Feedback & Reports

Hard going , all taken in fast water.

3 Trout

There is a reason Dean Macey favours the Wye for his Fishing Guru’s TV programme’s. It’s the same reason many of us travel long distances to cast a line in its calling waters. The river lived up to expectations, with ten Barbel to 8Ib 4oz and nine Chub to 4Ib 8oz. The Barbel fell to pellet, with all bar one to my mate Trev, which was no doubt, due to his “superior water craft” ????. The weather god was also smiling on us as the downpours affecting Herefordshire didn’t find their way to banks at Fownhope. I know the Wye and Usk Federation and all other invested associations are doing their utmost to address the issues affecting this majestic and prolific river. I am sure I speak for committed anglers everywhere in wishing you speedy success, as losing the best river course fishing to be had anywhere in the UK would be a sad day indeed.

10 Barbel, 9 Chub

Catch return info submitted on my other booking for the same day.

6 lovely 1/2-3/4 lb brownies on dries all returned and missed a few more. As I walked back to the car just before dark two otters were fishing in the main bridge pool, beautiful to watch and an awesome end to the day.

6 Trout

Dry fly (size 16 Klinkhammer). 3 small browns caught & returned

3 Trout

Superb day. Reasonably good levels, following a few days of rain, though surprisingly the water was relatively clear. Only fishing the Chine up to Upper Rock Pools. Had a few takes, playing a strong brownie for c.5-mins before knot gave way! Will definitely be returning in coming weeks to fish the lower pools.

Slow in the day but sport increased into late afternoon. All fish very healthy and strong fighters. A really enjoyable day. Gates clearly signed and easy access to beat.

4 Barbel, 4 Chub

3 Trout

All fish caught in wooded section. Luncheon meat and pellet. The 2 others were eels.

8 Barbel, 15 Chub, 2 Other