Loch Tummel

Fishing is a great way to get outside whilst also giving you time to relax – making it a great activity for any day of the week. The hills and river surrounding the lochs provide views to admire while you fish. Loch Tummel is the ideal spot if you’re looking to fish for brown trout, perch or pike as it’s often stocked with trout to improve the breeding population. Away from the noise of everyday life, Loch Tummel is the perfect place for a quiet, relaxing day of fishing.

Loch Tummel, Pitlochry

Craudfurdland Fishery

Near Kilmarnock, the fishery is on the Craufurdland Estate. It stocks a variety of fish including brown and blue trout and rainbow fish with the option of fishing from the river banks at the fishery, or if you’re feeling adventurous, setting off on a boat. Visitors can also take a break from fishing by visiting the estate.

Craufurdland Fishery, Craufurdland Estate, Kilmarnock, KA3 6BS

Balmule Fishery

Nestled in the Kingdom of Fife is Balmule Fishery. This spot is perfect for both beginners and those who are more experienced – and they encourage families to come along and have a go. There’s a variety of fish including rainbow fish and blue and brown trout and visitors can hire tackle and buy permits from the fishery itself. There’s also a fun pool and small pond for younger members of the family to enjoy.

Balmule Fishery, Dunfermline, KY12 0RZ

River Ness

The River Ness is the perfect place for those looking to fish for salmon or trout and is a great place to turn your fishing trip into a holiday after lockdown eases. The Ness stretches across the Highlands and is among the most relaxing fishing spots that Scotland has to offer, coupled with picture-perfect scenery.

River Ness, Inverness-shire

Loch Lomond

Loch Lomond attracts many tourists, and rightly so, for its scenery and for being a great place for catching fish. Guided fishing trips are available in and around the loch and it is a great place to catch fresh fish while surrounding yourself with nature.

Loch Lomond

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CHARLOTTE COHEN