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1 Barbel, 7 Chub

Only 1 trout caught

1 Trout

1 Barbel

The river was around 2ft most of the day. It was coloured, but plenty of visibility for fish to see the fly and it continued to clear into the evening. I fished systematically through many of the best pools, but no takes and no fish showing. I was using sink 3 and 1 inch to 1.5 inch tubes (Francis, snaelda etc.). Surprised not to have found a fish given favourable conditions. Perhaps a touch on the high side to get the best from the fly although very fishable. Anyway lovely day on the river casting with the kingfishers, dippers and other friendly anglers.

River looked perfect but not a lot going on. Very slow. 4 chub, no barbel.

4 Chub

What a difference a day makes, similar conditions to yesterday, same approach but with far less action!

1 Barbel, 2 Chub

2 Barbel

Great end to an amazing week, p.b wye barbel 10.2 to finish the week and clonking chub thanks again Terry and the wonderful wye. Can't wait to come back.

3 Barbel, 6 Chub

A fantastic day on a wonderful beat. Both Barbel were 6-7 lb and several Chub to 5lb. One barbel fell to meat and the other a krill pellet. Feeder and pva bag methods both worked well.
The river was in good shape having benefited from rain earlier in the week. Lots of bird life including kingfishers, red kite and woodpeckers. Note to the estate. The padlock on the entrance gate does not lock.

2 Barbel, 10 Chub

3 Trout