Catch Reports &
Seasonal Updates
Stay up to date with the latest fishing conditions, catch reports, and seasonal tips from across the UK and Ireland. Updated regularly by our team and contributing anglers.
Current Conditions — April 2026
River Tay Spring Salmon Run 2026 — Early Season Optimism
The River Tay is showing excellent early season form with multiple spring salmon reported from the upper beats. Water temperatures are rising steadily.
River Tweed Autumn Forecast — Record Runs Expected
The Tweed Foundation reports strong smolt counts from last year, suggesting an exceptional autumn run is on the cards for 2026.
Rutland Water Rainbow Trout — Spring Stocking Report
Rutland Water has received its first major spring stocking of over 10,000 rainbow trout. Catch rates are excellent with fish averaging 2–3lb.
River Test Chalk Stream Season Opens — Dry Fly Conditions Perfect
The River Test chalk stream season opens on 1st May. Water clarity is exceptional and early Hawthorn fly hatches are already drawing fish to the surface.
Lough Corrib Pike Fishing — Spring Conditions Update
Lough Corrib pike fishing is in excellent form this spring. Water levels are normal and large pike are being caught along the eastern shoreline.
River Moy Spring Salmon — First Fish of the Season
The River Moy has produced its first spring salmon of 2026, a fresh-run fish of 12lb taken from the Ridge Pool on a Cascade fly.
Whitby Sea Fishing — Cod and Whiting in Abundance
Whitby charter boats are reporting excellent cod and whiting catches from the offshore marks. Shore anglers are also doing well from the piers.
Upper River Bann Brown Trout Season Opens
The Upper Bann brown trout season opens on 1st March. Water levels are good and early season wet fly fishing is producing consistent results.
River Wye Salmon Season — Conservation Notice
The Wye & Usk Foundation has issued updated guidance for the 2026 season, strongly encouraging catch and release of all salmon to support population recovery.
Norfolk Broads Coarse Fishing — Pike and Bream Season Review
The Norfolk Broads are producing excellent coarse fishing with large pike, quality bream, and specimen roach all being reported from the main rivers and broads.
Lough Erne Bream Fishing — Spring Shoals Moving
Spring bream shoals are moving into the shallower bays of Lough Erne. Catches of 50+ fish per session are being reported from the Upper Lough.
Cornwall Bass Fishing — Early Season Shore Marks
Bass are beginning to appear along the Cornish coast as water temperatures rise. Rocky headlands and surf beaches are producing the first fish of 2026.
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