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1 Barbel, 4 Chub

Interesting beat and first time fishing the Upper Usk. Found farm parking point the most convenient parking spot. A easy short walk across field to river. Low water which was a surprise considering I was on the Wye the previous day. A lot of skinny clear water with some deeper pools. Would suit a 7'6'' rod as many over hanging trees. Only had one touch on a weighted nymphs but that was my lot. Was disappointed that I couldn't get below water fall from the point unless I had a ladder. Needs more water but a very interesting beat. Farmer was helpful with parking - Left by the shed.

WUF: Parking information for lower part could be more detailed. A simple WUF sign would confirm parking ponit. Also the road is a single lane and with very few passing points.

Nice setting

River at a good level Three rod fished catching 85 chub , including many at 4lb one at 5lb and 1 barbel At 7lb on pellets and luncheon meat.

1 Barbel, 85 Chub

I had a fantastic day on Thomas Wood fishery catching 2 barbel (5 lb and 2 lb) and 2 chub. I started with 14 mm halibut pellets but had no significant bites. I caught all the fish when I changed to luncheon meat. Thanks the Fishing Passport for sorting out my day ticket.

2 Barbel, 2 Chub

Stunning early morning session with the Chub and a few Barbel.

3 Barbel, 18 Chub

3 Trout

First time on this stretch with three anglers in our group. It was quite tough going and required plenty of roving the entire stretch throughout the day to find the fish. We managed three barbel between us (all in immaculate condition, the biggest a beautiful 8lb 6oz), 8 chub and 1 eel, all on ledgering tactics.
A lovely stretch, quite difficult with the overhanging trees in a lot of the swims and not really a wading/trotting location unless the river is really low and you can get out in it, and again only possible in a few swims I would suspect (deep in the margins with steep banks).
Really nice to be able to park right down by the river in the middle of the stretch via the gate alongside the line of trees (removing the two electric fence gateways - and of course re-attaching them!), but this wouldn't be possible once it starts getting wet and muddy.

3 Barbel, 8 Chub, 1 Other

Great day, biggest barbel 8lb 6oz

3 Barbel, 7 Chub

14 Trout