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A Passion for Angling

A wildlife documentary featuring Hugh Miles as the cameraman and Bernard Cribbins as narrator, showcasing the piscatorial escapades of Chris Yates and Bob James on their middle-aged angling adventures across various locations in the British Isles.

A documentary series featuring Hugh Miles' wildlife cinematography and Bernard Cribbins' narration. It showcases two middle-aged anglers, Chris Yates and Bob James, embarking on piscatorial adventures across various locations in the British Isles. The series combines the spirit of angling with natural history, captivating audiences with its true experts and a unique blend of fish species including carp to salmon, trout to gudgeon. From humorous yet well-crafted segments that many consider among the best fishing programs ever made.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Childhood Dreams

1. Childhood Dreams

Aired: Sep 5, 1993

A heartwarming adventure of self-discovery unfolds as Chris and Bob reveal th...

Episode 2 Redmire Legends

2. Redmire Legends

Aired: Sep 12, 1993

Chris Yates, a renowned carp fisher, returns to the site of his record-breaki...

Episode 3 In Search of Salmon

3. In Search of Salmon

Aired: Sep 19, 1993

A leisurely adventure through Scotland unfolds as Bob and Chris discover the ...

Episode 4 Autumn Glory

4. Autumn Glory

Aired: Sep 26, 1993

The next episode takes viewers on a journey to the renowned Hampshire Avon, w...

Episode 5 Midwinter Madness

5. Midwinter Madness

Aired: Oct 3, 1993

The River Kennet's winter secrets unfold as Chris and Bob embark on a chilly ...

Episode 6 Monster Myths

6. Monster Myths

Aired: Oct 10, 1993

In the next episode, Bob and Chris embark on a thrilling adventure inspired b...

Info about A Passion for Angling

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary