Posted by James on 19th Sep 2025
“Autumn is a season of colour and anticipation. The air is crisp, the banks are golden, and the trout are hungry.”
Autumn in UK rivers isn’t just beautiful, it’s the prime time for brown trout. As water cools, insect hatches change, and trout shift their feeding patterns, many anglers find themselves second-guessing which flies to tie on. Use the wrong patterns, and you’ll bank more frustration than fish. Use the r… Read more
Posted by James on 18th Sep 2025
For many salmon anglers, Norway is the pinnacle of the sport. The Gaula and Orkla rivers are legendary, producing some of Europe’s largest Atlantic salmon — with fish regularly caught in the 20–30lb range and occasional monsters pushing past 40lb.
The season typically runs from June to August, with peak fishing in late June and July as runs build. These rivers are fast-flowing, with boulder-strewn pools and a mix of deep glides,… Read more
Posted by James on 10th Sep 2025
Grayling, often referred to as “the Lady of the Stream”, are one of the most elegant and rewarding fish to target on fly in the UK. Found in clear, fast flowing rivers from the Scottish Borders to the chalk streams of the south, they offer exciting sport well into the cooler months when trout fishing has closed.
Where to Fish
Scotland
River Tweed and Teviot – famous for specimen grayling
River Tay and Earn – vast system w… Read more
Posted by James on 3rd Sep 2025
Iceland offers some of the finest Atlantic salmon fishing in the world. Clear rivers, strong runs and varied conditions make fly selection a crucial part of success. To help you prepare, here are ten of the most trusted salmon flies used across Iceland, with notes on why they work, the conditions where they excel, and the best sizes to carry.
1. Frances (Red & Black)
Why it works: The most iconic Icelandic fly. Its shrimp like profile teases… Read more