Sea Fishing at Lavernock - Busy Busy!

Sea Fishing at Lavernock, in-between Penarth and Barry on the Bristol Channel. Having not had a session for a little while, I was itching to get out again, and as there was a small neap tide with some decent weather, my spot was chosen. When it comes to South Wales Sea Fishing and picturesque marks, this place is right up there. Being next to the Ranny, it can be a notable Cod Fishing area during the Winter months and some nice Bass can often be caught, along with big Conger Eel, Rockling and more!
Thank you for watching, it is very much appreciated!
Gareth
#riversidewithme

[@IdrisHood]

Yet another brilliant film keep doing what you are doing Gareth

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Idris, I appreciate the support. Finding time is my biggest problem when it comes to making films but I'll keep trying. Cheers for watching, take it easy 👍👍

[@user-fw6lk8rf2o]

Nice one fella at it again doing your magic

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you David. It was a nice day out at a lovely mark, I couldn't really complain. Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@robertboots281]

Cracking video Gareth, you were smiling and I was smiling throughout especially as the fish know when you talking to the camera and those rods bounce 😂. Memories of our dads are precious especially when we share with others who can appreciate or relate to them. Keep safe and well fella 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Robert, appreciated as always. Haha yes, those Congers were out there in big numbers that day, pretty much a bite a cast. Lovely part of the world is Lavernock, always nice to spend a few hours down there. Yes you're right, they certainly are precious, hence why I enjoy a bit of reminiscing! Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@billybrown2294]

Love the honesty of this channel 👍👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Billy, I appreciate it. Hopefully more to come with a bit of luck. Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@christravis3270]

Great video mate, really enjoyed it all. Thank you for making it 👍🏻

[@riversidewithme]

You're welcome Chris, pleased to hear that you enjoyed it. It was an enjoyable day out at a lovely mark, I couldn't really complain. Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@philipford271]

What a brilliant video Gareth, Total entertainment , had me chuckling most of the way through, Rod going while in mid sentence , bet someone else was looking down and having a chuckle as well, look forward to the next one, have a good weekend , all the best, cheers.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Philip, glad you enjoyed it. Yes those Congers were playing games with me all day ha, they were everywhere! An enjoyable day out though, Lavernock is a lovely place, I always enjoy fishing there. I'm sure Dad was laughing at all of my missed fish! Hope all is well, take care 👍👍

[@kevmcgrath9109]

Great video as usual Gareth very well put together good venue as well as good memories well done👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Kev, appreciated as always. Lovely mark is Lavernock and it never gets too busy either. A nice day out and the Congers kept me on my toes ha! Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@davidholman4161]

I can honestly say that "Riverside with me" is my favourite fishing video on KZbin and something I look forward to watching each week. Its more than fishing. I enjoy the scenery and the nature. The video is both relaxing and informative. Keep up the good work.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you David, that's nice of you to say, I appreciate it. I do my very best to make a relaxing watch, hence why I put a big emphasis on the scenery/surroundings etc. For me nowadays it's just nice spending a few hours next to the water and any fish which turn up are a bonus. Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@boatfishingscottyano]

Another brilliant video fair play a very busy session looking forward to the next one thanks

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you bud, appreciated as always. It was a nice day out in fairness, lovely place is Lavernock, especially when the weather is good. Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@manninghr1]

Gareth I so love getting a notification of a new video form you. GREAT WORK. 💞

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Jason, I appreciate that. I don't actually like watching my videos but I'm pleased you do. Cheers as always, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@nathandavies6857]

Another brilliant video again gareth mate well done..you managed to catch great scenery and you got some nice conga on camera.. keep up the good work mate i thoroughly look forward to watching your next video

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Nathan, appreciated as always mate. It was certainly an enjoyable day out in fairness. The sunrise was awesome when I arrived and it was a pleasure being there. The Congers were everywhere but I didn't mind, at least they kept me on my toes ha! Hope all is good with you, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@sebastianmellor9518]

Keep up the good work Gareth and appreciate the effort that goes into the videos 👍 tight lines

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Sebastian, I appreciate it. I'll keep plugging away for now and hopefully more to come. Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@michaelfewster]

Hi Gareth what an amazing video great scenery glad to see you enjoying yourself your videos are always great to watch & so relaxing & make me want to get out there like your dear old dad I also like mackerel thanks Gareth

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you for the donation Michael, very much appreciated. I shall put that towards a new camera which I hope to purchase later this year. I'm pleased to hear that you enjoyed the video. Lavernock is a lovely place, particularly when the weather is good, something unique about it and I'm looking forward to going back in the Autumn. Mackerel is a great bait isn't it, I always have some with me! Have a great weekend 👍👍

[@jeffcole5708]

Kept on shouting at the screen with bites on the right hand rod when you were talking to us mid 4min mark. Nice session, can't complain with nice conditions and being able to wear a tee-shirt. Pristine looking fish, often called you the conger man. Great vid as usual.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Jeff. Yes I missed quite a few bites that day, talking too much ha! It certainly was a beautiful morning, lovely sunrise when I arrived, couldn't complain. I couldn't get through the Congers but it was still enjoyable, they kept me busy anyway! Hope all is good with you, cheers for watching 👍👍

[@michaelfewster]

Hi Gareth what an amazing video you go to amazing spots what a great days fishing glad to see you enjoying yourself yet another amazing and beautiful relaxing video with great music always look forward to seeing your videos ps I also like fishing with mackerel thanks Gareth

[@snowyman5683]

