THE South West Fly Fair returns to Roadford Lake on Sunday, February 23.

The fair is hosted by charity South West Lakes Trust at Roadford Lake, just five minutes off the A30 between Launceston and Okehampton.

As well as being a highlight in the region's fly-fishing calendar, it promises to be a fun and informative family day out with plenty of activities for all ages.

The event is made possible thanks to sponsorship from Turrall, Chevron Hackles and Snowbee.

Learning how to make a fly at a previous South West Fly Fair.
Learning how to make a fly at a previous South West Fly Fair. (South West Lakes Trust)

Throughout the day there will be fly tying and casting demonstrations, “have a go” fly tying rooms, a live trout cooking demonstration, the opportunity to find out more about angling coaching and tuition available in the region and a chance to speak to trout, sea and coarse fly fishers.

Trade stands will be selling new and used tackle and equipment and food and drink will be available at the onsite café.

The event runs from 10am to 3pm with lots of activities on offer for the whole family. South West Lakes Trust’s new Head of Fisheries, Leon Fisher, said: “I can’t wait to welcome old and new faces to Roadford Lake for this year’s Fly Fair.

“We have some amazing attendees with world class knowledge of the sport, so experienced and not-so-experienced fly anglers are in for a real treat!”

Book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Entry is £7 for adults (£10 on the door) and free for under 18s. Entry includes car parking and a raffle ticket.

All attendees to the event will be offered a 10 per cent season ticket discount.

For more information please contact South West Lakes Trust on 01566 771930 or email: [email protected] .