Stockists

Essential Baits are now virtually exclusively website based and the vast majority of orders are processded through this website or over the phone on 01278 427634. We provide a very proficient mail order service.

We still supply a few shops that have been with us for many years, namely the two listed below.

Herts
Johnson Ross Tackle (Hoddesdon) 01992 462044

Kent
The Tackle Box 01322 292400


 

European Customers

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Due to the huge logistical problems now imposed upon us by the EU, Essential Baits are not currently in a position to send goods outside the UK. 

It is therefore with regret that we have to announce that for the foreseable future, we are unable to send goods to any EU countries

We will of course monitor the situation closely and keep you updated if the situation changes.

 

 

 

This page will be updated periodically to bring you the latest European export news.

Cork ball advantages

Although we provide cork dust pop-ups, we also appreciate that some customers prefer cork ball pop-ups and I think that it's generally accepted that cork ball pop-ups are the best method for long term buoyancy. This can be particularly advantageous for many modern day rigs such as chod rigs and Hinged Stiff-rigs. These clever little packs allow anglers to create their own cork ball pop-ups with little effort. You can also regulate the amount of paste you use to make them more buoyant or turn them into slow sinkers.

Top tip

If you are having problems with diving birds or nuisance fish, you can combat this by 'meshing up'. The best method we have seen to do this is to cut a small section of tights (we recommend you get your missus's permission first!). Wrap the pop-up in the fine mesh, pull tight, tie off with floss, 'blob' the excess with a lighter and away you go.