Another great watch Gareth, fish from the off pal lol, those small congers certainly kept you on your toes 😂 Looks a really nice mark that would probably throw up quite a few different species, Thanks for sharing with us all All the best mate 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Nigel. Yes it's a lovely mark in fairness and a number of species can turn up, should be some nice Codling there come the Autumn, it does throw up some nice Bass too! The Congers were in huge numbers during this session and it was impossible to get through them, all good fun though ha! Hope all is good with you mate, take care 👍👍

[@albertcross4275]

Great session, well done you...... Your vlogs are special to many people.. Thank you.. 😊🇫🇷💖

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Albert, appreciated as always. It was an enjoyable day out in fairness, the impressive sunrise was a good start to the session. Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@mrskint55]

Great to see you back again with more great content. Well done maté keep up the good work.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, appreciated as always. It was an enjoyable day in fairness, a nice sunrise and the Congers kept me busy ha! Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@Shaunatwales66]

I like the fact you fish to clear your mind, I’m the same, I don’t care if I blank, I’m an army veteran I suffer with ptsd and fishing and alone time clears my head, thanks for the vids mate, Shaun also south wales 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Ah yes, I can see why you find fishing beneficial. Just nice being next to the water isn't it, any fish that turn up are a bonus. Such a potent form of therapy, hopefully we'll be wetting a line for many years to come 👍

[@tafflaff]

🎵🎶🎵 Let's all do the conger let's all do the conger da da da da, da da da da 🎵🎶🎵 Cracking video Gareth, really enjoyed it, keep up the Dad stories fella I love them. They also help me to reminisce about my Dad who passed away the time as yours. Your videos are part of my mindfulness routine now. They work, they really do, a lovely mix of peaceful views, relaxing fishing, thoughtful stares and missing fish bites 😉

[@riversidewithme]

Yes, let's all do the Conger indeed ha!! The little rascals, the water was black with them, all good fun though and they kept me busy! Thank you, I always try my best to make a relaxing watch and I always enjoy reminiscing about Dad as people like yourself can relate to the stories, as you've lost yours too. No doubt there's plenty more missed fish to come, that's a cert! Cheers Rob, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@andrewswift9202]

I better your dad would be over the moon with these videos you do mate , keep em coming pal 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Andrew, nice of you to say. I'll keep plugging away for now and hopefully more to come with a bit of luck, I need to find more time ha! Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@paulweare9569]

Another fantastic video Gareth, thank you so much.

[@riversidewithme]

You're welcome Paul. Lovely place is Lavernock, especially when there's a good sunrise. Thank you for watching 👍👍

[@mariaefelices6543]

Lavernock was a holiday site in the sixties caravan site club house ,alas no more ,tight lines gareth , fishing is totally mind relaxing and you help with your conversations ,fantastic stuff

[@riversidewithme]

Ah right, interesting, I bet it was a popular place. Yes I agree with you bud, great for the mind isn't it. I'd be lost without fishing, it's always been my number 1 hobby and hopefully I've got a few years left in me yet. Thank you for you watching, take care 👍👍

[@mattcoates3243]

Well done Gareth, a great productive session. Good to see you enjoying yourself. Seems to be plenty of eels about in the Bristol drink. I fished the river towy at llansteffan yesterday. Lost a good bass on the bank and landed a schoolie. Hopefully the fishing will perk up. Enjoy what’s left of your weekend. See you on the next journey 👍🎣🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@riversidewithme]

Thanks Matt, I just couldn't get through those Congers, the seabed must have been carpeted with them, all good fun though. Unlucky on the lost Bass, gutting isn't it when they come off on the bank, that's happened to me many times. Lovely place Llansteffan, I can see why you like it down there. I'm hoping to hit the Taff Estuary before the end of September, this spot is just up from Llansteffan with Bass and Flounder being the two main species. Cheers mate, you too...take care 👍👍

[@user-fl1rn6qv8c]

Great video Gareth. Watching your video's make me want to go myself. Can't wait for the next one. Thanks mate.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Paul, I'm pleased to hear that. Lovely place is Lavernock, just a pleasure being there, especially when the sun is rising. Cheers for watching, I appreciate it 👍👍

[@andrewhaden7822]

Every now and again things just click,cracking video 😊

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Andrew. Those Congers were in huge numbers that day, must have been everywhere ha! I enjoyed it though, the rod tips didn't stop bouncing. Cheers as always, take it easy 👍👍

[@motorsnutts6594]

What a lovely mark Gareth, nice chilled out busy one then 🤣,made for quite a productive session. appreciate your efforts mate 🎣👍🏼

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate. Yes it's a beautiful place in fairness and when the weather is good, it's a pleasure being there. Ha yes those Congers were about in big numbers, they were playing games with me all day, good fun though. Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@davidwilliams4830]

Adore the still photography as much as your video’s, you always set the scene beautifully. My nephew can’t manage my 4+bait, but! Little fella& his sister love pond fishing 👍 My Dad taught me, to fish, I’m doing my best on my “right hand rod “ to teach them. Family knowledge =fun family times Gareth Thank you for the content you put out, I truly enjoy it. Really reminds me of fishing @ Mostyn, up here on the Dee when we fished a hole/ scour for conger. We only got one if we drifted a light lead in an arc to the rock bank by our feet. For the conger it was top draw, silted up a lot since then😢 Once again, cracking content and please keep the nature/ natural aspect.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you David, appreciated as always. I'm pleased to hear that you're enjoying the content, I always try my best to capture the scenery and beauty of the marks I fish. My videos only do well when there's fish to show and that's a shame as there's much more to fishing than catching fish. Yes definitely, fishing is a family affair and it's great that you take your niece and nephew out...I think fishing can teach kids so much about natural history etc, it's a beneficial learning curve. I need to fish some of the North Wales marks such as Mostyn etc, finding time is my biggest issue but I'll get up there one day. Hope all is good with you, cheers for watching 👍👍

[@richiethespark]

The straps were out in Biblical proportions by the seems of it Gareth. Nice to see the rods bouncing and plenty of fish caught. Thanks for sharing fella.

