River Tweed River Report Week Ending 26th June
After
recent years of wet summers and lots of fish this season looks like it’s a
proper summer will low water and not many fish about to catch. Catches remain
on the low side and still a lack of sea trout as well very hard work at the
moment. The rods that are fishing early mornings and evenings are getting a bit
more sport. Friday and Saturday were much cloudier and cooler and 44 out of the
66 reported fish caught were on these 2 days.
With us
now half way through the season I have the reported catch at 1230 Salmon and
132 Sea Trout there will be some more to add from the non-reporting beats and
tributaries. Overall probably a below average return for the period out with
the restrictions during February and March the river has been very well let for
not a huge return of catches. We will need to wait for the next big rain to see
any huge improvement up the river but it would be nice to see a few more
getting caught around the bottom beats.
Above Kelso 29 fish were reported, Between Kelso and
Coldstream 23 were reported and below Coldstream 21 were reported. With the
best fishing being on the Lower Floors and Tillmouth beat’s where 10 salmon
were landed.
66 Salmon and 26 Sea Trout were landed for the week with the best fish 18lb Salmon
caught on the Tweedhill 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.
On
Upper North Wark, very low at the moment. Any enquiries or booking requests
please call Martin on 07825334427.
Lees Head Boatman Mr
Malcolm Campbell reports “Slow start to the week
but by Friday with the change of weather and river temps dropping we had a fish
or two and more importantly saw some fresh grilse and caught a grilse with long
tailed lice, 4 fish on Saturday 3 of which were fresh, all caught on a #10 Red
Frances double, the sunray had a few follows and boils but no connections. The
river could do with a couple of feet through it but the forecast is for warm
sunny days so early and late could be order of the day”
Berwick
and District Angling Association Secretary Mr Lee Ross reports “Good
start to week even though the gauge was at 4" Gary short managed a fish on
beat 3 on Monday night, through the week was quiet with warm weather and low
water, on Friday Gary short got another fish on beat 1 and will Shaw got a
cracking sea trout on beat 5, week ended with a a small lift which should make
the difference for the oncoming week, with a few sea trout starting to show it
could be a good week for us.. Tight lines for the week ahead”
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 3” and the water temperature is 64.
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 Boleside and Dryburgh Lower Beats to be in with a chance of fish this
week.
The
forecast this coming week, Tomorrow, it will be dry with plenty
of sunny spells, although a few patches of cloud may develop through the
afternoon. Winds will continue to be light. High pressure will dominate the
weather for next week. A dry and fine day is expected on Tuesday, but with a
chance of some thick cloud building in from the north. Wednesday looks to have
widespread low cloud in the morning, but this should soon clear away to leave
plenty of sunshine. Thursday will be another dry and settled day, with
extensive sunshine throughout.
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 towards the end of the week. Gledswood Shrimp, Willie
Gunn Flamethrower, Ghillie, Sunray Shadow, Silver Stoat’s Tail and Editor are all
capable to tempting fish on around ¼”- ½” tubes, dressed flies are now worth a
go more often in a size 8-14s. 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: 66 Salmon & 26 Sea
Trout
Total
caught so far this season: 1230 Salmon and 132 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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