Bait

Mixed maize, mini maize, hemp, wheat and chilli flakes. Preserved so that it will not go off on the bankRRP: £10. 99 for 3kgContact: 01666 575330 or www. cotswoldbaits.

Revolutionary new liquid that clouds the water for ages. Great as a dip or added to stick and spod mixes RRP: £11. 99 per 115ml bottleContact: 01268 522417or www. korda.

Fishmeal-based boilies with added Robin Red, milk proteins and a fruity flavour. Available in 14mm to 24mm RRP: From £6. 50 per kiloContact: 01322 620002 or www. acebaits.

Fluoro orange, high-attract barrel hook baits boosted with the exceptional Fruit Bomb flavourRRP: £4. 99 per 100g potContact: 01684 294511 or www. banksidetackle. com.

I tend to make my food up in advance, freeze it in single portions and then get them as I need them. However, on several occasions I have been short of grub and have used these instead. They’re surprisingly good quality and pretty tasty – much better, in fact, than most ready meals. The Chicken Tikka Masala is a particular favourite, and the meat actually tastes like chicken too! My only gripe would be that the portions are a bit on the small side, but they’re probably perfect for people with average appetites, unlike me.

High-leakage hook baits, available in various flavour combinations in 12mm, 16mm and as dumbell wafters. RRP: £5. 99Contact: 01430 448322 or www. stickybaits.