[@riversidewithme]

Haha they certainly were Richie. I'm pretty sure there were a few Bass out there but they had absolutely no chance of getting to the bait first! I'm going to fish the exact same spot during the Autumn/Winter as I reckon there could be a Codling about as there's lots of food in amongst the weed and rock. Cheers as always, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@PhilipOrd-ch3jn]

Well done on a great pb and a lovely sunny day also good for your well-being 😊

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Philip, much appreciated. Yes it was a great day all round, the weather behaved and it was good to see the chunky Conger. Cheers for watching 👍

[@elektrenai219]

Lovely stuff as always Gareth.Nice music and super photography

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, much appreciated. It was an enjoyable day in fairness, Laverock is a lovely place, always a pleasure spending a few hours there. Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@steverees-el6jf]

Gareth the conger king. Fantastic video again Gareth brilliant content love your stories about you and your dad. The first video I look for on KZbin keep it up.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Steve, I appreciate it. Haha the Conger King...they do seem to be following me around at the moment! Pleased to hear that you like the stories about Dad, I do enjoy a bit of reminiscing. Cheers for watching, have a good weekend 👍👍

[@stephenwilkinson4214]

Cheers Gareth, well done mate, those Congers certainly kept you busy, a cracking days sport, like you say Congers are not everyone’s cup of tea but a fish is fish and Congers can certainly put a bend in your rod and that’s what it’s all about. Thanks Gareth hope you’re keeping well, till next time mate take care 👍🎣🎣

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Stephen. Yes it was another enjoyable session at a lovely mark. Laverock is unique and when the sun is shining on that cliff face, it's stunning. Ha yes, the Congers were on the feed that day, they were hitting the baits within minutes but as you say, a fish is a fish and it's just nice to see the rod tips bouncing. These days, I'm happy to catch anything. Hope you're well mate, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@fattogreatnessweightloss3540]

Awesome as always mate. we appreciate you dropping videos. when i was a kid (32 now) there wasn't much on tv. and what was, was all freshwater fishing with the odd sea thrown in so i was starved of this type of content. im always thankful for the likes of you, Mr Booker, Ta fushing, wayne hand etc! keep up the great work mate.

[@garethhawkins4710]

Yes, so many post on Friday evenings it takes a while to get through them all. I watch Dean and Wayne too.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you bud, appreciated as always. I guess I'm just an average angler but I do my best to make a chilled out watch and every now and then I catch a fish ha! I like this particular mark, always looks appealing and I'm looking forward to go back in the Autumn to see if there's any Cod about. Cheers for watching, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@mtadave6702]

I think that eel owes you 100 lines Gareth 😂👍👌

[@riversidewithme]

Yes definitely and in fairness, the lines were completed by the end of the session. Very neat handwriting too! Cheers for watching, much appreciated 👍👍

[@mtadave6702]

@@riversidewithme 😂 nice one 👍😂

[@waynehancock3603]

Another great watch . I really look forward to your posts, always great to sit and just take it all in . Thanks Gareth 🐟🐟🐟

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Wayne. This is a lovely mark and when the weather is calm, it's a special place to be. Hope all is good with you, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@grahamedwards2832]

Another great video Gareth, relaxing & entertaining - and I loved the “I see no ships” pose at around 14 minutes 👍🎣

[@riversidewithme]

Haha thanks Graham, no ships to be seen that day unfortunately! A nice session at a lovely mark, I love Lavernock. I couldn't get through the Congers but all good fun! Cheers as always, take care 👍👍

[@williamcox355]

Top flounders Congers😂 A Nd Whiting Mark.. loved the video GAreth

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you William. Ha yes, the small Congers certainly kept me busy that day, they were out in force! Cheers for watching 👍

[@ianjames8794]

🎵Do-do-do. Come on and do the conger🎵. Cracking session Gareth. 🎣

[@riversidewithme]

Indeed Ian ha! I think there were a few Bass out there but they had no chance of getting to the baits before the Congers! All good fun though, all good fun. Cheers for watching, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@neilparry6923]

Absolutely brilliant hearing your stories with your dad Gareth, unfortunately my dad passed away when i was young, im glad you cherish your memories with him, you seem a genuine and pleasant chao, keep up the good work mate 👌

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Neil, I appreciate that. I must admit that I do enjoy a bit of reminiscing as I like to keep those memories of Dad alive, I guess I'm quite deep in that respect. I'm sorry to hear that your Dad passed away when you were young, that couldn't have been easy for you. No doubt he's watching over you. Have a good weekend 👍👍

[@steveburrows618]

Just become a member Gareth great content always look forward to seeing you do your thing

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Steve, I appreciate that. I'll hopefully be out filming this week as I have a couple of days off work. Cheers for the support 👍👍

[@leightongroves1509]

Gareth you certainly hit the mark with this one 👍 beautiful place plus you always capture our lovely coast line I'm surprised the Welsh tourists board hasn't been in touch you have a gift my friend

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Leighton, appreciated as always. Lavernock is certainly a lovely place and it will take some beating when the sun is shining on that cliff face. I'll be going back in the Autumn as there should be a few Codling down there. Cheers for watching, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@TonyLewis-nb5mw]

Great video and a good session. Well done.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Tony, much appreciated. It was an enjoyable day out in fairness, I couldn't grumble. Enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@richardparkhouse9571]

always make me smile your so natural it is virtually like going fishing with the boys 😊

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Richard, I'm pleased to hear that. I guess I'm just a normal down to earth angler and hopefully that comes across on the videos. Hope all is well, take it easy 👍👍

[@richardparkhouse9571]

i just enjoy your videos brawd your format , content and video quality is brilliant always top notch

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you. I'll keep plugging away for now and hopefully more videos to come.

