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River Tweed River Report Week Ending 24th April 2021 - Tay Salmon Fly

River Tweed River Report Week Ending 24^th April

 

What a week for weather it was more like the Costa Del Tweed than normal April weather on Tweedside I’m sure many will have enjoyed the weather just not so much the fishers. We had a frosty start most mornings but by lunchtime we were getting backed with bright blue skies and temperatures reaching 18-20 degrees some days, wind from the east kept a cooler feel and lights and some rather red looking faces were glowing by the end of the week. Looking at the forecast this week is looking a bit more overcast with is going to coincide with some bigger tides maybe just maybe we might see some more fish enter the river this week.

 

Fishing in the evening at Bemersyde Mr Dave Dray landed fish of 7lbs and 6lbs from the Woodside on a Size 10 Usk Grub. Interestingly one of the fish had previously being caught and tagged in the same pool on the 1^st April. Fishing at the Junction there was success for Billy and Shirley Jack. The Slap Pool on the Lees produced fish for Mr Micheal Black, Mr Jonathan Reddin and Mr Jim Fleming. Mr Connor Alexander Newcombe landed a nice fish at Tweedhill on a Sunray. On Waltham and Dritness Mr Ron Martin and Mr Jack Weightman both landed fish of 8lbs.

 

Above Kelso 6 fish were reported, Between Kelso and Coldstream 29 were reported and below Coldstream 15 was reported. With the best fishing being on the Junction beat where 7 springers were landed.

50 Salmon and 1 Sea Trout were landed for the week with the best fish 14lb Salmon caught on the Junction and Hendersyde beats.

 

If you catch a tagged fish then please take a note of the tag number, this can be made easier by taking a photo of the tag. To report a tagged fish please contact the Tweed Foundation on 01896 848 277 or the Head Fishery Officer on 07884 230 045.

 

Lower Birgham Head Boatman Mr Tom Davis reports “Well not a week full of stories of big fish, nor small fish or in actual fact any fish caught... apart from a brief contact on Tuesday afternoon. But it felt more like a summer holiday with the nice weather, sun shining, bbq burning etc etc than a hard core fishing holiday. But so much more of the fishing is sometimes appreciated in there quieter weeks. We all want fish, of course we do. But when the weather was so good where better to be than on the river bank.

Whilst at times last week we wondered if there were any fish in our beat or they had abandoned ship and moved on in the deeper or faster beats. Quite an interesting few hours was spend drifting with Polaroid’s over the deeper pools and plenty fish were seen and very clearly, in fact 2 could be spotted with tags in them already from a previous capture.

Fingers crossed my weather app is correct, as some rain showers and cooler temperatures are what it shows... let’s hope it’s right! Tight lines. Tom”

 

 

 

 

On Upper North Wark, with the bright weather we fished mostly mornings before the heat of the day. Was quite encouraging to see fish most days. Any enquiries or booking requests please call Martin on 07825334427.

 

Lees Head Boatman Mr Malcolm Campbell reports “A slow week on the Lees, 5 landed all brand new, 1 lost and a couple of other pulls. The sunray/collie dug brought a few fish to have a look at it but none would grab hold. For the full weeks report go to Malcolm's fishing reports on the Lees page on tweedbeats for photos and film clips follow tweedbeats on Instagram.”

Berwick and District Angling Association Secretary Mr Lee Ross reports “Not much to report this week, with low water and bright sunshine it made fishing difficult, some rain forecast for the week so fingers crossed we get a rise and entice some fish into the system.”

 

 

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. 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.

 

***COMING SOON*** Fantastic new self-catering accommodation at the 1905 Holiday Let which sits in a peaceful position on the cobbled streets of Kelso above 1905 Bar where one can enjoy a pint of real ale or a G&T in a cosy yet traditional bar. Four Bedroomed apartment in central Kelso for Holiday or longer term let. The accommodation sleeps 8 people. More details to follow when this superbly refurbished to a very high standard accommodation will be available for bookings.

 

 

 

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 4” and the water temperature is 46.

 

 

At this stage in the report I would normally have my suggested beats to book for the week ahead, however with all the Covid Restrictions in place and each beat using their own guidelines I will refrain from suggestions until the river is opened back up for fishing a bit more normally.

 

 

The forecast this coming week, starting dry with patchy clouds tomorrow morning. Turning cloudier in the afternoon with patchy rain moving in from the north. A moderate wind for some. Low pressure returns to bring some unsettled weather over the next few days. Tuesday will see areas of cloud and rain through the day, clearing southwards in the evening. Wednesday will be largely cloudy with a few showers, but sunny spells will develop during breaks in the cloud. A similar day is expected on Thursday, with showers perhaps turning wintry over the hills.

 

 

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 ahead, Floating with assorted poly leaders should suffice on most beats. Gledswood Shrimp, Tritton Shrimp, Willie Gunn, Sunray Shadow and Aurora Cascade are all capable to tempting fish on around ½”- ¾” tubes, dressed flies are now worth a go more often in a size 8-12s. On the spinning front Rapala, Flying C and Toby 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 (This figure is a rough guide as there are quite a few beats that don’t report)

 

Total catch last week:  50 Salmon & 1 Sea Trout

Total caught so far this season: 343 Salmon and 19 Sea Trout

As reported on Fishtweed:-

(Biggest Salmon 19lb Hendersyde)

(Biggest Sea Trout 6lb Upper North Wark)

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River Tweed River Report Week Ending 17th April 2021 - Tay Salmon Fly

River Tweed River Report Week Ending 17^th April

 

Another week passes and a slight improvement in the catches but nothing to shout home about. With the water levels dropping in towards summer level the bottom end of the river started to catch fish with 10 landed below Coldstream, which is a bit more encouraging that there are still fish entering the river with a good few of the fish reported last week carrying sea lice. With no real rain forecast on the forecast and more sunshine it just seems like taking it week by week and hoping to see some sort of improvement in the catches. With the easing of the travel restrictions this week anglers from Scotland can fish and from the 26^th it sounds like we can welcome fishers from south of the border.

