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A Kingfisher course fishing set from Argos will suit a beginner (I am
still using mine after 4 years) it comes with 2 rods 1 for float and 1
for ledgering etc.........
http://www.argos.co.uk/webapp/wcs/st...roductId=82222
less than £30.00.
Other items in there also suitable such as seat box.

As Phil L said, Bolton is a good fishing area.

Also in Bolton if you live anywhere near is BAS, they carry 2nd hand
gear as well as new stuff - £20 - £2000 suits all pockets.

I am happy with the argos stuff,
but disapointed with my first carp rod
(the length of the but gets caught in my coat)