Feedback & Reports

The second day of our trip. The two of us that caught the day before started in the same swims we ended in the previous evening. I was in the waterworks swim but couldn't get a touch so decided on a move. The same was for the two of the party who struggled on the Saturday. The fourth member of our party got of to a great start with an 11 lbs 3 ozs barbel in the woods, his second double in two days. By late morning he had caught two more barbel and decided to head home very satisfied with his 12 barbel over two days. As the other two also decided to head home early I moved into my friends swim. A good move! Steady action came through the rest of the day and I ended up a tired but happy angler after bagging ten barbel to 9 lbs 13 ozs and six chub to 4 lbs 8 ozs. The session showed what Courtfield is about. It can be hard going at times but if you get on the fish the rewards are like nowhere else. I suspect the fish will spread out a bit if we get some rain but seem very localised at the moment, making it hard for everyone to catch. The fish were all in immaculate condition. Will be back next year.

13 Barbel, 6 Chub

This was the first of two days booked on what turned out to be a great weekend for two of the party. I started in the woods but had nothing so moved up to the waterworks swim mid morning. I had to work hard but by the time it got dark I had managed six barbel to 9 lbs 3 ozs and a 4 lbs chub. My good friend fished all day in the woods and had a fabulous day, bagging nine barbel to 10 lbs 9 ozs. His first Wye double. Unfortunately the other two blanked but to be fair spent most of the day away from the river visiting a friend. The beer and curry tasted good that evening!

15 Barbel, 1 Chub

Water very low and clear but not much boat traffic thank god! Caught all fish on pellet and groundbait feeder thoughout the day. Most barbel on small side (2/4lb) but best was 9lb 6oz. Chub to 4lb and 2 good sized eels, good to meet Don again - his help is second to none.

11 Barbel, 4 Chub, 2 Other

Tough day but we managed a few. This was the last of five trips I had booked on Courtfield this year, but I might try and squeeze another in towards the end of October if we get mild weather. A good year though all things considered with plenty of big barbel and chub caught despite less than ideal conditions for a lot of the Summer. Great beat, a lovely bit of river. I will return!

4 Barbel, 1 Chub

Hard but enjoyable day. Hook pulled out of barbel early in session. One 6lb fish later in day.

1 Barbel

River low with colour but difficult. 4 anglers spread out throughout stretch, no obvious holding spots.

5 Barbel, 3 Chub

Lovely day. River looked great. Little too clear. Really enjoyed being there, unfortunately fish didn't want to play.

Very overgrown. Only one decent swim, very weedy. Caught nothing. Left after two and a half hours after not a single bite.

WUF note - This beat has a number of easily accessible swims. The Booking Confirmation email offers anglers the opportunity to contact the beat owner directly who can meet them on their arrival and introduce them to the beat and the swims available that are fishing best at that time. Anglers are advised to use this service to maximise their chances of catching and their fishing experience.

Difficult day fishing. Bright sun, gin clear water. Despite this, excellent day out.

3 Barbel, 3 Chub

Largest barbel was 9lbs 4ozs and best chub was 4lbs 2ozs. All fish were caught on various combinations of feeder fished pellet.
This was the last day of four really enjoyable days spent fishing on two different beats. Thanks to all involved for making the fishing on this superb river available.

9 Barbel, 2 Chub