[@darrenwilliams8162]

Well done on another great session and film butty bloody brill as always 👍

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Darren, much appreciated. Lovely place is Lavernock and it's always a pleasure being there. Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@gordoncarass2360]

That was a hectic little session Gareth. I could see the rods bouncing away behind you while you were talking to the camera. I was willing you to turn round at various stages in the video or I might just have to intervene! Loved it and looking forward to the next.

[@riversidewithme]

Haha yes, I could see the rod tips bouncing when I watched the video back, I hope they weren't decent Bass that I missed! A nice session at a lovely mark, special place is Lavernock and I always enjoy being there, especially when there's a good sunrise. Thank you Gordon, appreciated as always. Take care 👍👍

[@badvalleycrow5291]

Another great video Gareth. It brought back a load of memories as my uncle and aunt had a chalet there.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, I appreciate it and I'm pleased that the video brought back some good memories for you! A lovely spot to have a chalet, a beautiful part of the world. Enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@andrewjones956]

great session garath mate pleanty caught mate well done passing the 5000 mark as well mate see people love your vidios mate looking forward to the next vidio mate big well done

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Andrew, appreciated as always mate, hope you've been getting a few sessions in of late! This was an enjoyable session in fairness, decent bit of weather early on and the Congers were on good form ha! Have a good weekend, tight lines 👍👍

[@robcollier6450]

Well done Gareth great video, really enjoyable and relaxing Friday night viewing, great mark and loads of congers a great session, I always smile when you mention your dad and it brings back memories for me. Looking forward to the next one enjoy the rest of the weekend, all the best.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Rob, I'm pleased to hear that you enjoyed the video and it's great that it brought back some good memories for you. Lovely spot is Lavernock, quite mysterious too as anything can turn up on the day. The Congers were out in force and it was impossible to get through them, all good fun though ha! Will hopefully be some Codling there come the Autumn. Thank you, hope you have a good one too...cheers 👍👍

[@neilsmith7547]

WOWWWWWWW...... what a great session Gareth. Absolutely beautiful footage of the scenery there mate. Best shore fishing channel on KZbin. Great start with those congers mate but I knew you wanted a big bass . Can't wait for the next one Gareth 😊

[@riversidewithme]

Ah thank you Neil, that's nice of you to say, I appreciate it. I don't think my channel is the best but there we are. Haha yes, I was hoping to get something different but the water was black with Congers and they were onto the bait immediately, the little rascals haha! A great spot though and I have a feeling that a few Codling will make an appearance down there come the Autumn. Cheers as always, have a good weekend 👍👍

[@dougfrazer1377]

You needed eyes in the back of your head for that trip 😂. Great video as always.

[@riversidewithme]

Haha I certainly did Doug, those Congers were everywhere! Thank you, it was a nice day out at a lovely mark. Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@petereggleton2519]

Good session ger love ur videos keep them coming Gareth the conger king😅

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Peter, I'm pleased that you're enjoying the videos. Haha yes, I do seem to be catching a lot of Congers at the moment, they are following me around! Cheers as always, take care 👍👍

[@patriciamorgan8909]

Great video as usual Gareth. Good mornings fishing. Hope that fish did his 100 lines. You do make me smile! By the way! Loved your entrance on to the beach in the beginning. Very entertaining, loved it! 🤗

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Patricia. Yes he did his lines in fairness, although I did hear that he reoffended two days ago, not good ha! Yes Laverock is a lovely place, just nice being there, especially when the sun is coming up as the light bounces off the cliff face. Hope all is well, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@shaunjones6049]

Thank you for sharing your fishing 👍 I always look forward to your channel postings . Love the story about your dad catching short and beating the guys with all the gear 👍 l fished a match on a lake when a pleasure angler turned up and asked could he pleasure fish the end peg of match. He had a cheap rod and his fishing kit was in a Tesco bag, some of the match guys scoffed at him and his kit . Ha ha 😆 look at his kit let him fish he won’t catch anything anyway. Well the match started,and it was a grueler hardly any thing caught. Except for the guy pleasure fishing 😀who just couldn’t go wrong 👍fish a chuck , carp tench, bream one after another 😀 while the rest of the lake struggled. Slowly the moaning started, who let him fish, ? shouldn’t be allowed, after 4hrs of none stop catching and trebling the weight of the nearest match man , the guy packs up his Tesco bag and heads for home. As he walked past me I said, 🤔not leaving already are you? 🤔You were bagging up!! 🤔 In a loud voice so everyone could hear he said Yes my Work here is done ! ,!😀 Talk about rubbing it in 😆 It was class👍

[@riversidewithme]

Haha very good Shaun, I enjoyed reading this story 😂. You gotta love it when something like that happens as it just goes to show that it's not all about the expensive tackle and the fish don't really care how much the rod cost! Almost every time I fish St Brides at Newport there's a bloke down there and he's an absolute nuisance...tells me that I'm using all the wrong gear an that I'm casting wrong etc...you gotta love it! Cheers 👍👍

[@garyhawkshaw4513]

