Brian Long

Brian Long – Teddy Fisher Advocate
📍 Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
🎣 Fishing Journey
Brian’s love for fishing began at just 3 years old, learning the ropes from his dad. Since then, his passion for the sport has never faded.
🏆 Angling Heroes
Inspired by legends: Bob Nudd, John Wilson, and Matt Hayes.
🐟 Biggest Fish
A 15lb 8oz Grass Carp—but he’s aiming for even bigger!
🎯 Favourite Style of Fishing
Feeder fishing for Tench and Bream
🌍 Favourite Venues
Brian is happy fishing anywhere as long as he has a rod in his hands, but he especially loves deep meres and small ponds.
🏆 Angling Achievements
✅ 100lb+ bag of Chub from the River Dane
✅ Five Roach over 2lb in a single day
✅ 3lb 11oz Perch from the River Goyt
🎯 Targets for 2024
Brian is on a mission to achieve:
🔥 20lb+ Carp
🔥 7lb+ Tench and Bream
🔥 A Double-Figure Barbel
🔥 His First Catfish
With his experience and determination, 2024 is set to be a big year!