories which will last a lifetime. Sorry that he's a little frail now and unable to sea fish anymore. Yeah that's it, I do enjoy a bit of reminiscing, I think that keeps me sane, I like talking about the past. Hopefully plenty more videos to come, cheers for watching! 👍👍

[@paulmorton]

@@riversidewithme I know live in Rhoose so your videos help very much and reminiscing is the best so never stop cause I do the same Look forward to the next trip keep up the good work

[@morgandavies8007]

Can’t believe it ! Been waiting so long for a video off you Gareth. Hope your doing well ❤❤

[@riversidewithme]

I'm good thanks Morgan, hope you're doing well mate. It's been way too long, hopefully that won't happen again! Hope you've been managing to wet a line or two! Cheers 👍👍

[@morgandavies8007]

We all understand that you can’t be out filming all day everyday but I wouldn’t be complaining 😂😂

[@riversidewithme]

@@morgandavies8007 🤣🤣👍

[@marksoutham7074]

Great video as always mate ,nice to have you back.................................

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Mark, it's good to be fishing again after so long. A tough session but enjoyable all the same. Cheers for watching, appreciated as always 👍👍

[@williamcox355]

Great watch as usual..had a tear in my eye..Im from Newport and know the marks well. Keep up the great work..billyboy 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you William, much appreciated. A tough session but enjoyable all the same. Ah yes, I often like to reminisce, that's the deeper side of me coming out. Cheers for watching, hopefully more to come! 👍👍

[@williamcox355]

@Riverside with Me keep them coming very enjoable.Also loved the Brixham Breskwater ones.and Carmarthen Estuary.. take care ..

[@riversidewithme]

@@williamcox355 Cheers bud 👍

[@plymouthsteve8162]

Great video as always. I also have the old rod that comes out to save the blank its an old Daiwa Uptide probably 25 years old lol. I like to watch as it is just pure angling without over complications and tackle tarts. Keep them coming bud. My dad used to come with me all the time and now is too unwell it feels weird to go alone as we fished together since I was a little kid. Sure your dad watches you now and is very proud.

[@riversidewithme]

Nice to hear from you again Steve. Thank you, I appreciate it. A tough session but was nice to have my first proper session of the year. I do like to reminisce about Dad, makes me feel a little warmer and as you say, he's hopefully watching over me. Ah sorry to hear that your dad is too unwell to go fishing, I can appreciate that isn't easy for you given that you always went fishing together. Even now three years on, it still feels strange when I'm out fishing because dad isn't there, I get it. Cheers for watching, take it easy mate 👍👍

[@mrniceb8727]

Well deserved 4000 subs u will double that this year loves watching every vid Fair play keep m coming cos it is hard work i grew up watching john wilson that was the only fishing channel back in the day hope ur well.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, your long-term support is appreciated, hopefully plenty more videos to come. Yeah I loved watching John Wilson, I think I've seen every program that he made and still like watching them now. Cheers as always, have a good weekend! 👍👍

[@samuelpyper345]

thanks Gareth, worth the wait.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Samuel. A tough session but I enjoyed it, was good to be out fishing again after so long. Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@rolfkuklinski2094]

Nice to see you again i was wondering where you were not seen you for a while.yes I think everyone has been poorly I went to the beach last Saturday and fell on the rocks been of all week still sore and bruised.another nice video Gareth thanks

[@riversidewithme]

I'm sorry to hear that Rolf, I hope you make a speedy recovery, take it easy. I've had a few nasty falls myself over the years but none quite as bad as yours. Thank you, the fishing was hard going but I still enjoyed it, a pleasant evening. Cheers as always, look after yourself 👍👍

[@edstevens701]

Great video as usual. My favorite fishing channel.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, that's great to hear. Hopefully plenty more to come! Have a good weekend! 👍👍

[@glyncolman8901]

It does not matter, everybody blanks now and again. It's the same at this time of year on the Norfolk coast. One tide you catch fish, next tide you catch nothing. I have not got out due to the fact I have to use public transport to get there and back. So tides have to match the bus timetable. And as the last bus in my area is about 6.30 pm, it can make it difficult. But we keep plodding on, when we can. As for filming I have never done it, so I cannot comment. Just keep putting these videos together, as they will get easier to make over time.

[@riversidewithme]

Yes you're right there Glyn, it's hard work at the moment but every tide is different as you say. Shame you can't get out as often as you'd like, I can appreciate that can be a little frustrating for you at times, hope you get a session in soon. Yeah I'll keep going with the filming for now and hopefully there will be plenty more videos to come! Cheers as always, take it easy 👍👍

[@glyncolman8901]

@@riversidewithme I was just thinking what about the body cams cyclists wear. Alongside your other cams. At least that would leave your hands free.

