Feedback & Reports

Beat instructions good as usual, we were also very happy with the new arrangements on this beat where a vehicle can be taken down to the middle point of the beat making the previously arduous walk (or extra cash bunged to the owner for a lift).

Whilst the beat looked incredibly inviting, water opposite the weir garden in particular looking like one big barbel swim - it just didn't happen today. The day was very bright indeed with an overnight frost giving way to a beautiful sunny day. But that, coupled with the river dropping and clearing seemed to put the bigger fish off. One 4lb chub was landed (a bit of an old warrior)... but the other three anglers fishing failed to must a bite between them, despite trying in numerous swims. A little bit of trotting was done, and the dace were suicidal.

All of that said, we would definitely revisit this beat. I'm sure with more agreeable fishing conditions it could go really well.

2 Chub, 20 Other

5 Barbel, 1 Chub

3 Barbel, 1 Chub

Rver in excellent shape, mud eventually drying out.Clear bright day on a one of the Wye's most beautiful beats Thank you U.W.

2 Barbel, 2 Chub

River flow looked perfect but tough going. One barbel saved the day in the evening.

1 Barbel

2 Barbel

Fishing improving and it is a beautiful beat but I think its changed its nature with its popularity?

1 Barbel, 2 Chub

First visit to this beautiful stretch. River conditions were excellent. all three fished the float with pellet.Best barbel 10lb 4 oz.
A fantastic day. Thank you Wye and Usk.

3 Barbel, 12 Chub

2 Barbel, 1 Chub

Beat improving as water drops but barbel appear more cautious than previous years......perhaps its my ageing technique/hand and eye??

2 Chub