Terry's Winter Tale - A chat about Bazil - Iconic Carp Fishing

Amongst other stories, Terry recounts his gruelling winter campaign at Yateley and his capture of the iconic UK 40lb carp known as 'Bazil'.

[@danielcrandon5239]

Shouldn't have watched his on Christmas Eve. I feel like saying goodbye to the Mrs, kissing the kids and heading off for 24hrs..... top angler! What a story.

[@aaronditchfield781]

Need to Milk this guy as much as possible, keeps it real no bullshit and proper down to earth guy. Most other lads stutter as if their making shit up this guys the truth straight talker

[@daveshaw5293]

People will get onto the actors eventually mate .tels proper oldskool no bullshit just good solid angling 👌

[@LEONBARTROPPCARPER]

Awesome! What carp fishing for me is all about

[@smithyd1522]

LEON BARTROPP CARPER don't get much better than that mate

[@1down4up78]

Biscuit of the week 😉

[@zones1to658]

I often wonder what tels favourite biscuit is

[@mattiemclean9882]

@@zones1to658 a soggy one!

[@michaelmorby4417]

Terry I could listen to your stories of carp fishing for ever a true gentleman and a credit to carp fishing merry Christmas tel

[@garyguest.1885]

This man could read a telephone directory and I’d still listen… watched this a few tears back and just watched it again..Brilliant 👍🏻 Tight lines Tel

[@ianthomas1060]

Agree, funny how some have this knack. I watched him loads in the 90's doing talks around the UK. Stephen Fry could also read the phone directory and make it fun.

[@rkob1]

Brilliant, could listen to him tell his tales all day long

[@apassionforcarping5275]

The way he tells these stories is special you feel part of it and can picture the scene vividly. There's only one terry hearn he's as legendary as the fish he captured

[@eggzmann]

Such a brilliant story teller and a legend in the scene thank you for this esp and terry you are one of a kind

[@StonehengeDronescapes]

Who else felt they were there?

[@Charmoffalling]

me

[@jacobwatkinson9497]

Yep my favourite one along with the burgfield common you feel like you are there watched these so many times love em 💯

[@scottmorgan3998]

What a angler and story teller

[@paulsedgwick3195]

Top man ❤ really enjoyed this story. Thank you.

[@Twonkadoodle]

Cant tell you how much i buzz off this bloke, it's the way he tells the story, i really am there, i felt the mud in my toes, i could smell the singe on my eyebrows, iv'e got cheek ache cause i was smiling that much, what an incredible angler he is, bet your Mum n Dad are well proud, , amazing skills, and a credit to your sponsors and the sport we love. Cap doffed, brilliant video.

[@gregbrogan7489]

What a story to hear. I was fishing the Match lake during that period and used to hear the tales of all the boys over on the North and Car Park, prior to any mobiles, so to hear him tell this tale and bring back some great memories for me is amazing. Radio Active, Dome Tents, one big family and one big social. That was Yateley back then. Such an amazing time!

[@brianmccarron6445]

What a story teller ,,absolute class,,,couldn't listen to his fishing stories all day everyday Totally dedicated and keeps it real

[@Rob-zq8sy]

Thoroughly enthralling like listening to a mate in the pub recounting one of his best captures with such enthusiasm and fond memories, loved it thanks Terry

[@MrJp1905]

Great video Terry,I could listen to these memories all day.I knew Derrick Rance when fishing some of the southern Carp waters,What a great guy and a Legend.Gone but not forgotten RIP Derrick Rance

[@carpnstuff]

Fantastic!! The passion and enthusiasm Terry has just makes you grin as you listen to such great stories.

[@nickblades9024]

Brilliant. Listening to this for about the 20th time and never gets boring. 🎣

[@Ryzo223]

Loving your tales glad to see more of you sharing your adventures thank you carping hero to us all

[@darrensartin8872]

Quality. Loved every minute. A true legend and still down to earth. New carp anglers can learn a lot from his attitude. Hope this is the first of many.

[@bennicholson191]

I could listen to this bloke all day long the attention to detail in his stories makes me feel like I caught these fish awesome

[@rossroberts9421]

Tel is as legendary as the great carp he has caught! Top bloke.

[@MussellwhitesFlies]

I could listen to you all day Tel! Fantastic 😊😊😊

[@grahamwiltshire6338]

Wicked. Sod Xmas dinner made me want to get the rods out. Got a pic I took of Derek with a mirror on runcton years ago just after Terry had blackscale. I woke to hear a strange noise from the other end, it was Derek trying to get my attention as he played the fish. Legend rip Derek ✌✌

[@IFilmUfos]

Best fishing video this year. Terry is a living carp God.

[@thegent2210]

Another AWESOME film! Thanks ESP and Mr. Hearn

[@jedturner3990]

Can’t believe it yet another one of tels story’s that has you on the end of your seat absolutely brilliant can’t wait for the next one

[@Sirsurestrike]

Absolutely amazing, i could listen to tou all day Mr Hearn, a living legend! I dont think theres too many people who would have stripped down to boxers in Jan and waded into the lake! Im going to have to find your books, im sure you must have written one of two. Im just a novice here in Slovakia, but we great Carp fishing here, hopefully one day in the future you will be over and we would be happy to be your guide, my partner is a native and she speaks fluent English. Tight lines and may the Carp Gods always look upon you favourably. 🙏

[@SCOUSER-]

What a story, enjoyed every minute of it.