Another great video, as I've said before so chilled a calming, you have a nack of making seem as if you're there and talking to you personally ,thanks buddy

[@riversidewithme]

You're welcome Gary, I'm pleased that you find the videos relaxing. It was a nice day out in fairness, light winds and a cracking sunrise, that was a good start to the session. Cheers for watching, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@paulanning6450]

Thank you for the video Gary 📹 have a good weekend

[@riversidewithme]

You're welcome Paul. Lovely mark is Lavernock, something unique about it. Thank you, hope you have a good one too! 👍👍

[@christopherbroad]

A cracking video as usual mate conger city but they kept you busy. Can't wait for the next one, take care Gareth and tight lines.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Christopher, appreciated as always. Ha yes, the Congers were out in force that day, they were hitting the baits straight away, kept me busy though as you say. Cheers for watching, take it easy 👍👍

[@j.g.routley2442]

Another top job Gareth!!! Always look forward to your latest episode & you never fail to entertain us buddy......Haven't been to Lavernock for probably 20yrs!!! Some cracking action & it certainly kept you busy.....I know people moan about congers or doggies taking the baits but as you said, you can only catch what's in front of you!!....Job well done, as my Grandad used to say!! Anyways, breakfast finished, back to harvesting!!....Look forward to the next one mate!!....All the best, Jon.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Jon, appreciated as always. Yes it's a lovely spot is Lavernock, something unique about the place and when the weather is good, it's spot on. There must have been thousands of Congers out there that day and no other species could have got to the bait ha! All good fun though and it's always nice to see the rod tips bouncing, better than blanking! I'm looking forward to going back in the Autumn, there could be Codling about then but anything will do! Good luck with the harvesting and enjoy the weekend. Cheers 👍👍

[@roywesley8254]

Loved the program again well done sir

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Roy, appreciated as always. I'm looking forward to fishing this spot again in the Autumn. Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@themuddypuddleangler653]

well played Gareth, cracking entertainment and video footage butty.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Paul. The Congers were out in for that day ha, all good fun though and a nice day out. Cheers as always, take care 👍👍

[@scottkenny7661]

Great video as ever mate. Those rods were going mad lol, can’t believe how many eels you caught. Dont think ive hear of anybody catching that many in a sesh. All fun though. Every time you’d start talking they’d start biting 😂 take care Gareth, roll on the next one 👍🏻🎣🎣

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Scott. Haha yes, there must have been thousands of Congers out there, they were hitting the bait as soon as it landed. No doubt there were other species out there too but they had no chance of getting to the bait first! All good fun though as you say, it's always nice to get a few bites. I have a sneaky feeling that this spot will fish well for the Cod come the Autumn, it does look very Coddy! Hope all is good with you mate, enjoy the weekend...tight lines! 👍👍

[@scottkenny7661]

@@riversidewithme ive fished there a few times in the winter for cod, it can be really productive. That was up the ranny end. Ill show you a picture via email in a bit

[@riversidewithme]

Ah yes, I love the Ranny end. Ok no probs, I'll look out for the picture.

[@frederickpritchard994]

Busy venue there, bud. Good video Gareth.

[@riversidewithme]

@frederickpritchard994 Thank you Frederick. I'll hopefully be back down there soon, see if there's any Bass about. Cheers 👍

[@simonphillips9098]

GREAT VID AGAIN G CAUGHT MY PB BASS THERE ALL THE BEST SIMON

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Simon, much appreciated. Nice, well done on getting your PB Bass at this venue. It looked really Bassy the day I was there but it wasn't to be, may be next time. Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@nikgrimmett8736]

Hi gar, nice fish mate I would have said that fish was a little over 20lb but still a lovely fish, my best from the shore was a tad bigger at 53-2 in 1991 nice vid thanks for making the effort I love watching, cheers Nik,Portland..

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Nik. Yes it was a nice chunk and I was pleased to see it on the bank! Wow, that's a cracking Conger from the shore, well done...you don't see many of those! I love catching congers, they've always been a part of my fishing life. Cheers as always, enjoy the weekend 👍

[@niuniu778]

For me, your videos encapsulate what fishing is all about; it transcends merely the catching of fish The piano scores that accompany your videos send me back to my teenage years, at a time when I went fishing alone but unfortunately, I never had anyone to show me how to fish. I enjoy the stories that you share with us of the time you had together fishing with your dad, he'll be proud of you for sure! The opening lyrics to 'The Who' song, 'Bellboy', always strike a chord with me.... "A beach is a place where a man can feel he's the only soul in the world that's real".

[@riversidewithme]

Ah thank you, that's nice of you to say and I appreciate it. I try my best to capture the full experience of my fishing trips, hence why I put a large emphasis on the scenery/surroundings etc. For me nowadays, it's just nice being out there, spending a few hours next to the water. It's a shame that you never had anyone to show you how to fish, I guess I was lucky that Dad taught me and this is why I like to reminisce as I like to keep those memories alive. I don't think I've listened to that song before but I will definitely check it out as those lyrics are very apt! Cheers as always, have a good weekend 👍👍

[@tonyl2831]

‘Be more Gareth’ …that’s my son and I’s mantra. When we are on a fishing session that is going wrong (wading out to cast & falling over, tripod falling over, bail arm flipping over when casting 🤦🏻‍♂️) …we say ‘be more Gareth’ and the frustration and steam building up between the ear turns to laughter & calm. I even sometimes try to impersonate your calm nature (although my Welsh accent would probably offend the entire population of Wales 🤦🏻‍♂️) …but it works! ”I’m enjoying this” should be your catch phrase. Anyway, got to go, me & my lad have an appointment with a high tide early in the morning.

