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Tuesday 23 July 2019

River Tweed River Report Week Ending 20th July 2019 - Tay Salmon Fly


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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