[@Ukedc259]

Natural born story teller. Love his genuine enthusiasm and sense of commitment.

[@2E0UDX]

Absolutely brilliant yet again Terry ....mesmerising stuff

[@matthewmemz2380]

Fantastic. I really enjoy listening to Terry. Magic

[@craigthomas2455]

I can remember seeing Terry in various Angling magazines back in the 90s as a teenager and even then he wasn't a glory hunter and even today he is a true Carpers Carp angler (unlike most these days). Tel, you are the best.

[@leesmith5759]

I could listen to his stories all day, fantastic chap and he makes you want to go carp fishing 🎣

[@rhyspullinger_nt]

This is why terry is one of my most favourite anglers proper down to earth and tells his story really well and no lying about anything

[@peterhodgkinson8121]

Esp done a great job with last few posts with tel.he tells a great story I've watched them about 20 times each at least now can't get enough of them keep them coming

[@laurieharper1526]

I've just discovered these videos of Terry and have been binge watching them. He's a wonderful story teller and a great angler. I knew (how could I not?) of his achievements as a carp angler, but didn't realise he is an all rounder. He's obviously a genuine, modest guy and an absolute pleasure to listen to. I hope I might meet him one day and shake his hand.

[@garethjones7182]

great to see a carpy vid that's not just about the gear

[@SuperCocklord]

I'm a matchfisherman (uk) and was transfixed listening to this guy, knows his onions,such passion and knowledge.

[@salmonninja7223]

I love this. As a game fisherman who has had to put off my carp fishing due to time and my own 'campaign' with Salmon. I really do miss the magic of Carp fishing. The commitment and effort which is involved is incredible. This video has just nudged me in the ribs to remember that I haven't stopped Carp fishing, but merely put it on hold! One thing at a time, however. Great bloke, great story.

[@chrisbarker671]

Simply brilliant Tel

[@cbreeze5279]

what a wonderful story teller and amazing angler.

[@erniecurl3344]

A real great story .iv not fished in years .makes me want to get up and go again

[@liamfoley7360]

Absolutely perfect for Christmas. Tells a tale so well. He's like a carpy Roald Dahl

[@JimbobRichards]

Absolutely awesome, I could listen to you tell your stories all day, keep them coming.

[@ianchaddock1327]

Brilliant 👍👍👍👍 could sit and listen to tel all day

[@00markelliott00]

Great storyteller. I could listen to him for hours.

[@carpoholic8149]

Every time I watch this it puts a smile on my face and makes me wonna hit the bank ty

[@earplugzownage]

I could listen to this guy all day.

[@dannyboy_dannyboy8274]

Tel desperately needs to release his books in an audiobook format. This is a no brainier as he’s the best at reeling off a tale, your there with him. Not a lot of people have got the ability to do that. I always revisit these after a few months as it’s engrossing content. Keep up the vids ESP with El Tel 🎣 🎣🎣

[@cennny183]

It’s so nice you mentioned derek he was such a lovely bloke had many great times with derek and always in my memories

[@jamiepeacock1311]

Amazing, the passion terry gives off is brilliant.

[@jasonwhitfield8342]

Simply brilliant, what an inspiration this man is to all aspiring carppers young and old .

[@adrianporter8403]

The best storyteller ever! Legend Tel

[@zulu59blue27]

WOW! Great listening to your stories ☺thank you for your memories! !!☺

[@tariqzeb5774]

The lengend of carp fishing . Mr Terry Hearne . I love to listern to his storys and videos

[@claytsummer76]

The best storyteller and Carp angler ever..

[@leeh1974]

Absolute inspiration makes a story come alive

[@VWJourneymananglingadventures]

What a storyteller. Much, much more please.

[@sgtsquidgems4515]

such an amazing story teller. feel like i was there! my carp fishing inspiration

[@steviepex]

just a brilliant account of a capture of such an iconic fish! just as inspirational now as it was for me then....

[@adrianporter8403]

You tell such a good story mate, love it.

[@kurtis8384]

Absolutely brilliant! Merry Christmas indeed

[@TheDirtytwister]

Fantastic Terry! just reading in pursuit of the largest so hearing you tell the tale was brilliant Thanks Terry

[@richardcot-te-rell7476]

Epic Story that! Had me gripped start to finish!

[@steveow40]

Superb tale from Tel a proper old school Carp angler, one of the very best from a lost time when Carp fishing was magical, met Dereck when fishing Ivy many many years ago, another top bloke and funny too.

[@AJay-sx8uh]

What an inspiration, without tel carp fishing would not be the same! Right kettle on then ..

[@satnavgav3550]

I love Terry's stories, I can't remember how many times I've read his books simply captivating well done mate 👍

[@rickn8648]

Again a nice video, story telling with a lot of feeling. Just what carp fishing is all about. Terry is also a King here, in the Netherlands.

