The Essential Fly Reviews

4.8 Rating 2,222 Reviews

97 %

of reviewers recommend The Essential Fly

4.8

Based on 2,222 reviews

Shipping & Delivery
Delivery Methods	Postal Service
Average Delivery Time	Within 5 Days
On-time Delivery	Greater than 90%
Accurate And Undamaged Orders	98%
Customer Service
Communication Channels	Telephone, Email, Live Chat
Queries Resolved In	Under An Hour
Customer Service	4.9 out of 5

About The Essential Fly:

Specialists in Fly Fishing with salmon, trout flies, and flies for lots of other species. We sell Fly Fishing Tackle and gear and a huge range of Fly Tying Materials and Tools - The Essential Fly is a leading supplier of gear for fly fishermen, rainbow & brown trout flies, salmon flies and flies for every species from our massive selection. Fly tying materials and tools to satisfy every fly tyers needs. With tackle from Greys to Wychwood, from fly rods to waders, luggage and all of the accessories you will need.

We have won awards for customer service and believe in value and quality. Check our reviews from thousands of customers all around the world. Having delivered to over 50 countries from homes to fishing lodges for that last minute requirement.

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The Essential Fly 5 star review on 16th February 2025

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Anonymous // 01/01/2019

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“It is essential that your websites are unto date with stock.... yours is and I like that... Order :-) and it arrives soon afterwards..... I like that as well :-) after all when I need products and get them quickly I can then tie .... "The Essential Fly" ... so thank you a well thought out web site with good images of what I will receive...... Kindest Regards Norfolkflyfisher ..... a happy tier!!”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Actually called into the store instead of my usual online ordering. The service was superb, shown around, introduced to the team, given a coffee and then left to browse with someone on hand for any questions. Fantastic. If you're near Selby I recommend calling in.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“A fantastic company, every thing you need for tying always quality and postage is normally next day delivery, take a pat on the back, and well done.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Fast and efficient service!”

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Posted 6 years ago

“магазин мне нравится ,доставка быстрая ,товаром доволен,с уважением Олег.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“As always, an easy to use, efficient service, good quality product and prompt, reliable delivery. The Go-To site for my Mayfly trip preparation.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Could not be happier with the excellent service l received”

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Posted 6 years ago

“The only place to buy top quality fly fishing tackle and fly tying materials at very competitive prices with staff that go the extra mile to give advice if needed over the phone”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Good selection of materials and fly patterns, good quality and price.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Took adavantage of the 20% off January sales. placed a large order and couldn’t be happier. Ann and Andy were a pleasure to deal with, from answering general enquiries and offering advice on suitable products. I had to return one item which wasn’t quite what I was looking for and it was all very quick and painless. Overall excellent customer service and top quality products would recommend to any discerning fly fisherman.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Excellent service. Quick, and I received exactly what I ordered. Will definitely use your services again.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Friendly and helpful staff who are happy to offer advice over the phone. A first-rate service, with goods sent promptly and efficiently.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“The Flies are of good quality and arrived fastly after order”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Great service and well tied flys Prompt delivery will be back for more”

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Posted 6 years ago

“My wife and i went for the first time . and we was made to feel very welcome.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“All the requested items that were available were rapidly delivered and of very high quality. The cost of a single out-of-stock item was refunded immediately. Excellent range of materials for fly tying with great service.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Prompt service and goods purchased of high quality. Will use again.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Service great trying to renew my password for another order failed so i gave up!!!”

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Posted 6 years ago

We are sorry to hear you are having challenges trying to reset your password. Looking at your account we think we can see what has happened here. You have set up 2 accounts - both the same postal address but with different email addresses. One account has a lot of orders against it and the other just one order. So perhaps there is confusion there for the password reminder? We will be happy to help you fix this so you can get the products you need as quickly and as easily as possible! With best wishes The Essential Fly

Posted 6 years ago

“I like to buy from this company as they are so friendly to deal with. The service is quick and you are not waiting too long for your order.”

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Posted 6 years ago

“Really cool. Thanks for sending me some free cotton. Just right for a novice fly there to practice on. Regards Nathan Thomas Edwards”

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Posted 6 years ago

The Essential Fly is rated 4.8 based on 2,222 reviews