River Tweed River Report Week Ending 10th April
Another
pretty disappointing week of catches with sunny overhead conditions with a very
cold northerly wind, which resulted in some snow flurries mostly towards the
end of the week. Water levels are dropping in towards summer levels and with no
real sign of rain coming for the next week or two there is only a chance of a
wee snow melt lift but nothing major. I did notice that the Tay’s catch has
picked up in the last week, hopefully this means there are some fish on their
way down the coast heading for the Tweed.
Dryburgh
Upper got off the mark for the season with a 6lb fish carrying sea lice got by
ghillie Mr Brian Douglas on the fly. On Bemersyde Mr Bill De La Hay landed the
biggest fish of the week of the river with a 16lb fish caught on a Gold Bodied
Willie Gunn. Fishing at Boleside Mr Doug Unkels landed a nice fish on the fly.
Rutherford picked away during the week with Mr James Henderson having success
on the fly in the Dub while Mr Dave Walker had success in the Slap landing a
6lber. Fishing on the BDAA stretch of the Whiteadder Mr Ian Hunter landed a
stunning 11lb springer from Clarabad.
Above Kelso 15 fish were reported, Between Kelso and
Coldstream 14 were reported and below Coldstream 4 was reported. With the best
fishing being on the Middle Mertoun and Junction beats where 4 springers were
landed.
34 Salmon and 0 Sea Trout were landed for the week with the best fish 16lb Salmon
caught on the Bemersyde beat.
One bit of great news this week was finally after a
long wait the anticipation can build for the fabulous Contented Vine reopening
on the 17th May. I for one am looking forward to finally getting
back. To reserve a table for the reopening call
01573 224777.
With the relaxation of some
restrictions, Self-Catering accommodation on the English side of the river
reopens from Monday.
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.
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.
Berwick and District Angling Association Secretary Mr Lee
Ross reports “Still low water too low for our preferable height. Yet midweek
one of our committee members Mr Ian Hunter managed to land a beautiful 11lb bar
of silver from Clarabad Mill, On a 9' #5.. Well done and well deserved after
all the hours he's put into the bank maintenance on beat 1. Prospects look good
for the week ahead with the warmer weather forecast... These North winds are a
killer... Old saying goes apparently the strong North wind stirs the sand bar
in the estuary and the fish aren't keen on passing through it. Let's hope for a
better forecast this week and tight lines to 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 9” and the water temperature is 42.
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 be a dry day with
plenty of sunshine. However, some patchy cloud may drift in at times during the
afternoon. Feeling milder than previous days. Tuesday will likely see a
mixture of sunshine and showers, but there is some uncertainty regarding the
amount of rain that is likely to fall. Wednesday and Thursday look drier and
settled as high pressure builds in. Wednesday may remain quite cloudy, but
Thursday looks to be a fine day. Feeling milder as the week progresses.
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: 34 Salmon & 0 Sea
Trout
Total
caught so far this season: 250 Salmon and 16 Sea Trout
As
reported on Fishtweed:-
(Biggest
Salmon 19lb Hendersyde)
(Biggest
Sea Trout 6lb Upper North Wark)
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To book or enquire about fishing on the Upper North Wark beat on the River Tweed please give Martin a call on 07825 334427
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