River Tweed River Report Week Ending 15th May
After a
reasonable week last week this week started off with steady water levels before
some heavy rain caused the river to rise nearly all day on Wednesday to around
2ft 6 at Sprouston and leaving behind it a very dark beery water with quite a
bit of sediment in it which might have affected the catches towards the end of
the week. The flood could have done with being bigger to give the riverbed a
good clean out as there is a fair abundance of algae on the bottom now, making
for slippy wading and clouds of muck flowing downstream with nearly every step.
The lift in the water has pushed fish up through the system and some appearing
to be reaching the upper river with Holylee reporting a fish on Tuesday. The
week ahead is looking showery but no real rain until later in the week and with
the winds swinging to a more south westerly direction let hope a few fish show
up in the river this week and the rods can get a good go at them with the river
looking very good heading into Monday and to top it all the fabulous Contented
Vine restaurant in Kelso reopens tomorrow after the easing of the covid
restrictions.
Mr James
Fleming landed a 10lber, while Border Stalker Mr Iain Wilson landed 2 this
week, one from Mertoun which was taken on a ½” Tungsten Posh Tosh fished of a
Float/Inty line and a 10ft Fast Sink Tip and one from Makerstoun on the
spinner. Mr Stuar Norris had an amazing day at Rutherford on Saturday landing 4
springers on the fly. Two in the Slap and Two in the Mill Stream. Mr Gerald
Wainwright had a cracking 8lb Sea Trout at Upper Hendersyde taken on a Size 10
Posh Tosh. Fishing at Hendersyde Mr Simon Furniss landed two fish, 8lb and 10lb
both on a size 8 Cascader. Fishing at Upper North Wark Mr Bill Shields had an
early birthday present landing 3 springers, two on a Willie Gunn UV Feeler and
one on the Burrly. Fishing at the Lees
Mr Jonathan Maddock had a good start landing four on Monday, Mr John MacLeod
landed a beautiful fresh fish in Iron Gate Point on a 1” Tube. Mr Steve Robins
landed an 11lber on a 1” Posh Tosh tube fished of a 5ips tip. On the BDAA water
on the River Whiteadder there was success for Mr Brain Thomson, Mr Ron Campbell
landed an 8lber, Mr Alan Spence landed an 8lber on a 15mm Hazels Fancy and Mr
Alex Scott landed a nice fresh fish from Beat 1 on Saturday.
123 Salmon and 15 Sea Trout were landed for the week with the best fish 24lb Salmon
caught on the Junction 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 “Well a week full of promise. Not very often do we have a week of such great water. Clear but not too clear, coloured but not too dirty and no drastic rain forecast to ruin the river or our spirits. But with all great plans there is always the chance of something out of our control not quite lining up and this last week it seemed there was a slight lack of abundance of fish. Whilst we caught a few and what we caught was in sparkling condition, there were days where pulls or even sightings were few and far between. But we did have fish, we did have very fresh fish. We caught, tagged and released some truly magnificent spring salmon. And what a joy it was, and how lucky to do what we do. This year so far isn’t one where we have broken any catch records, either good or bad. But the quality of what we have been catching had been breath taking. Virtually everyone sea liced or super fresh, each fighting hard and going away strong. Continuing upriver to carry on its fantastic journey up to the upper reaches of the river, stream or burn from where its own story began. Looking to next week it looks like continuing dropping water levels and slightly warmer days could hopefully bring more salmon out to play. It will certainly be welcome and see what really did come into the river last week. As ever tight lines to all and fingers crossed for some more of these perfect silver bullets. Tight lines, Tom”
On
Upper North Wark, the week started well with Mr Bill Shields landing 3 on
Monday, a couple lost on Wednesday in the rising water, with a few showing
around the beat a bit frustrating not to catch some more. Any enquiries or
booking requests please call Martin on 07825334427.
Lees Head Boatman Mr
Malcolm Campbell reports “A quiet week on the
Lees for seeing fish, we did manage 7 for the week but 4 of them fell to
Jonathan Maddocks on the Monday so that only left 3 for the rest of the week.
One day was lost to a bit of a rise and some milky colour. It’s still on the
cold side and water temps are struggling to reach 50f. We are fishing inch tube
or #8 dressed flies on fast sink tips of varying lengths. For a full report go
to Malcolm’s fishing reports on the Lees page of Tweedbeats, follow Tweedbeats
on Instagram for latest pics and clips.”
Berwick and District Angling Association Secretary Mr Lee
Ross reports “Good start to the week with five landed in various pools, and
then one on the Tuesday, on Wednesday we had a flash flood due to heavy rain in
the hills which made the river unfishable for a couple of days, then on
Saturday Alex Frere-Scott landed a sparkling 8lber from beat one, 7 for the
week and river level at 1'2" now so it’s on the low side again, so next
week it'll be back to intermediate tips and small dressed flies.”
James Armstrong from Chasing Fins report’s “Another superb week on his stretch of the
Whiteadder. Even though we lost half the week to dirty water, we still ended on
6 fish for the week. 5 of those fish carrying sea lice which is great to see.
Largest was 13Ibs. Bringing the total to 14 for our season. Most of the fish
were eager to chase dressed flies and small tubes sub surface which made for some
very exciting fishing. www.chasingfins.co.uk”
Places to Stay, Eat and Browse Locally
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.
***NOW AVAILABLE FOR BOOKINGS*** 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. To
book a stay in this superbly refurbished to a very high standard accommodation
please go to this link https://abnb.me/ITUcD4HPOfb
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.
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/
If anyone would
like to get in touch for advice or enquire about fishing, fishing tackle and
fly tying, deer stalking etc., or just for a chat here are my contact details.
Iain Wilson, Mobile. 07736903379 Email. borderstalker@gmail.com Website. borderstalker.com
A new and
freshly available holiday let. The ‘Kelso Cobbles’ is a self-catering
accommodation that can sleep 9 people. There are 4 large double bedrooms, two
that are zip linked (so can be made into twin rooms). There are 2 spacious
bathrooms. With large comfortable and spacious living areas. It has a separate
dining room and benefits from its location of being very close to all local
restaurants and shops in the centre of Kelso and overlooking the beautiful
Kelso Abbey. For more information and bookings please contact Jason
07836270390.
The week
ended with the level at Sprouston 1ft 1” and the water temperature is 50.
Looking
at the availability for the week ahead, the river is really busy with not much
availability for the next few months. If you are looking to fish the river I
would suggest booking sooner rather than later to avoid missing out. I would
recommend Lower Pavillion, Dryburgh and Horncliffe to be in with a chance of
fish this week.
The
forecast this coming week, a cloudy start tomorrow, with a few
light showers. Turning drier into the afternoon with cloud giving way to plenty
of sunshine for the rest of the day. A gentle westerly wind. Tuesday will bring
plenty of sunshine throughout the day, with only a few light showers in places
through the afternoon. Wednesday will be a similar day, although the showers in
the afternoon will turn heavy and thundery once again. Low pressure will move
in around Thursday, although there is considerable uncertainty surrounding this
at this point.
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, Ghillie, 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: 123 Salmon & 15 Sea
Trout
Total
caught so far this season: 701 Salmon and 55 Sea Trout
As
reported on Fishtweed:-
(Biggest
Salmon 24lb Junction)
(Biggest
Sea Trout 10lb Tillmouth)
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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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