The A to Z of Where to Fish for Salmon and Sea Trout in the Rivers of Scotland

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Tarff | Tay | Teith | Teviot | Till | Thurso | Tummel | Tweed

Tarff

Airligg Beat on this short, 3 miles long, spate river near Newton Stewart with fishing for salmon and brown trout from the Tarff Bridge down stream, double bank, to the Airligg foot bridge then east bank for an other mile. Call 01671 830304.

Teith

Callander Town Water permits from James Bayne, Main St, Callander.

Lanrick Castle Beat located in a remote wooded, streamy section of the river the fishing consists of 2 miles single bank and 1 mile double bank fishing in classic fly water. The river is big enough to justify using a 14 / 15 ft rod. Day tickets cost £40 or £240 for the week, call 01738 451600.

Thurso

Bruce Sandison's book 'Angling Lines' contains information about permits, access, best fishing spots, best flies, safe wading and boating, it's a must read for anglers looking to visit the Thurso. Click HERE to read the review.

The river Thurso is 26 miles long divided into 13 beats. The five year average for the river is 654 fish with 1075 fish recorded in 2004.

Thurso Angling Association has beat 1, visitors are welcome and can 'Book On' at the Bike shop in Thurso Arcade. For the other beats contact the The Secretary, Thurso Fisheries Ltd, Thurso East, Caithness, KX14 8HP or call 01847 893134. Season 11th January to 5th October.