[@riversidewithme]

Haha, you don't want to be more like me Tony, you'll catch less fish! Yes fishing can be frustrating at times, especially when trying to battle the flooding tide, trying to do three things at once. It can be even worse when filming but I do my best to remain calm, although that's not always easy ha! I've lost count of the amount of times my camera tripod has fallen over at an important moment! I hope you and your boy are having a good session this morning. Cheers for watching, tight lines! 👍👍

[@SOMERSETBEACHFISHINGtony]

hi gareth hope your all well mate. great video as normal chap had me smileing all through . just watched this one before i head out for a mad session , take care gareth see you soon mate

[@riversidewithme]

I'm good thanks Tone, hope you are too. Haha yes, the Congers were everywhere, the water must have been black with them! Nice, I hope you have a good session, no don't you'll get a few! I might have a dabble tomorrow if I can get my work done. Tight lines mate, enjoy 👍👍

[@benjoma1]

Another awesome video Gareth, from Mullet master to Conger king we love them all,Lee the videos coming and the stories of dad love them mate 🎣🎣 getting out on Tuesday evening down Barry probably so fingers compressed for a ray or 2🤞🏻or even a hound

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Marc, appreciated as always. I like Lavernock, beautiful spot in fairness. It was impossible to get through the Congers but at least they kept me busy. I'll be back down there in the Autumn, there will hopefully be a few Cod about then. Good luck down Barry tomorrow, hope you catch a few! Cheers and tight lines 👍👍

[@benjoma1]

Managed to get out and here on the knap, small strap conger so far but really quiet mate

[@riversidewithme]

@@benjoma1 Hopefully you've had something else by now but if not, I guess there's always next time. Just nice being out ain't it 👍

[@benjoma1]

Nope that’s it 3 up 2 down and just a conger and only other fish on beach were 2 small spotted rays and 150 mtrs to my left towards the point as I was down informer of toilets

[@riversidewithme]

@@benjoma1 Sounded like it was one of those evenings. Hopefully better to come 👍

[@mickc377]

spot on gareth

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Mick. It was an enjoyable day out in fairness and I'm looking forward to going back in the Autumn. Enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@TessTickles00]

Just watched the video mate, brilliant content as usual. The close ups of the nature around you sets your fishing videos apart from the rest. Evocative, inspiring, and so obvious of the amount of work you put in. You should be proud of what you put on KZbin mate, the work involved is apparent and I think certainly appreciated. Your personality is pure and it is so obvious that you wish the old man was with you today, and tomorrow. I know the empty feeling as well mate. Anyway, well done as the eel catcher extraordinaire, your only mistake in not catching a massive bass was your decision to not use my favourite fish catching system, the cheapy old boat rod, it surely deserves a spot in every video. Keep fishing mate, keep keeping us entertained and don't forget the rod that that made you famous pal 😂

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Steve, appreciated as always. Lovely place is Laverock and the sunrise was impressive when I arrived. Was just nice being there, especially as I had it to myself. Couldn't get through the Congers but I guess that's how it goes, all good fun though and I'll be back down there mid autumn, will hopefully be a few Codling about then. Yes no doubt the cheapy old boat rod would have done the trick, it usually rescues me in fairness, often the blank saver. Not sure where I'll be next, will have a think over the weekend. Cheers for watching, take care 👍👍

[@scotlandforagingandfishing]

Epic conger session, kept you on your toes. Fantastic video as always. Thanks for uploading.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, there were hundreds out there ha! No other species had a chance of getting to the bait! All good fun though and a nice day out. Cheers as always, hope you're feeling better 👍👍

[@savegsquad5372]

Another great video, love the nature shots, the mackerel are in force down my part of the world. I like it when you talk about your dad, it's lovely to see how much you loved him. Never forget. All the best Gareth all best from South West Wales 👍.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, nice to hear from you again. Yes Lavernock is a lovely place, especially when the weather is good, something unique about it. Ha yes, I have many more dad-related stories to tell, I do enjoy a bit of reminiscing! Please to hear that you're getting into the Mackerel, good stuff... I'm hoping to hit the Gower soon, it's been too long! Hope all is well, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@bobbrooks266]

Another fantastic video some beautiful scenery and great fish and as always it's a pleasure hearing about your dad in his fishing trips. Always a pleasure seeing your videos. All ready looking forward to seeing more. Have a great weekend my friend. Best regards to you and your family

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Bob, nice to hear from you again. This particular mark is beautiful, such a nice place to be, especially when the weather is good. A nice session in fairness and the Congers kept the rod tips bouncing, I couldn't really complain. And the same to you and yours, have a good weekend 👍👍

[@gary-dn4uw]

Nice video again mate

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Gary, appreciated as always. Hope all is good with you mate, take it easy 👍👍

[@edgeffney6960]

Lovely to see you smiling whilst bringing those conger in. Bristol channel looked so peaceful. Great filming of the many bites. Thanks again for making fishing a joy.

