18. Coincidence?

Litter Pics

18. Coincidence, or....

April 5, 2025: A new sign has appeared on the gatepost of the footpath field which leads to the Mill and Toddington. And, of course, the River Isbourne.

April 5, 2025. Operation Leviathan sign.

April 15, 2025: Found in the verge foliage next to the bridge.

April 15, 2025: Fishing lure found in situ, next to the 1885 bridge.

Unusual litter: Close-up.

April 15, 2025. Fishook in situ, closeup.

Back at the lab: Mepps Comet 2 fishing lure. Made in France
"Mepps Comet Spinners are for use in rough water and currents broken by rocks."

15 April 2025. Mepps Comet 2 lure, close up. Made in France.

What are the laws and by-laws on fishing? Good question! Find them here: https://www.gov.uk/freshwater-rod-fishing-rules