Feedback & Reports

I used a variety of dry and wet flies plus lures. I managed a take on a dry though I didn’t connect with the fish. The day was enjoyable however I found the beat to be challenging with steep banks and many trees to contend with.
I was the only rod fishing the beat that day so I imaging others felt the same.
I was disappointed to find that only one bank was accessible when the description clearly states the beat has two fishing banks. I feel this needs to be more accurately described in the website so that potential customers understand the limitations of the beat in order to make an informed decision.

Fishing Passport Note : Some double bank fisheries will only have access on one bank. It is always worth mentioning a double bank fishery, as anglers can fish the beat with the knowledge that no-one will be fishing opposite.

activity quiet, dace caught on legered maggots. River fairly clear, no wind, 5-10 degrees

1 Other

4 Chub and 1 Dace trotting; 2 Chub on feeder; no Barbel; water was cold.

6 Chub, 1 Other

Fish caught using GB feeder and maggots.

1 Trout, 2 Chub

1 Chub

Feeder fishing with GB pellet and maggot. Had 4 chub with the biggest at 5lb

4 Chub

Great day in beautiful surroundings, quiet start to the day but action picked up from midday.

1 Barbel, 12 Chub

The river was lowish and being clear could well be testing conditions especially with an otter, goosander and cormorants all present, however chub succumbed to trotting and ledgering tactics. Only one angler on today and lost count on the amount of chub caught, >30 anyway. From 1.5lb to nearly 5lb and notable change in fish activity heading in to dusk. No barbel showed sadly, but an enjoyable day. The steps added to the heart attack hill are a welcome addition.

30 Chub

Access has been improved ,but still a struggle when you can't leave anything at home.
Slow start but late afternoon really came alive ,dusk saw the barbel take an interest. Fabulous day ,first burn of the year, as in the sun and glare all day.

3 Barbel, 10 Chub

Arrived at the beat full of optimism.
River finning down to a good level.
I tried a different approach today to avoid the chub.
Some success.
A great day being on the bank.

2 Barbel, 3 Chub