Wilde Trout are delighted to be the exclusive fishing travel operators for this brand new Fishing TV production, The Trip. We invite eight guests to join us on adventures to some of the most famous fly fishing destinations anywhere in the world, each trip hosted by chef, author and passionate angler Valentine Warner, and each one built around brilliant fly fishing, exceptional food and the friendships that only a few days beside the water can create.
The first episode takes Valentine Warner and his guests to the Wilderness, our private beat on the River Kennet, for two nights in a luxury country hotel and a full day's fly fishing on one of the most exclusive stretches of chalkstream in England.
The Trip is a brand new series from Fishing TV, and this is your chance to be part of it. Join eight guests for two nights at a luxury country hotel, The Retreat at Elcott Park, and a full day exploring one of the most exclusive stretches of the River Kennet, guided throughout and hosted by chef, author and passionate angler Valentine Warner. This is fishing television built around the people, the conversations and the friendships that happen beside the water, great food and extraordinary places included. As a guest you won’t simply watch the programme being made, you’ll be part of it.
Welcome to the Wilderness, one of the best kept secrets in the south of England. With over five miles of privately owned river, the first thing that strikes you is the length, breadth and diversity of the fishing here, simply unmatched by any other trout beat in the country. The main river and carrier streams are kaleidoscopic by nature, engulfed by acres of ancient deciduous woodland that make this a true playground for the adventurous fly fisher. The broad main Kennet is perfect for entertaining guests with large, plentiful and often obliging trout, while the small, intimate backwater streams offer something far more technical for those who tackle up for a challenge. Strong hatches of hawthorn, sedge and olive run right through the season, building to one of the most explosive Mayfly hatches anywhere in England.
Long held as a private, little known fly fishing syndicate, the Wilderness is offered for guided rods only, for the very first time, exclusively through The Trip. Over two nights you will dine and fish alongside Valentine Warner, share stories over exceptional food, and experience a private stretch of English chalkstream that very few will ever see.
Book your place, and discover the Wilderness for yourself.
The Trip is a brand new series from Fishing TV, and this is your chance to be part of it. Join eight guests for two nights at a luxury country hotel, The Retreat at Elcott Park, and a full day exploring one of the most exclusive stretches of the River Kennet
The second episode of The Trip takes Valentine Warner and his guests to Mittersill in Austria's Salzburger Land, to the private fishing grounds of the 4 star Hotel Bräurup, part of Austria's largest private fishing estate. Guests arrive on Friday, settle in over welcome drinks, and share a relaxed first dinner at the hotel before two full days on the water.
The Trip is a brand new Fishing TV production combining private, exclusive fly fishing with fine hospitality. Small groups of guests join guided fly fishing trips to some of the world’s most celebrated destinations, hosted by chef, author and passionate angler Valentine Warner.
Valentine Warner hosts the first two episodes of The Trip: a private day’s fly fishing on the River Kennet at the Wilderness, and a weekend of alpine fly fishing in Austria.
Each episode of The Trip welcomes eight guests for a fully guided fly fishing experience.
Yes. As a guest on The Trip, you are part of the production itself, fishing, dining and appearing on screen alongside Valentine Warner as the series is filmed around you.
No prior fly fishing experience is needed. Expert guides accompany guests throughout every trip, tailoring the day to every ability, from complete beginners to experienced anglers seeking a technical challenge.
Guides and expert instruction are provided on every trip. For the Austria leg, guests are asked to bring their own fly fishing equipment where possible, with a limited range available to rent from the hotel.
Guided fly fishing, accommodation and hosted meals are included on every trip. Full inclusions vary by destination and will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Episode one is filmed at the Wilderness, a private stretch of the River Kennet chalkstream in Berkshire, England. Episode two travels to Mittersill in Austria’s Salzburger Land, fly fishing the Finkausee and the Krimmler Ache.
Wilde Trout is the exclusive fly fishing travel operator for The Trip, coordinating the fishing, hospitality and logistics for every guest.
Wilde Trout does not arrange flights for guests. Airport transfers to and from the hotel are organised as part of each trip once travel details are confirmed.
Contact Wilde Trout directly to register your interest and check availability for upcoming episodes of The Trip.
