Tyne Update Feb 17th
The River Tyne opened on Saturday 1st February and local clubs enjoyed their traditionally good turn outs for what is always a popular social event. In new addition this year was an opening ceremony held at Bywell who’s guest for the day was Simon Gawesworth of RIO fishing products. A healthy turnout of locals, beautiful conditions and some hot treats served up by hosts Marina and Stephan ensured a really enjoyable morning for all and to top things off, later in the day, a beautifully fresh sea trout of seven and a half pounds was also landed.
River levels have continued to be good for fishing and one or two fresh fish have been seen but it’s been very cold and the first salmon is yet to be landed from the Tyne to the best of my knowledge – if you know differently do tell please! Temperatures are due to rise as the week progresses and it shouldn’t be long before the first fish is landed.
Most early Spring efforts will be concentrated on the pools from Wylam to Hexham with water from Wylam Anglers, the Northumbrian Anglers Federation, Bywell, Dilston and the clubs around Hexham all likely spots for your first fish of the season.
Tyne springers can be absolute belters in terms of condition and size and whilst the numbers of fish will be less at this time of year they can be aggressive and take well so putting in the hard yards can be rewarded with a very memorable fish. Fishing the fly deeper and more slowly at this time of year is most likely to bring success but be prepared to ring the changes particularly if fresh fish are seen running.
Please remember that Spring fish will be longest in the river before spawning and treat them with the utmost care when returning any captures (see CAST advice below).
Speycasting tuition and guided fishing with an AAPGAI Master instructor can also be booked through me at www.tyneflyfishing.co.uk.
Tight lines,
Neil Lobban
Email or call him on 07751644599
Conservation Angling for Salmon on the Tyne (CAST)
All fish landed should be kept in water in a net and handled as little as possible before careful release. Spring fish particularly are very precious and each one is a special catch to be well looked after. Please remember they will be in the river a very long time before spawning and deserve your respect. The latest guidance on Conservation Angling for Salmon on the Tyne (CAST) has been adopted by many Tyne beats and syndicates and can be found at Conservation Angling for Salmon on the Tyne (CAST) | Tyne Rivers Trust
Helpful Information
Tackle Shops and Outfitters
Guides and Instructions on the River Tyne
Where To Stay on the Tyne and the surrounding countryside.
Where To Eat on the river Tyne.
Fishing Permits for Tyne and its tributaries.
Please keep sending in your reports and/or photographs of fish caught. All reports are gratefully received and make this page a much better read for all.
Tight lines,
Neil Lobban
Email or call him on 07751644599
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