 

Mr Alan Morrison had success at Upper Floors, On the Junction Mr Iain Wilson got the week off and running with a nice fish taken on a 9mm Puppy Dog, fished of a Hover/Intermediate line with a 3.9ips tip, on Saturday Mr Crispin Rodwell had a nice fish from the Hawthorn Pool on a Posh Tosh dressed double. At the Lees there was success in the Learmouth Stream on a Gold Conehead Cascade, Mr Ross Jones landed a nice fresh fish on a Green Butt Stoat’s Tail while Mr Alex Scott landed a fish in the Slap on a Cascade Conehead. Fishing at Tweedhill Mr Dave Moody landed a lovely fresh 12lber on the fly. Fishing on the BDAA stretch of the Whiteadder Mr Ian Hunter landed the biggest reported fish of the week a 15lber.

 

Above Kelso 7 fish were reported, Between Kelso and Coldstream 24 were reported and below Coldstream 10 was reported. With the best fishing being on the Hendersyde beat where 7 springers were landed.

42 Salmon and 2 Sea Trout were landed for the week with the best fish 15lb Salmon caught on the BDAA Whiteadder beat.

 

If you catch a tagged fish then please take a note of the tag number, this can be made easier by taking a photo of the tag. To report a tagged fish please contact the Tweed Foundation on 01896 848 277 or the Head Fishery Officer on 07884 230 045.

 

Lower Birgham Head Boatman Mr Tom Davis reports “There have been some tough weeks on the river so far for April. April has always been the so called big catching month for springers where we are in the river. With many April’s being into the teens for the month, and some years up to 36 fish for the month. But so far it has been tough going. Is it because of the cold river temps for the time of year, is it the low water? Is it the wall to wall sunshine? Or is it the ‘itch’ that has put the fish off? Who knows for sure? But all these things together have made the fish numbers be lower than we would like. On a more positive note we did start to see some fish moving towards the end of the week. Some showing in the streams but most were seen in the deeper holes drifting over them in the boat. So they are there. We just have to find out how to get them. The Weather reports some cooler days next week and even the possibility of a shower or two. This could just be the catalyst that the fish need to become more active and hopefully take our offerings. As the weeks go on, the lockdowns ease and we are able to welcome more of our rods to the river. Some who haven’t been able to fish for 2 years with us. It will be good to see them back and enjoying out outside sport. Hopefully a more productive week ahead, but every week we can spend on the river is always an enjoyable one. Tight lines. Tom”

 

 

 

 

On Upper North Wark, very lightly fished last week with more focus on some wee jobs around the beat. Any enquiries or booking requests please call Martin on 07825334427.

 

Lees Head Boatman Mr Malcolm Campbell reports “3 salmon and a seatrout for the week plus a couple of other pulls isn't too bad for the conditions we were faced with. Cloudless skies flat calm and almost summer level. Some days we saw a fish or two moving through and it was a case of right time right place if you caught one. Best fish was a 20lber on Monday from Learmouth stream. No real rain forecast so it’s going to be another difficult week. For full report see Malcolm's fishing report on Lees page of Tweedbeats and foe latest pics n clips follow tweedbeats on Instagram.”

Berwick and District Angling Association Secretary Mr Lee Ross reports “Great start to the week with Committee member Ian Hunter yet again pulls it off getting a brilliant fish estimated about 15lb but this dry weather and wind made things quiet for the rest of the week. With it dropped down and to 4 inches now we're in desperate need of rain. With a dry forecast next week we're going to have to do rain dance at this rate. Still one or two fish creeping in the river at the moment. Light tackle like intermediate tips size 12/14 dressed flies should hopefully tempt them. Gledswood or ally shrimp would be best. Tight lines for the week everyone”

 

 

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. 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 6” and the water temperature is 43.

 

 

At this stage in the report I would normally have my suggested beats to book for the week ahead, however with all the Covid Restrictions in place and each beat using their own guidelines I will refrain from suggestions until the river is opened back up for fishing a bit more normally.

 

 

The forecast this coming week, Tomorrow will start brightly in a few areas but it will turn cloudier through the day. It should stay mostly dry too, although with the chance of a few showers drifting in from the west. On Tuesday, a band of rain is expected to drift in from the west. It is expected to turn drier in the evening with clear spells developing overnight. Wednesday will be dry and sunny with just a few patches of cloud around. High pressure will continue to dominate for Thursday with plenty of sunshine and light winds expected. Temperatures will be around or just below average.

 

 

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 ahead, Floating with assorted poly leaders should suffice on most beats. Gledswood Shrimp, Tritton Shrimp, Willie Gunn, Monkey and Aurora Cascade are all capable to tempting fish on around ½”- 1” tubes, dressed flies are now worth a go more often in a size 8-12s. On the spinning front Rapala, Flying C and Toby 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 (This figure is a rough guide as there are quite a few beats that don’t report)

 

Total catch last week:  42 Salmon & 2 Sea Trout

Total caught so far this season: 293 Salmon and 18 Sea Trout

As reported on Fishtweed:-

(Biggest Salmon 19lb Hendersyde)

(Biggest Sea Trout 6lb Upper North Wark)

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