Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing - Season 5
Season 5
Episodes
Episode 1
Bob and Paul start the series by fishing the beautiful river Exe in Devon, looking for Grilse, also known as the ‘summer silver'. After a day of limited success, they enjoy a game of cricket before having a go at some shore fishing at Bossington Beach in Somerset.
Episode 2
Paul Whitehouse and Bob Mortimer, alongside trusty terrier Ted, travel to the Crogen Estate in North Wales to fish the River Dee for the glorious grayling, a fish which has so far eluded Paul on their extensive travels.
They fish hard on a secluded private estate, while Bob sets up a bijou coffee shop and Paul tries to concentrate on landing the prized fish. Along the way, they try to rediscover their lost youth on this trip, with mixed results.
Episode 3
Paul and Bob venture from London to the Scottish Highlands, taking a sleeper train overnight to their destination. They wake in the stunning vista of north west Scotland, where the pine forests and snow-topped mountains almost take their breath away.
They are on a quest to fish for ferox trout, which is a tall order for any angler. But they are in the right place, the River Garry, with a local guide to help them target their quarry.
Setting off in a boat, the pair fish long and hard, while also taking time to look for the Loch Ness monster.
Episode 4
Paul and Bob set off in a punt to fish for perch on a weir pool on the River Thames - leaving poor old terrier Ted forlorn on the river bank, as he is not allowed on the boat with them.
They discuss the treats we give ourselves in life, however simple they may be. The trio are also joined by comedian Richard Herring for a hearty, healthy meal.
Episode 5
Paul and Bob travel to the heart of the English countryside to fish a lake deep in the Surrey Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. They hope to catch some carp and barbel - but will Bob's clumsiness stop them from catching these skittish fish? The two of them settle in for a chat about the joys of gardening, much to Paul's dismay.
Later on, health expert Dr Anand Patel joins them by the lake. He and Bob dive straight into the importance of men looking after their health - especially their weight and particularly as they grow older.
Episode 6
In a first for Paul and Bob, they venture to southern Ireland to fish the mighty Lough Corrib. At 43.5km long, it is Ireland's largest lough and one of the best places in the country to try trout fishing. This is very different to fishing the Hampshire chalk streams, as they did a few years ago - this time they are out on boats and try out a new technique called dapping.
Good local knowledge of the weather and currents are essential, and they have local guide Richie Johnston to assist. Patience as well as good fishing know how are always essential for any guide when working with Paul and Bob, especially when the three of them are sharing a boat.
Later on, they head to a traditional Irish pub to meet old friend and Undertones singer Fergal Sharkey.
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