Feedback & Reports

Fairly slow to start with, probably due to warm and sunny weather. Things picked up late in the day and the Barbel switched on, best fish today 9 lbs 13 oz. Hoping to return to this beat in the future.

11 Barbel, 8 Chub

River low but rose 2 inches on the day. First time on the Wye. Scenery was magnificent and the beat well organised. Even with a low flow the fly runs were interesting and abundant. Saw a few fish show but none were tempted . Fishing counterpart hooked a large barbel but wouldn’t lend me his ‘luncheon meat fly!’ Thanks to ghillie Joe for freely imparting his considerable knowledge and being great company on the river. Can’t wait to return in more optimal conditions.

Nymph pattern flies, sinking line. 2 Brown Trout returned and 2 small Perch

2 Trout, 2 Other

The barbel were feeding better than the previous day. The best barbel was 9.09 and the chub were a good average size to 4.04. Our usual feeder tactics using various baits accounted for all the fish.

16 Barbel, 6 Chub

2 Barbel

6 Barbel, 2 Chub

4 Barbel

Ideal day , overcast and a good breeze however fish didn't agree only managed 1 wbt , no fly life showing on water .
Even so a most enjoyable day Thanks

1 Trout

10 Barbel, 16 Chub

6 Barbel