Ricky Rayment's surprise career change: 'It's the best decision I ever made'

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He is better known as one of the famous faces from The Only Way is Essex, spending four years on our screens as part of the reality tv hit.

But Ricky Rayment has revealed that he has now ventured into a new career - and it’s the best decision he’s ever made. “Fishing is my business and my passion,” revealed the 33 year old, speaking out as part of an exclusive joint interview and photo shoot with his Coronation Street actress partner Katie McGlynn. “I came off TOWIE and was doing bits and pieces on TV but it wasn't something that really fuelled the fire in my belly.

I've always loved fishing and being next to water, enjoying the outdoors - I’m a water baby at heart - and I started fishing years ago with my dad and kept it up, going to a local lake. “Then the chance came up to buy into that business and it’s been the best decision of my life.

I've been so much happier and had clearer vision. I’ve been more focused.” The business, Crowsheath Fishery based in Essex, plays into Ricky’s passion for being out and about among nature - one that’s shared by Katie. “I’m happiest outdoors, I love camping and going on hikes and it’s great that I’m now with someone who loves that too; someone I can share adventures with," he shared. "Katie’s not a girly girl who moans if she gets her hands dirty; she’s not bothered. “I haven't taken Katie fishing yet because it's been so cold, but that's next on the agenda.” But Ricky hasn’t ruled out a return to the small screen if the right opportunity arose, telling us: “I don't know if I would do a reality show again, particularly if it was delving into my private life and creating stress and arguments.