River Tweed
River Report Week Ending 20th July
A hot clammy week that
with rather unpleasant humidity made for tricky fishing conditions. Early and
Late fishing brought some results. Some much needed rain came and the river
rose nearly 2ft on Monday so there should be fish on the move this week. Would
expect a few sea trout to be caught in the early part of the week and some
fresh salmon hopefully entering the river.
Above Kelso 19 fish were reported, with the Dryburgh
Upper and Bemersyde Beats landing 4 each having the best of the fishing. Mr Gerard
Knecht landed a fish on the Boat Pool on Dryburgh Upper on a Stoat’s Tail.
Between Kelso and Coldstream 12 fish were reported
with the fish scattered about a few beats. Mr Lee Ross landed a lovely fresh
grilse.
Below Coldstream 33 fish were reported, with Tillmouth
landed 14 for the week, Milne Graden 6 and Ladykirk 7. At Waltham and Dritness Mr
Jack Weightman landed a nice 8lb fish while on Thursday Mr Mike Wood landed 4
fish weighing 10lb, 10lb, 12lb and 20lb.
On the River Till, the catches slowed up this week
with lower water levels but fish continue to be caught with 4 Salmon and 14 Sea
Trout were reported, 1 Salmon and 7 Sea Trout at Redscar and Upper Tindal, 1
Salmon and 3 Sea Trout on Flodden and 2 Sea
Trout at Tiptoe.
73 Salmon and 56 Sea Trout, with the best fish for the week was 16lb Salmon caught
on the Junction beats.
Middle Pavilion Head Ghillie Steven Charlton reports “One sea trout for the week, Caught by Miss Anne
Woodcock on a small blue and black tube, Rising colouring water put an early
end to fishing early on Saturday, a few pulls earlier on the week but nothing
stuck.”
Bemersyde Head Ghillie Mr Ian
Farr reports “Needed more water, let's hope it comes this next week. We managed
4 this week 1 old river fish and 3 fresh ones Fiona Brown had a spanker of 8lbs
stripping a monkey fly in the boat pool not bad for the low water conditions.
Very few rods fished last week, might have had more with extra effort back to
cutting weed next week if it stays clear”
On Upper North Wark, building works are continuing,
fished 1 evening this week and Mr Stuart Norris landed a nice 7lb Sea Trout.
Berwick
and District Angling Association Secretary Dave Cowan reports “Whiteadder
dropped steadily to finish at 3 inches this morning. No fish reported for
the week and river in need of rain”
We are blessed in this area to have some superb local fishing
tackle shops that are well worth a visit the superb well stocked Borders
Gunroom in St Boswells and Fin and Game in Kelso I would recommend for a
rummage round which and find out from the local staff what’s currently doing
the damage on the river and lochs.
After any fishing trip on the Tweed it’s always worth a trip
to Kelso to enjoy a superb meal with great atmosphere in the fabulous Contented
Vine restaurant. I would highly recommend it as a must visit during your trip.
Call 01573 224777 to reserve your table.
The stunning Saddler Cottage, located within the grounds of
Tillmouth Park in now under new ownership. Suitable for fishers and families
this lovely cottage is very handily placed for fishing the Lower and Bottom
Tweed beats. If you would like more information please check out the link https://www.crabtreeandcrabtree.com/properties/saddler-cottage/
The week
ended with the level at Sprouston 1ft 1” and the water temperature is 60.
Looking
at the availability for this coming week I would recommend Boleside, Milne
Graden and Ladykirk beats should have a chance of some action this week.
The forecast
this coming week, Overnight showers and thunderstorms may linger in places for
a time in the morning, but should clear to leave it largely dry for much of the
day, with some sunnier spells. Thursday should be largely dry and very
warm, but there is an increasing likelihood of showers or perhaps a
thunderstorm through the day. Friday looks to be cloudier and cooler with the
chance of showers as low pressure approaches from the west. It looks like
remaining unsettled on Saturday, with more showers possible.
As always
I would like to thank all those who provide me with the information to make
this report, it is very much appreciated. If you have any information or
photo’s you would like included please get in touch with Martin on 07825334427
or info@taysalmonfly.co.uk
Look at
what to bring for the week aheads fishing, Floating lines with assorted poly
leaders should suffice on most places with Gledswood Shrimp, Sunray Shadow,
Ghillie and Cascader are all capable to tempting fish on half inch or dressed
flies in size 10 and 12. On the spinning front the Blue Rapala, 18-20gm tobies
should bring results.
As always
come prepared and always listen to the advice of your boatman or ghillie. If
you’re needing to top up your fly box ahead of your trip please check out
www.taysalmonfly.co.uk
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Season So
Far catches
Total
catch last week: 73 Salmon 56 Sea Trout
Total
caught so far this season: 1953 Salmon and 826 Sea Trout
As
reported on Fishtweed:-
(Biggest
Salmon 20lb Sprouston & BDAA Whiteadder)
(Biggest
Sea Trout 13lb Sprouston)
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