Nice one, John …
Those of us who subscribe to Trout & Salmon magazine will have noticed two things about the current (January 2026) issue. Firstly it has a new editor, Pete Tyjas. Pete will be known to some of us as the driving force behind the Fly Culture magazine. Secondly – but much more importantly, someone known to all members of DFC features in Pete’s very first article as editor – our very own John Aplin!
It’s a lovely read and it captures John’s character very well plus his values and aspirations. Pete reflects on how John is almost as much a part of our valley as the Frome itself.
Pete’s angling skill is indeed rewarded by a sizeable grayling, but the article isn’t about the fishing. Not the weight, not the catch itself. The picture Pete paints for us is more about being there and being part of the natural scene even if only for a short time. Oh, and about John’s sausage sandwiches too …
Trevor Prince
Chairman
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The Club
The Club is a private one, founded in 1877, of approximately sixty-four members and six Town Rod subscribers. The Club’s waters consist of about 12 miles of wild brown trout & grayling fishing in the main River Frome, River Cerne and River Piddle, together with attendant carriers and side streams. The waters extend both above and below the town of Dorchester and the Club employs a part-time keeper.