[@michaelchaundy3376]

Who would hit the dislike! Could listen to him all day.hero!!!

[@chunknuts5068]

Thanks for sharing such a special story Terry. Absolutely fantastic. True carp fishing magic. Happy Christmas.

[@lac7448]

Man can tell a story like no one else

[@elliotbennett1991]

Fantastic story teller extremely captivating.

[@adamhall1998]

Your an inspiration to all carp anglers what a legend

[@carladamsmith3537]

Just what i needed on chrismas eve 👌👌👌 cant wait for the next one! Please! 😉😉

[@richardseal7970]

Still watching this in 2022 .. nice one Tel.

[@650Triton]

I love this, it has been a long while since I shared a bank and a brew with Terry, not sure if it was Sonning or Pingewood, but Terry is just the same. Thanks for the memories Tel

[@stevejeffrey7948]

Thanks for sharing those memories. Cracking.

[@BoesBoes-83]

Awesome story, this man is an absolute legend

[@martinlawrence8427]

Saved this for Christmas Day...and what a treat...thanks Tel!

[@joopvanloenen7889]

Martin Lawrence majkalcerke majkalce

[@lincslegend6936]

5 people disliked this video?? Amazing story, perfectly told. The best carp angler there is in my eyes, not just for what he's caught but how he goes about it, cuts out the bullshit and just does his own thing. Legend.

[@TommyDeCleenCarpAngler]

they way Tel, tell's the story ..... awesome what an epic tale

[@add-123]

Love these vids esp top chrimbo present all the best with 2018 I hope you do more of these cos this and Mr Fox were brilliant and terry tells a good story and he's God with a rod you can't help but listen and enjoy it so thank you

[@piersclarke412]

Love it. Great story. We want more!

[@lowflyingpigeon7956]

Awesome story 😁

[@MrCarpmagic95]

Awesome stuff, I sat through it all and never wanted it to end which is unusual for me as I get bored very fast but this was told just perfect. I also miss 20 or 30 years ago so much, a few bits of what he said took me back there, one being that you could leave your gear and go home. You could and this was almost anywhere lake wise in those days.

[@djdloose9370]

Amazing! Such a good watch this love for carp is amazing

[@user-nl7vz4wt3t]

Wow. 'Bucks fizz' targeting Bazil for 14 yrs, that's dedication on another level! But fitting @ the weight of 49lb! My uncle, use to be a syndicate member of the North Lake. The stupid idiot cast his 28mm homemade Strawberry Birdfood boilie to the island, & said to Leroy Smith (I think his name was) you take charge of one of these rods... The inevitable happened, and this chaps rods gone off, only to land Bazil @ 45lb 6oz. That's the story I was told, whether or not that was true, that my uncle allowed him to use one of his rods or not, he's a better man than I am to allow that to happen! I remember both of them coming back to my nan's house absolutely buzzing. The home developed photos of that fish was amazing in the late September sunshine! My uncle said he was one of the 1st to of had all the north lakes fish out, I do recall seeing him in the Big Carp magazine once upon a time. Yeah Strawberry Birdfood boilies did the trick back then, I was only 12 14 yrs old, and I use to eat them, they smelt bloody lovely! 😂

[@lessthanthree3]

Man can sure tell a story! Lovely stuff Tel and ESP!

[@1down4up78]

Caught me PB last summer, 33.5lbs. Before that it stood at 13lb. Live in Canada now, I was on the phone to my Nan, it was 36 degrees and about noon when my rod jumped of the rest and started going towards the water. I just grabbed it in time and that line was flying. 15-20 minutes later she breached and I could not believe my eyes. Like a submarine coming up. She was magnificent! Last Mountain Lake Saskatchewan, Canada 3 Klms wide 95 Klms long 215 sq Klms

[@dannyboy_dannyboy8274]

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome Tel! Keep the vids coming mate!!!! 👍👍👍

[@richcurtis813]

I could listen to your stories for hours!! Got both your books and think they are the most riveting I’ve ever read. I wish you would do more media stuff Tel, so many people love listening to you, and nobody has a bad word to say about you, which is a credit to you in this age of backbiting and trolling! Thanks ESP, wishing you and yours a merry Xmas and happy new year👍

[@russelladams6840]

Awesome terry you are a legend mate thankyou for the video loved it thankyou

[@deanemmerson6171]

Terry hearn you mentioned kool fm 👑 big ups Bro

[@AaronUnknownPerformance]

THE LEGEND

[@Smudgie]

I can't imagine a better Christmas present. Merry Christmas, cheers!

[@paulloose3895]

Belting bit ov carp history felt like i was sat with him 🎣🎣🎣🎣 merry xmas tel

[@barryfoxall2082]

Given the amount of total rubbish on the telly, this is what you call ENTERTAINMENT, please please more, absolutely brilliant

[@eirefishing2660]

Fantastic video.brilliantly told story by tel

[@neilreader9066]

Quality really enjoyed thank you

[@geraldswain3259]

I'm a salmon and sea trout man now ,but this is gripping stuff and really well told,he's a natural!...and seems a really nice guy.