The Essential Fly Reviews

4.8 Rating 2,129 Reviews

97 %

of reviewers recommend The Essential Fly

4.8

Based on 2,129 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 6th October 2024

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The Essential Fly 5 star review on 18th January 2024

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The Essential Fly 5 star review on 29th November 2023

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Anonymous // 01/01/2019

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“Great service and price and delivery.”

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Posted 9 months ago

“I have been a customer for a number of years. The service provided during the ordering and supply of materials was excellent. The materials are of a high quality. Most of the items I purchased are for future use, with the exception of the Bronze Mallard feathers, which I used to tie a specific fly , using the feathers to form a tail and a loop at the thorax. Thank you for a fantastic service. I will be purchasing more materials in the future. Best regards, David Paterson”

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Posted 9 months ago

“No response to emails Order split into two Only one arrived so far but you believe it was in one delivery I think can't be sure Waiting responses”

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Posted 9 months ago

Hi Mr Glanvill, we are very disappointed to see your feedback as we have actively been in touch with you via email. We have forwarded them all to you again and have since been in touch via the phone too to reassure you. We sincerely hope your deliveries are both now with you. All our records on Track and Trace show them as having arrived safely. We are available on the phone too during office hours on 01757333003 if you would like any assistance at any time. With all good wishes TEF customer care

Posted 9 months ago

We are very pleased to hear that your delivery is with you. Thank you and have a great Christmas Team TEF

Posted 9 months ago

“Exellent service polite staff top quality flies always e mail you when order has been posted”

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Posted 9 months ago

“A great fine point for fine work”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Delivery a little bit slow but I guess it's because of the time of year”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Ordered weds arrived Friday well inpressed with flys can’t wait to use thank you again Essential fly”

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Posted 10 months ago

“The Essential Fly, have provided a wonderful delivery service to my New Zealand address. Their prices are very competitive, compared to other U.K. business competitors. Customer care and feedback communication are excellent. I am very happy with the overall purchasing experience and shall continue to purchase goods and recommend The Essential Fly to other people. I am still awaiting the delivery of shipped goods and am therefore unable to provide a review at this current time.”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Always quality materials and great service , had a small issue with a missing stock item and they went above and beyond to help , delivery was rapid 👌”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Excellent selection, great quality and very quick delivery. I shop here several times a year.”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Excellent service”

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Posted 10 months ago

“The Essential Fly is an on line shop full of fly fishing items. I have been buying products from them for years. They are competitively priced and the products they sell are good quality. I highly recommend you at least go to their site and at least view the products before buying your fly fishing gear.”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Got a great black Friday deal,delivery 1st class.”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Excellent service, nothing is to much trouble very helpful.”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Great product range and prompt service with sensible free delivery level. Mildly frustrating habit of cancelling unavailable items rather than offering a substitution from their large range.”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Ordered the fly clips at a great price, bought the 3 sizes, very easy to order. Delivery was really quick, shall definitely order again.”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Had used your sevices in passed. Always very good and sharp!!!!”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Best Staff to pike meat”

The Essential Fly 5 star review on 22nd November 2023

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Posted 10 months ago

“Good products, great customer service. They called to advise when part of the order was out of stock and suggested an alternative. Only downside was speed of delivery - too used to next day now!”

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Posted 10 months ago

“Always an excellent service”

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Posted 10 months ago

The Essential Fly is rated 4.8 based on 2,129 reviews