Tony Andrews Valedictory
I once asked a senior government scientist what is distinctive about the contribution made by AST. He replied, “independent, creative and measured”. He added that the Trust’s reputation depends on...
View ArticleCheque of £8,348 to AST
“Dear Mark, I want to find a way of thanking your fishing customers direct for their generous donations, which has enabled you to send a cheque for £8,348.50 to support the work of AST. One of the...
View ArticleGary Scott Casting Course
One place has become available, due to a cancellation, on the popular casting course with World Spey Casting Champion and AAPGAI Instructor Gary Scott. This 3 day residential course in May is...
View ArticleFlies For Spring
We are settled into normal spring conditions, bright sunny mornings, dropping water levels and your breath can be seen by your angling friend in the next pool. Yes its perfect for that Spring fish to...
View ArticleFishPal Reel In National Award!
FishPal with the Minister for Business, Energy and Tourism – copyright FishPal have landed the Scotland CAN DO Award for Innovation at the National Final of the Scottish Thistle Awards last Friday (18...
View ArticleEvents For April / May
Each month we will be sharing fishing events in the UK for salmon and trout offering tuition and advice. This months events include Scottish salmon courses, ladies days in Hampshire and junior salmon,...
View ArticleCumbria is open for fishing
This winter cumbria was hit hard by the storms and at first glance, it would seem that with all the devastation incurred there was little hope of recovery any time soon. Nature is very resilient and...
View ArticleApril Tactics From Caledonia Fly Company
Still plenty of fresh water running as we start this wonderful April month of spring salmon fishing. This is truly the best month for getting out there and trying to catch your first or even your...
View ArticleFishing For Sale
Fishing on Lochlane and Laggan for salmon with the fly has given me some memorable moments over the years. The early flight from Gatwick had us on the river soon after 10am and in 2 days we were into 3...
View Article#AskAnAngler
Have you a fishing question to ask our fishing experts? Whether you are new to fishing or have been doing it for years, ask our experts. The best questions sent in will be answered on Wednesday 27th...
View ArticleTrout Fishing – Paul Procter
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA The Kildrummy Inn presides over what many consider prime wild trout water on the Aberdeenshire Don. All I know are my visits to this part of the world seem all too infrequent and...
View ArticleFishPal Are Recruiting
The FishPal group of sites are growing and expanding. The growth we are seeing and forecasting means that I’m looking for new people to come and join the team. via FishPal Are Recruiting —
View ArticleIntroduction to Fishing
25 June at Canonbie Introduction to fishing – Buccleuch Estate, Fishpal and Border Esk Angling Club The meeting point for this event, The Family Day on the Border Esk, was at Canonbie Church, and what...
View ArticlePrime Tay Fishing For Sale
24 consecutive weeks for 6 rods in perpetuity on one of the most renowned and admired salmon fisheries. The Stobhall beat extends to some 1.8 miles and is opposite Taymount, with whom there is a...
View ArticleScottish Government Support for Angling Clubs
We are pleased to announce that FishPal have been appointed as delivery partner to the Scottish Government for the proposed programme of help to Angling Clubs to mitigate the impact of mandatory catch...
View Article7th Irish Fly Fair & Angling Show
Ireland’s biggest fly fishing extravaganza, and now one of the top fly fishing shows in Europe. The 7th Irish Fly Fair and International Angling Show – Galway Bay Hotel in Salthill. 12th and 13th of...
View ArticleRecord breaking September already beating summer months — Official blog of...
The provisional mid-month statistics for September are in and clearly show the unseasonably warm weather the UK has been experiencing. In the first half of September the UK was on average warmer than...
View ArticleMonster Lochy Salmon
Lochy Ghillie John MacIssac caught a fish of a lifetime on Thursday 29th September. The fish measured at 46.6 in (118.3cm) and estimated between 38 to 41 pounds. It’s a PB for John and, for now, the...
View ArticlePink Linda Tyne Charity Day
Anglers enjoyed some fine fly fishing on Tyne beats earlier this month and raised £1600 for local charities. During the two days a total of 15 salmon and sea trout were caught up to 15.2lb. Two 15lbers...
View Article12 Salmon River Ure 14-21 October.
Three anglers have enjoyed an excellent weeks fishing on the Bolton Hall Estate this week with 12 salmon up to 16 pounds and 2 sea trout to their rods. Both fished the 3 rod Thoresby Beat which offers...
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