[@riversidewithme]

Haha thanks Ed, those Congers certainly kept me busy, they were everywhere! The sunrise was amazing when I arrived and that was a good start. A great mark and I'm looking forward to fishing it in the Autumn. Hope all is well, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@peterrobinson572]

Brilliant video, thanks

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Peter, much appreciated. It was a beautiful morning at a great mark, I always look forward to fishing this area. Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@andyhawkes3335]

Top quality again gareth

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Andy, appreciated as always. It's a lovely mark in fairness and I always enjoy fishing it. Cheers 👍👍

[@user-lt7ph7yc4w]

Your videos are certainly relaxing - keep them coming - the slight wait make them all the better

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Steven, I'm pleased to hear that. I do my best to make a relaxing watch and that's why I put a large emphasis on the scenery/surroundings etc. Every now and then I catch a fish too ha! Cheers as always, take care 👍👍

[@fazetyler2.00lane4]

As always mate another great watch mate just led in bed now thinking what I said in the last video best come over and give you a hand haha looking forward to the next one have a great weekend mate take care and catching the smaller stuff makes you know there be bigger in time to catch

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, I appreciate it. Haha yes, I certainly could have done with a hand during this session as those Congers were out there in big numbers, hitting the baits immediately! All good fun though and as you say, there will be other species to come... hopefully I can catch some! Cheers for watching, have a good weekend 👍👍

[@michaelfewster]

Thanks

[@alandew4567]

Well done Gareth, anther fantastic video ,love hearing the story with your dad he must be really proud, keep them coming , we went to ogmore on sea and fish off a small single beach we had a fantastic time and we had some fish happy days Regards Al

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Al, appreciated as always. It was an enjoyable session in fairness and the weather was spot on during the morning. Bit of rain later on but not too bad. Sounds like you had a bit of fun down at Ogmore, well done. I know the shingle beach you're referring to, great spot that is...back in the day we used to get some nice Pouting off there. Hope all is well, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@stephensheppard4073]

Well done mate 🎣🎣🎣

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Stephen, appreciated as always. These Congers seem to be following me around at the moment ha, all good fun though! Enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@paulhuggan-cammack2928]

Great session there Gar, well done 👍 Keep up the good work.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Paul. The Congers certainly kept me busy, must have been black with them out there. Cheers for watching, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@mariaefelices6543]

Tried same mark I got eels only and lost to much bottom end tackle with rotten bottom ,great stuff mate ,fishing top sport 4 me

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, nice to hear from you again. Yes the ground is rough isn't it, although I was quite lucky that day as I didn't lose any rigs, just a few leads. I'll give it another go in the Autumn, could be a few Codling about then. Cheers for watching, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@davidwilliams6525]

What a fantastic session! It certainly was a Conger fest. Congratulations on clicking over past 5k subs.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you David. Yes indeed, the water must have been black with them, literally! Nice mark this one and I'll be back there for the Cod from October onwards. Hope all is well, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@davidwilliams6525]

@@riversidewithme You enjoy your weekend too Gareth.

[@riversidewithme]

@@davidwilliams6525 Thanks David 🙂

[@BEATTHEBLANK]

Great video mate ,thanks

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, appreciated as always. Enjoy the weekend, tight lines 👍👍

[@williamcox355]

Cracking video Gareth. And loved the Black Rock one...all the best mate..

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you William, appreciated as always. I'll hopefully be out filming again shortly. Cheers 👍👍

[@castersfishingwales2038]

Ive never tried a Kitchen sink as a weight,🤣 i get plenty from work 😂bit bulky toy carry to the beach 🤣🤣 All i can say as always awesome vid😗brother love to Cath n all 😘 see you on the rocks ✌✌

[@riversidewithme]

You definitely need to try the kitchen sink as a weight Matt, they cast like a dream and never get snagged up..there's a spare Armitage Shanks in my garden if you want it. Thank you, I appreciate it...bit of a Conger fest but enjoyable all the same. Hope all is well with the Caster's family, love and cwtches all round, see you on the beach 👍👍

[@castersfishingwales2038]

lol

[@alansaunders8196]

Let's all do the conger eh Gareth?😂 nice to see you again mate, sorry not been on for a while mate, had a few issues with rogue builders at our house. I have a similar story to tell like yours, visiting my parents caravan about 15 years ago for the weekend with my rods in the car. Flat calm water & all the local fishermen telling me I wouldn't catch a bass, well the day was turning to evening & all the locals were in the pub on pendine sands & I could hear them laughing in the distance. Anyway just after dark my rod doubled over & a fish was on, I had to walk up the beach 20 yards to pull it onto the sand, it was a lovely doubled figure bass. I couldn't resist having a quick pint before heading back to the van but to see the local fishermen's faces when I walked in with that bass was unforgettable, even my dad was in shock 😂😂 anyway take care until next time mate & keep up the good work my friend.

[@riversidewithme]

Sorry to hear that Alan, annoying when you get a rogue builder, causes no end of problems, I hope you've managed to sort it. Nice story, I enjoyed reading it...always gives me great pleasure when the know-it-alls are proven wrong ha! If there's water in front of you then there's chance of a fish and I bet you were super chuffed when you saw that Bass emerge from the water! I bet that pint tasted good afterwards, a nice reward for your efforts! Cheers as always, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@CheshireTomcat68]

Love the enthusiasm for the rod knocks!

[@riversidewithme]

Haha yes, I've always been the same, I get a little excited when the rod tips start bouncing...and then I wind in a baby Conger 😂. Cheers as always 👍👍

[@Rhodietoo]

I find people are inclined to cast over the fish in the Bristol channel, I use a spinning rod with small hooks to "probe" where the bait fish are - and all to often they are 60 meters or less from the shore, while the well equipped anglers are going for the 100 meter casts - and blanking.

[@riversidewithme]

Yes they are often close in. The majority of the good fish I've caught at marks along the Bristol Channel have been 30/40 yards out and that's why I always have a rod close in.

[@nikgrimmett8736]

Hi Gar, have you ever fished Barmouth bridge West Wales, love your perseverance mate your dad must have been a great guy..

