Ben and Pete are no different.. Two middle-aged mates on their first fishing trip since their friend Marko took his own life, a complete and utter shock to them both. Even the crazy stories ...

Two working-class buddies, Joe and Gus, win a contest and get a free fishing trip. When they arrive, everything goes wrong - hurricanes, stolen car, blow-ups and other catastrophes follow them.

In addition to heart problems, Bob also suffered from a severe case of Shingles which was so painful it forced him to drop out of filming for Gone Fishing, resulting in comedian Lee Mack stepping in.

so hopes are high that they could catch something big Later, they attempt mackerel fishing on Chesil Beach, close to the feeding peak at dusk.