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Global giant acquires UK-based brand. Pure Fishing, Inc. , a leading global provider of fishing tackle, today announced that it has acquired Hardy & Greys Limited, the well-known UK-based provider of fishing tackle for fly, carp, sea and coarse segments around the world, marketed under the Hardy Bros. , Hardy, Greys and Chub brands.

Big congratulations to James Whittaker and Vicky Oliver who are the lucky winners of our competition to each win Family Tickets to the CLA Game Fair worth up to £58! Have a great time guys!This year the UK's largest and the world's leading countryside event will be held once again in the grounds of the beautiful Ragley Hall in Warwickshire. Over three days from July 19th to 21st, more than 100 exhibitors will be showcasing the latest and greatest tackle from the angling world to inspire you, while you can witness demonstrations from some of the world's best anglers in sea, fly, carp and general coarse fishing. But the Country Land & Business Association (CLA) Game Fair isn't all about fishing – you and your family can also enjoy everything to do with the countryside, including food, horses, falconry, guns and gun dogs, clay shooting, archery, a craft village, clothing and much more. For more information on the CLA Game Fair and to book tickets, visit www.

Angling world mourns as Kev Green passes away. The angling world is in mourning following the news that Kev Green, a top angling journalist and former editor of Improve Your Coarse Fishing magazine, has lost his battle with cancer. Kev, 40, was one of the best respected angling journalists of his generation, starring in several books and DVDs alongside his editorial work. Close friend Dave Harrell paid tribute to Kev on his Facebook page: "It is with great sadness that I must report the passing away of Kevin Green, a man who will be known to many thousands of people as the editor of Improve Your Coarse Fishing.

Carp star at Waltham Cross this Saturday. Carp fishing royalty Terry Hearn is at Angling Direct, Waltham Cross, this Saturday, June 29th to discuss all things carpy and introduce ACE’s new Razor Point hooks. He will also be signing books new and old so bring them with you!There are free goody bags for the first 50 through the door, and a raffle for all those who spend £25 or more in store to win a pair of Shimano’s new Magnesium reels. It is set to be a brilliant day and well worth a visit.