[@riversidewithme]

Hi Nik, no I've never fished Barmouth Bridge but I'm hoping to have a little break in West Wales later this year and so I shall check it out, thank you. Dad was a character and he is missed, great days they were. Cheers for watching, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@nikgrimmett8736]

Hi Gar, if you fish Barmouth bridge fish down the side of the piles on the right hand side 6oz lead 27" patanoster 3/0 hook with a live soft crab hooked once through the middle leg socket , hold the rod at all times you will feel the bite, it's awesome, oh you will need a drop net look on the bridge for the numbers 18 to 27 are good, cheers Nik.

[@riversidewithme]

@@nikgrimmett8736 Thanks for the info Nik, very informative. I will bear this in mind, sounds good 👍

[@user-wr6wl1lf7f]

Well done Gareth, maybe you can have that sandwich now 😂 Manic! Beautiful beach too, thanks for sharing. Have you had any weed problems lately?! Tons of it here in Kent 😂

[@riversidewithme]

Haha yes, the sandwich had to wait as those Congers wanted to play games all day! Yes it's the same up here, there's been weed everywhere for the past few weeks although it does seem to be thinning out a bit now. Thank you Andy, appreciated as always, enjoy the weekend 👍👍

[@carldawson832]

Eazy gareth you ok pal, thanks for another enjoyable vid to chill out to, spot on. Well done on your wee congers, not a bad session you had. It looks a nice spot for a session ,even better when you have it to your self lol. All the best gareth from GRIMSBY.

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Carl, it was an enjoyable session in fairness. Yes it's a lovely spot, just a nice place to be and there should be a few Codling there come the Autumn, although anything can turn up. Something nice about having a venue to yourself isn't it. Hope all is good with you mate, take care 👍👍

[@davidjenkins6453]

Another "good un" mate!

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you David. The Congers took over the sea that day but all good fun ha! Cheers as always, take care 👍👍

[@andrewsaunders868]

Nice G, lol now I remember why I avoid lavernock

[@riversidewithme]

Haha yes, it was impossible to get through the Congers that day, must have been thousands out there. Hopefully a few Codling will show you down there late Autumn. Thanks Andrew 👍👍

[@andrewsaunders868]

Haha, does a fish swim, yea of course I’ll be bashing the upper channel down to deeps this side and down as far beam probably, still wanting that elusive double figured bar of good of the shore

[@andrewsaunders868]

Hoping to hit the transporter later fthis the month, hopefully see if any flounder bout early

[@frompooltopoolefishing6716]

4:26 lol @ us pair watching this going turn around your rods going 😂😂 ohhh and the other one

[@riversidewithme]

Haha yes, I noticed the missed bites when I was editing the video, those Congers were out there in big numbers, hitting the baits within minutes. Hope all is well, enjoy the weekend both 👍👍

[@frompooltopoolefishing6716]

@@riversidewithme 😂 thanks mate. You to, maybe we'll have a session there soon as Sudbrook was quiet, and winds are a nightmare for the sib fishing 🎣 😬

[@riversidewithme]

@@frompooltopoolefishing6716 Thanks bud. Yes these winds are being a bit naughty at the moment. They'll probably settle down when it's time to go back to work, always the way!

[@mrniceb8727]

Lovely days fishing now im catching up been on holiday 2 porthcawl tryed some lures but no luck take care respect from south wales as always

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you mate, I appreciate it. Shame you didn't get any fish down at Porthcawl but I'm you sure you still had a nice time. I'll hopefully get down to Newton Beach or Merthyr Mawr during the next month or so, I like the Porthcawl marks. Cheers for watching, all the best 👍👍

[@boredasfuck8369]

Only just discovered your channel top man , a regular old spot I used to fish ,great to see guys doing vids in familiar places ,really looking forward to having a look at the rest of you stuff cheers Gareth p.s I used to get some fair results down there with black lug too 😁

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Kev, much appreciated. Yes I love fishing the local marks, they are special to me which is why I keep going back. Lavernock is a lovely place isn't it, I'll be back there again during mid-autumn, will hopefully be a few Codling about by then, although anything will do ha! I'll have to give black lug a try when I fish it next. Cheers for watching 👍👍

[@boredasfuck8369]

@@riversidewithme used to love st Maryswell bay too low tide on sandspit, but gotta be well aware of the incoming tide 😁

[@riversidewithme]

@boredasfuck8369 Ah yes I used to fish that spot quite a lot, although it's been a couple of years since I last wet a line there 👍

[@stuartcross749]

Enjoy it thanks

[@riversidewithme]

You're welcome Stuart, glad you enjoyed it. Cheers for watching, take it easy 👍👍

[@Grumszy]

Hi Gareth do you use drag on your rods ? Maybe put small piece on a future vid. Great vid as always.

[@riversidewithme]

I do sometimes Thomas, depends where I'm fishing, although when I'm filming I tend to forget things ha! Cheers for watching, much appreciated 👍👍

[@michaeljensen921]

Hi gareth nice video with plenty of action nice to see a new mark it looks like congers are taking over from the species we used to catch in the channel as long as you enjoy it what the heck how far away from the mark did you park i notice your using braided line is it better than mono look forward to the next one tight lines

[@riversidewithme]

Thank you Michael. It was certainly a busy session, the Congers were in huge numbers that day, they do seem to be increasing as you say. So I parked at the end of Fort Road which is opposite the church. Walk down the path to your right and down onto the pebble beach, only took me 5 minutes to get to the spot, it's not that far. Yes I was using 62lb braid, I only ever use it over rough ground, I usually use mono. But I definitely think braid is the way to go over the rough, less losses. Hope all is well, cheers for watching 👍👍