Feedback & Reports

Loads of fingerlings to about 6". Finally found two fish about 12". They seem to gobble up the Adams para's and elk hair flies. Don't think there to fussy though. Still having a great time on this river as I tend to fish it at least once a week. Always nice.

Not a very good day. Dull and cloudy for most of the time with rain off and on. River rising slowly and rather coloured I worked hard for 4 small trout 6-8" and approx 6 parr.

However it is a picturesque beat and I'm going to come back.

Had 8 Barbel from Holme Lacy on the 14th July, between 12pm and 5pm. All on trout pellet.

All day lesson from Frank Williams so not concentrating on fishing all day. Landed 1 10 inch Brown Trout (identified by Frank as a wild fish).

13 barbel between 6 and 9lbs, 3 chub to 3lbs feeder fished pellets. Great days fishing inspite of the large rafts of cut weed coming down the river.

10 barbel to 9lb 5oz.

I can confirm that I fished Lower Carrots on 12 july and caught 1 barbel (7.75lbs) and 3 chub to 3.75lbs.

Caught a few small fish. Lost a couple of better ones. River low and clear. Nice beat.

Caught 1 brown trout, on a nymph.

The water level was quite low. Not much feeding activity.
Rain most of the day.

Made the booking via a very informative, helpful telephone call. (Not sure if it was Allyson or Wendy that recommended the beat during the call. In any case many thanks !) Once again, the paperwork provided was first-class. Directions and supportive information all helped to get us to the bank for a prompt start.

Our anticipation heightened seeing the river in excellent condition, the beat providing several very attractive swims, and also being blessed with fine weather.

We weren't disappointed. Despite some canoeists being less than courteous and having total disregard for us or our swims, the beat provided an unforgettable day. (In fairness, some canoeists were polite and did everything possible to minimise disruption to us).

BP's fish -
One Chub 2lb 8 ozs, Six Barbel weighing 5lb, 7lb, 7lb 10 ozs, 8lb 14ozs and 9lb 6 ozs
CH's fish - One Chub 2lb 4 ozs, Three Barbel weighing 6lb, 6lb 4 ozs and 9lb 4 ozs.

This was the latest in a series of memorable experiences courtesy of the WUF. Sincere thanks to all involved for a truly world-class service and all-round experience!!!
Cannot wait for the next time!!!