Fishery
Clyde UCAPA conditions
United Clyde Angling Protective Association Limited All species Fish Permit
For the aims and origins of UCAPA please see our website
www.ucapaltd.co.uk
The purchase of a permit does not confer membership of the Association.
The attention of all anglers is drawn to the possibility of sudden dangerous fluctuations in the water level downstream from Stonebyres Power Station.
For your safety UCAPA strongly recommends the wearing of flotation aids at all times.
For their own safety, under 16s should be supervised by a responsible adult.
Permit holders must report all incidents of poaching to Police Scotland on 101.
Permit holders must report all incidents of pollution to:
SEPA (0800 807060) and UCAPA
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The main stem of the River Clyde, from Daer Reservoir to Bothwell Bridge, is covered by a Protection Order thus it is illegal to fish for any freshwater species without a permit.
This Migratory Fish Permit is valid only on that part of the MAIN STEM of the River Clyde between Stonebyres Falls and Motherwell Bridge with the exception of certain restricted areas:
Strictly NO FISHING from Stonebyres Falls to Stonebyres Bridge (both banks) - Power Station Property.
Permit holders fishing out with the limits of their permits will be prosecuted.
Permits must be carried at all times and shown to UCAPA Scottish Government appointed bailiffs on request. Fishing without a permit will render you liable to prosecution.
On stretches where the Migratory Fish Permit is valid, holders of this permit can fish for Migratory and Freshwater Species in their respective seasons.
1. The season for salmon and sea trout is 11 February to 31 October, both dates inclusive.
2. The brown trout season is from 15 March to 6 October, both dates inclusive.
3. UCAPA applies a grayling season from 7 October to l4 March, both dates inclusive.
4. For conservation, all anglers are encouraged to adopt "catch and release" and all hen salmon MUST be released after 1st October. All sea trout, at any time , MUST be carefully returned to the river and the details completed on the catch returns form.
5. In Scotland it is illegal to fish for Salmon and Sea Trout on Sundays. Those who fish for migratory fish between midnight on Saturday and midnight on Sunday will be prosecuted
6. Fishing for freshwater species is allowed on Sunday.
7. During the month of October, fishing for Migratory Fish will be restricted to one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset.
8. By Law, anglers fishing for freshwater fish must give way to salmon anglers.
9. UCAPA will not be held responsible for the loss or damage to any permit holder or their personal equipment.
10. Permit holders are instructed to adhere, at all times, to the Country Code and to approach the river by recognised routes only, without causing damage to property.
11. Permit holders must not be accompanied by dogs.
12. Permit holders must not light fires or leave litter.
13. Any person who uses, or directs any form of physical or verbal abuse towards a UCAPA Representative, Bailiff or Warden shall be liable to have their permit revoked and may also be liable to criminal prosecution.
Catch returns/Fishing effort
It is a legal requirement, that all salmon and sea trout caught along with the number of days fished must be recorded on the Catch Return/fishing Effort form (issued with the permit). Nil returns must also be reported. All forms must be submitted to UCAPA no later than 2 November. Failure to submit a Catch Return/ Fishing Effort form by the above date may result in a penalty charge being added to future permits. Persistent offenders may be refused any further permits.
METHODS OF ANGLING
1. Anglers fishing for migratory species must observe the "Spinning Marks" on or adjacent to major bridges down stream of Stonebyres Falls
(Juveniles exempt). Spinning marks restrictions do not apply downstream of the Green Pipe bridge at Skellyton Flat.
2. Where spinning or bait fishing are permitted, such will be carried out by means of a single hand-held rod, and any weights will be consistent with the lure or bait employed.
3. The use, as bait, of natural prawns or shrimps and plastic imitations thereof will not be permitted.
4. Worm fishing for migratory fish is not allowed before 1st April and from 1st October barbless or debarbed hooks must be used.
5. All anglers must adhere to a "step a cast" when fishing through a pool Other anglers must remain at least l5 metres away from the next angler and must always await their turn to fish the pool from the head.
6. Fishing with bubble floats, or similar devices, is strictly prohibited.
7. No Permit Holder is to be in possession of a gaff, tailer or similar device.
8. Only knotless landing nets must be used.
9. Lures such as Rapalas. etc., must only use ONE hook. Either one single, one double or one treble.
10. All fly-fishing will be by means of a single rod only with reel, line and leader. The maximum hook size permitted is 4.
11. Lead-cored lines, lead weighted flies and wire-casts are prohibited.
Salmon Tagging
Each season permit holder only will be issued with three carcass tags issued along with their permits. Tags are non transferable.
All anglers must always carry their allocated tags along with their permit and Catch Return/Fishing Effort when fishing.
If an angler chooses to retain a salmon they must record the tag number used and the approximate weight of the fish.
The allocated tag must be immediately securely attached through the gills and out of the mouth of the salmon before being removed from the UCAPA fishery.
The removal of untagged salmon from the river will result in immediate confiscation of the permit and disqualification from the UCAPA fishery.
Once all allocated tags have been used then the angler must fish catch and release only.
All unused tags MUST be returned to UCAPA along with the Catch Return/Fishing effort forms.
Lost tags will not be re-issued and must be reported to UCAPA.
In the event of an angler having no tags left all fish, no matter in what condition, MUST be released back to the river
TROUT AND GRAYLING
All trout and grayling less than 30 cm (12 inches) in length or over 41 cm (16 inches) in length must be carefully returned alive and unharmed to the water. Holders of permits may take up to TWO trout or grayling, in their seasons, per day. For conversation purposes, UCAPA encourages catch and release.