[@riversidewithme]

Yeah I've thought about using one of those but it's not really my thing as I like to keep the camera still. Thanks anyway 👍

[@spencerchurchyard7755]

Great video as ever. Not the greatest time of year for fishing. I know you work hard & play hard Gareth, but just watch your health. Sometimes a break does us all good!!.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Spencer, nice to hear from you again. Yeah it's a tough time of the year on the Channel, that lull period seems to be kicking in but hopefully a few fish will show up. I agree, we all definitely need a break from time to time. Cheers as always, enjoy the weekend! 👍👍

[@andyhawkes3335]

I’m very lucky still got my dad he is 92 great video as usual gareth

[@riversidewithme]

92, that's a great age Andy, hats off to your dad. Thank you, a tough session but enjoyable all the same. Cheers for watching! 👍👍

[@seanbowers9269]

Your such a top bloke!! Nearly had me welling up on this one too. I just love your videos. So calm. Relaxing. Catch or no catch. Would love to meet you next time your down in brixham. I’m only in Plymouth. Keep up the class work mate. I absolutely love you and the videos

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you for the kind words Sean, I appreciate it. I just try and be myself really and hopefully it comes across ok. The marks I fish are not as productive as they once were which is why I put more of an emphasis on the watch and not the fish. Ah right that's interesting, not far from Brixham then, seems to be some great fishing spots in Plymouth, I need to try some of them out. Cheers for the continued support mate, take it easy! 👍👍

[@seanbowers9269]

@@riversidewithme I’ll be supporting your fantastic page and videos as long as you keep doing them mate

[@riversidewithme]

@@seanbowers9269 Cheers Sean, nice one! 👍👍

[@paulbryant6950]

Hi Gareth, another nice video buddy. A venue you might like to try this time of year is up by the old severn bridge. Locally known as "Loop road". Easy access and fishing off a grass bank. Over the years I've had some cracking Cod and good congers at this venue. As with most of the area, you never know what you'll catch with just a short cast out.

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks Paul, appreciated as always. A tough session but it was nice to be out having my first session of the year. Thanks for the info, I will definitely look it up as I want to fish some new marks this year. I have fished some of the Severn bridge marks in the past but Loop Road doesn't ring any bells and so will check it out...fishing off a grass bank sounds good to me! Cheers 👍👍

[@maddog7480]

Congrats! on 4k subs mate, love the Channel. Great vid as always, Looking forward to the next one 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks mate, I appreciate it. Pleased to hear you're enjoying the videos. Hopefully plenty more to come with a bit of luck. Cheers for watching! 👍👍

[@roymorgan1131]

Thank you Gareth very inspirational as usual.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Roy. I enjoy fishing at St Brides, an old favourite of mine. Lots of good memories from over the years! Cheers 👍👍

[@rodneypesticcio2169]

Great to see out again, I lost my dad 3 years ago and my mother 4 months ago. Even at 63 it no easier!! Our routine was fish Friday using fish I’d caught. Now it’s all stopped it took the edge off fishing. However I’m going to carry on the tradition with my adult children and grandchildren etc. I can’t complain as both my parents lived into their late eighties. Thanks for the encouragement to keep it going. I always look forward to your videos there more than just fishing videos there feel good. It’s also a pleasure knowing the marks you fish giving advice and new ideas to try. Regards Rod

[@riversidewithme]

Hi Rod, nice to hear from you again. I'm sorry to hear that, can't be easy for you having lost your mother only 4 months ago. Late eighties for both parents, that's good going! Yeah why not, keeping that tradition going with your children and grandchildren is a great idea, fish Friday sounds like good fun! Thank you, I'm pleased to hear that you're enjoying the videos, hopefully plenty more to come, that's the plan anyway. I want to try and make one video a week, will try and achieve that this year. Cheers for the continued support, much appreciated 👍👍

[@leetaylor759]

I lost my uncle about 25 years ago he took me fishing a lot He caught a 20 lb cod off the wall at magor biggest I’ve ever heard of there and sadly passed away a few weeks later My auntie gave me his old Coleman lamp I went out fishing one night in the same spot dead quiet was about to pack up then bang a 10 pound then a 8 pound cod in 2 casts he was looking down on me that night I’m sure of it

[@riversidewithme]

Hi Lee, sounds like you have some great memories of being out fishing with your uncle. Two cracking Cod in two casts, I think he was definitely looking down on you that night. I thought the same when I made my Sole video last year...filmed that on father's Day and didn't have a bite for hours and then two cracking sole in two casts, it did make me wonder if dad had a part to play in that. Cheers as always, take it easy! 👍👍

[@jon6343]

Thanks

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you once again Jon, your generosity is very much appreciated! Cheers 👍👍

[@chriscooper7620]

Nice one Gareth Good to see you back fishing 🎣

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks Chris, nice to hear from you again, hope you've been managing to get a session or two in! Cheers 👍👍

[@chriscooper7620]

@@riversidewithme yeah we not long got back from the knap we didn't catch or see anyone have anything but it was nice to be out

[@denniswilliams9615]

Well done Gareth what a cod saver lol. Please, please don't give up your videos, 5000 people must be right. Your videos are entertaining, especially for me as I can't get out fishing very often.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Dennis, that's nice of you to say. I'll keep going for now and hopefully plenty more videos to come. I hope you manage to get out fishing soon, that would be great. Have a good weekend 👍👍

[@kingfishercobra5497]

Keep going very relaxing

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you. I try my best to make a relaxing watch, I guess that's my priority when it comes to making the videos. Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@welshfisher8692]

Emotional and sincere you wear your heart on your sleeve and you caught a codling.

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks mate, I guess I do. Just try and be myself really, my deep side often comes out. Cheers for watching, have a good weekend! 👍👍