Sweethope Lough is a renowned Northumbrian stillwater located between Knowesgate, Kirkwhelpington and Ridsdale in the Northumberland hills. When you mention Sweethope Lough fly fisherman will tend to think of large, hard fighting rainbow trout. The fishery is well regarded in the angling press and has a loyal customer base from across the North East, Cumbria and Southern Scotland.
Month: March 2006
Stillwater Trout Fishery
Stillwater Trout Fishery in Devon is a dream as the fish here respond well to traditional wet flies like the March Brown and Butcher. The popularity of these establishe favourites may have dipped elsewhere but local anglers swear by these, and the Greenwell’s Glory, for trout fishing success.
When fly fishing in Devon at Stillwater Trout Fishery arrive early if you can to take advantage of the great hatches that often occur first thing in the morning.
Lower Bruckland Trout Fishery
Lower Bruckland Trout Fishery in Devon offers a number of lakes for the fly fisherman, two of which were opened in 2006. Trout anglers flock from far afield to try their hand at some of the regularly stocked Rainbow Trout. Catches in excess of 13lb are not uncommon.
When fly fishing in Devon at Lower Bruckland Trout Fishery try patterns such as Hares Ear Nymph’s, Damsels and CDC’s.
Ladybower Fisheries
Ladybower Reservoir in Derbyshire is famous across the country for huge Rainbow Trout that regularly weigh in beyond the ten pound mark. The Ladybower fisheries cover water over 500 acres in size, making it the ideal still water for the native Brown Trout to also flourish.
Fly fishing in Derbyshire at Ladybower Reservoir is a pleasure due to the scenery of the Peak District alone. As with any big fishery, just about any pattern or tactic can yield results at different times. Some fishing fly patterns regularly favoured by local anglers include the Whisky Fly, Black Gnat and Mayfly.
Donkhill Fishery
Donkhill Fishery in Derbyshire may be only two acres in size but the standard of fishing to be had here is the sign of a fishery that punches well beyond its weight. In warmer conditions the regularly stocked Rainbow Trout are a dream when taking a Daddie off the surface film.
When fly fishing in Derbyshire at Donkhill Fishery try fishing lures, on a small hook, with a slow retrieve as your main tactic. Favourites include the Orange Fritz and Cat’s Whisker.
Windermere DAA Fisheries
Windermere DAA Fisheries in Cumbria offer the trout angler a selection of waters for the trout angler eager to explore all the Lake District has to offer. Ghyll Head, High Newton and the recently opened Castle Head fishery are all available to fly fisherman.
Fly fishing in Cumbria at a Windermere DAA Fishery offers some of the most picturesque angling to be found anywhere in the United Kingdom.
Watendlath Fishery
Watendlath Fishery in Cumbria is close to the M6 motorway making it a popular destination for fly fishing enthusiasts from Lancashire and the North East of England.
Fly fishing in Cumbria at Watendlath Fishery with lures often yields excellent results. The Dawson’s Olive, Cat’s Whisker, Orange Fritz and Viva are popular with local anglers who persist with an intermediate line and an extremely slow retrieve.
Tree Meadow Trout Fishery
Tree Meadow Trout Fishery in Cornwall has a reputation for fishing well all day long, with rises the norm in the early morning and late in to the evening. The popular fishing fly of choice by local Cornish anglers on this water is undoubtedly the Buzzer, which fishes well all year long. In the summer months Caddis Nymphs and Damsel Nymphs do well on a floating line and Montana’s fished on an intermediate are also poular.
Grassholme Reservoir
Grassholme Reservoir in Durham is a picturesque spot for fly fishing. Fly fishing in Durham is seldom more beautiful or rewarding than a trip to Grassholme Reservoir.
Popular fishing flies include small dries. The native, hard fighting and reputedly tasty Brown Trout are a local specialty.
Beamish Fishery
Beamish fishery in Durham is a popular North East fly fishing destination.
At Beamish using a Buzzer can often guarantee catches all day while Fly fishing in county Durham. Other popular flies include Hopper’s Sedges and CDC’s. The Cat’s Whisker is a tip for success when fish are to be found well below the surface.