SALMON and SEA TROUT on BUCCLEUCH ESTATES

Buccleuch offers some of the finest and most productive Salmon and Sea Trout fishing in Scotland against a backdrop of awe inspiring scenery.  Our rivers are easily accessible and our expert, professional River Managers and Ghillies are pleased to offer help and advice at all times.

Queensberry Estate

The crystal-clear water of the River Nith rises deep in Robert Burns country in South Ayrshire, wending its way south through the beautiful Nith Valley and arriving in the stunning and tranquil scenery of the Queensberry Estate.   The Drumlanrig Castle Fishings Beats have been carefully managed for generations as the private waters of Drumlanrig Castle, the magnificent 17th Century Dumfriesshire home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch and Queensberry.  The Castle provides a fabulous backdrop to the powerful waters of the River Nith, the largest and best known river in South West Scotland, offering exclusive, first-class Salmon and Sea Trout fishing opportunities.  The clean, fresh waters of this impressive seven mile stretch of river (largely double bank fishing) broaden from a rocky gorge into a predominantly gravelled river bed encompassing 28 excellent named pools and reaches.  To make a booking:  www.fishnith.co.uk.

Langholm Estate

The Border Esk is well known for its run of Sea Trout and for its Salmon run during the second half of the season. The beats on the Esk form much of the middle section of the system whilst on the Liddle the two beats are in the middle and lower sections. Both the Esk and Liddle flow through picturesque countryside typical of the border area and much of the bankside is wooded with indigenous hardwoods. The rivers are generally fast flowing and with beds of rock outcrop or pebble shingle with no natural weed growth. The Esk may by regarded as 'gin clear' except during periods of high water. The Liddle, except during periods of fairly low levels, often carries peat stain, although this does not have a detrimental effect upon fish taking.  To make a booking:  www.fishborderesk.co.uk.

Bowhill Estate

The Rivers Ettrick and Yarrow run through the Duke of Buccleuch's delightful Bowhill Estate, near Selkirk in the Scottish Borders. The outstandingly beautiful Ettrick Valley has historical links with William Wallace and was the inspiration of the pipe lament, 'Flow'rs of the Forest', about those who failed to return home after the Battle of Flodden. The River Ettrick, although not the largest of the Tweed tributaries, is one of the most important as the majority of Spring Salmon return here to spawn.  Both the Ettrick and the Yarrow offer excellent fishing opportunities for both first-time and experienced fisherman, who choose to return time and time again to these beautiful, unspoilt waters.  To make a booking www.fishtweed.co.uk.

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