River Tweed River Report Week Ending 17th 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 26th
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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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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