Simon Willsmore lifts the lid on his big-perch tactics in this week’s Angling Times, out in the shops today.

Inside, the ace matchman and England international hits the canal towpath to show you the excellent winter sport that can be had with this prehistoric-looking species.

On the specimen trail, Martin Bowler proves that big carp are still a viable target when the mercury drops, as he slips the net under a very satisfying 30lb mirror!

There is also an in-depth look at the latest E-Sox predator range, including new additions to our hard lure range and the all-new Dropshot goodies.

The Angling Times is in all good newsagents and also available for iOS and Android devices.