November 29, 2005
Burnham beach anglers bemoan ‘worst-ever competition’ as fish stay away
More than 60 anglers lined the water’s edge at Burnham-On-Sea on Sunday to compete in a beach competition – but the fish stayed away and made it one of the worst afternoons on record.
Just six flounders were caught by the 66 anglers during the five hour event, which organiser Dave Stephens said was “very poor.”
“It was the worst we’ve seen and was probably caused by a number of factors, including the weather,” he added.
The event, organised by Weston Outcasts, was held in bright, but cold conditions.
The group’s next Burnham beach fishing event will be held on January 8th. Further information is available from Weston Outcasts on 07977 228133.
.Burnham-On-Sea Beach Fishing Results:
1st Dave Gracie
2 flounder, 1150 grams total, won £250+£132 heaviest fish pool.
2nd Conrad Davis
2 flounder, 950 grams total, won £150.
3rd Kerry Bloomfield
1 flounder, 460 grams, won fishing tackle prize worth over £100.
