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Within
the Queensberry Estate of the Buccleuch Estates
near Thornhill, Dumfriesshire, approximately 7
miles of exclusive sea trout and salmon fishing
across four defined beats (Lower, Middle, Upper
and Nith Linns). The river broadens from a rocky
Gorge into a mainly graveled riverbed with suitable
pools and reaches offering good accessible fishing
for both salmon and sea trout. The four beats
vary in length but are balanced for quality. There
are 28 named pools across the four beats. |
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Loch
and coarse fishing are also available on the Estate.
Holiday cottage
to let.
"For full details, visit the Queensberry Estate Website at www.drumlanrig.com
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Catch
Records
The 5-year catch average (1998 to
2002) for our water is
50
Salmon
6 Grilse
and
158 Sea Trout |
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Rules
Specific rules are detailed on the permits
and listed in the fishing huts but full information
can be found in the Fishing particulars. Flyfishing
is preferred but worming and spinning are acceptable
depending on the height of water.
Access
and Parking
Fishing is
generally accessed from both banks although the Upper
Beat has the use of a boat. The Nith Linns, unlike the
3 Castle beats, are rocky in nature with some steep
banking. This however, offers an exciting challenge
to the experienced fisherman. Fishing huts and suitable
parking is available on all beats. |
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Ticket Prices
The
season runs from the 25th of February
to 30th November and prices vary throughout
the season from approx.
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to £107.00 per rod/day,
Lower & Middle Beats |
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£14.00
to £101.00 per rod/day,
Upper Beat |
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£
12.50 to £69.00 per rod/day,
Nith Linns
Season Ticket £275
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All
prices exclude V.A.T. In the main
salmon season it is preferred that
weekly or 3-day bookings are made,
however daily permits are offered
subject to availability.
Evening
sea trout permits can be purchased
at a cost of £29
incl VAT per rod/evening. |
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Assistance
Advice and assistance is offered from our Ghillie, Rab Kerr.
Please contact the Estate Office in the first instance if you wish to speak to Rab or if you need a ghillie for your visit. |
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