About Me - Alan Tomkins
Based on the Berkshire/Middlesex/Hampshire/Surrey borders.
I am a highly experienced all-round angler and qualified PAA (Professional Anglers Association) instructor.
As a PAA coach I have the PAA level 2 coaching certificate which as well as angling coaching includes first aid and child protection, and also carries personal insurance.
I have written many articles in the angling press (some of which are reproduced on this site) as well as a book on carp rigs.
I am something of a specialist in the use of the centrepin and the Wallis cast.
I am a long-time member of the BCSG (British Carp Study Group)
'I am the captor of many big fish of all species. I've listed my best fish
for you to see, just click on the link to the right!. In most cases I've listed the top 3 of each as I believe it's quite relevant - a best fish of say 30lbs can be meaningless if the next best is, say, 12lbs.' Alan Tomkins
All tackle, bait, licenses and permits can be supplied if required!

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