METHODS OF ANGLING
1. Fishing with set lines, bubble floats, or similar devices, is illegal.
2. The practice of "shuffling" is prohibited.
3. All legal methods of fishing will be carried out by means of a single hand-held rod, using only tackle suitable for each method of fishing.
4. Only knotless mesh landing nets may be used.
5. Ground baiting is prohibited.
6. The use of fish roe, or similar paste products, is illegal at all times.
7. Keep nets must not be used.
CATCH RETURN FORM
The catch return form must be completed, signed and submitted, along with unused tags, no later than the 20th November to the following address:
UCAPA CATCH RETURNS
Angler's Attic
55 Caledonian Road Wishaw
ML2 8AP
Failure to submit a Catch Return by the above date may result in a penalty charge being added to future permits. Persistent offenders may be refused any further permits.
Please ensure to abide by the COVID-19 restrictions.
River/Area
FishPal
EXTRA CORONAVIRUS RULES
These rules are to help ensure that not only you, but also other anglers, gillies and walkers, are protected as far as possible. They will apply to all past and future bookings made through FishPal.
1. Social Distancing. Always keep at least 2 metres away from ALL other people on the river (unless in your own household). In particular do not shake hands with anyone.
2. Do not share cars, boats, huts, tackle, nets, crockery, food etc with anyone else (unless in your own household).
3. No longer expect any ghillie to shake your hand, set up your equipment, make you cups of tea, or drive you round the beat. Do not hand any tip directly to the ghillie. Leave it where it can easily be found.
4. Bring your own food and drink and do not share.
5. Bring your own hand sanitiser and wipes and use regularly during the day, especially if you have to use any WC provided by the fishery (try to avoid if you can). Wash your hands regularly wherever possible.
6. Wear gloves when touching doors, gates, styles, fences or any equipment that is not your own.
In addition you must use your own common sense at all times to reduce the risk of cross infection. If in doubt, don't do it!
STANDARD BOOKING CONDITIONS
1. Once you have booked you cannot change your dates or number of rods (the only exception is when you book through the help desk, have notified us of any mistakes within 7 days of the date of making the booking, and provided proper evidence that the mistake is the help desk's and not your own).
2. If you need to change your rod or days, they can be booked separately if you need extra ones and they are available. If you need less rods or days, or decide not to come after all, then we can try to relet them for you, but cannot guarantee to do so. There is a £10 + VAT charge for trying and if successful a further 10% letting fee + VAT.
3. You cannot sublet the fishings you book without our permission and then only by private arrangement and at the same prices and conditions as for this booking. No agent other than ourselves or the fishery manager may be used to help obtain a sublet.
4. Rods may not be shared on any one day without prior permission of the ghillie or fishery manager, which is often refused and should never be relied upon.
5. In Scotland it is illegal to fish without written permission, so you must bring this confirmation, or a copy of it, with you when you fish.
6. Charges: All bookings are subject to a booking charge which will vary according to the amount being booked. The exact charge will be clearly displayed on the very first booking page once you have set what you are wishing to book. There are no charges for processing debit cards. Credit cards can not be used unless you confirm that you are a non EU angler and will be surcharged by 2.5%.
7. Please note that in line with general practice, we cannot give refunds for fishing spoilt by poor weather, water or fishing conditions. If for any other reason a refund is offered by the fishery it will be responsible for refunding you direct. Only if we still hold the relevant funds will we do it ourselves (funds are sent to the fishery at the start of each month)
8. You must ring the ghillie, or other contact set by the fishery, at least two days before you come, so he knows that you are coming and that you know where and when to meet him.
9. You must report full details of any fish caught to the ghillie or other contact provided by the fishery promptly.
10. We have asked fisheries to provide lifejackets or buoyancy aids of a design that will not impair your ability to fish in comfort. We strongly advise you to wear one when using a boat or when wading in strong or deep water. If you don't, you are doing so at your own risk. If you are not happy with the equipment provided, or any other safety issue, please ring us immediately, so that we can arrange for the situation to be rectified. A general guide to safety can be seen by going to this page
11. If you have any problems with the standard of service provided on the fishery, please tell the ghillie or fishery manager straightaway and if you don't get a satisfactory response, please contact the office immediately, so we have time to act before you leave. Failure to do so will severely hamper any chances of us obtaining fair redress for you.
12. To help prevent an outbreak of Gyrodactylus Salaris which has had catastrophic effects on some foreign rivers, all rods fishing must complete a Gyrodactylus declaration on arrival at the fishery. This states that either you have not used your fishing tackle abroad in the last three months, or you have done so and had it properly sterilised, or you have done so and NOT had it sterilised. In the latter case, you must agree to sterilisation taking place before you start fishing, and accept that there may be some delay in getting this organised. A copy of the declaration form can be seen by going to this page and more information on Gyrodactylus by going to this page
13. All bookings are also subject to the conditions set by the relevant fishery.
14. The booking system and its management are at all times acting only as an agent for the fishery. All letting contracts are therefore between the fishery and the person taking the fishing.
15. The system management and/or the fisheries reserve the right to immediately withdraw fishing without compensation from anyone who breaks these or associated conditions, or flouts normal standards of behaviour or fishing etiquette.
16. You need to bring your own fishing equipment (rods, reels, lines, flies etc) unless you have specifically agreed with the fishery well in advance that they supply this for you.
17. You need to be reasonably healthy and mobile to access most fishings. If you are not, you must notify the fishery or ourselves before you book, to ensure that you can be looked after safely and properly.
18. Anglers are reminded that parking of cars should be in designated parking areas and is always at the anglers own risk.
Scotland
SUMMARY
REVIEWS
BOOK DAYS
LINKS
LATEST REPORT 
River Levels Page
MAP
