The river is shrinking down to almost summer level now as high pressure dominates the weather. The river as a whole produced around 14 but the trend is still showing a general lack of fish. A dozen were caught in the first half of the week then sunshine and low water pretty much killed off sport.

Mick Buttery struck lucky on the Association water on Tuesday when he landed his first of the season at 10lbs and immediately lost a bigger one in Roaries pool. A home tied MBTD was the killer fly fished on a floating line. 

Prospects are not great for the week ahead with no rain in sight until at least Friday however, this suits the Association water. You can now also languish in the new Angling Club hut which was officially opened on Saturday. Situated opposite the popular "Roaries Rock" hot spot in the middle of the Association water it is sure to be well used by locals and visitors alike.

The new hut open and ready for business.

Earlier in the week I had the pleasure of some guiding and instruction with a party of 4 keen trout anglers, they were salmon fishing for the first time and thouroghly enjoyed the experience. 4 rods and equipment were hired out and we supply this service all through the season. Call us for more details as we have a full programme of instruction on offer per hour on a daily basis.

Getting to grips with salmon rods on the Flat pool.