Fishing

A fishing holiday in Scotland is the ideal relaxing activity for novice and seasoned fishermen alike and with some of the finest trout lochs and salmon beats close to our Duchally Country Estate, an angler’s dream comes true.

Duchally Country Estate can assist you in obtaining permits in advance for fishing in Scotland, as well as access to private waters, arranging ghillies and preparing all your fishing tackle before you arrive.

For novice fishermen there are a number of clubs with well stocked ponds where you can learn all about the fun involved with fishing in Scotland and for the more experienced angler fishing trips can be arranged easily.

In the Ochil hills on the nearby Gleneagles Estate, the Frandy Fishery focuses on fly fishing for quality rainbow, brown and blue trout in their upland reservoir set amid stunning scenery. The reservoir is stocked weekly which ensures no shortage of fish and guests of Duchally Country Estate can enjoy a discount of 10% when using Frandy Fishery.

Orchill Loch provides a picturesque and tranquil environment for a perfect Scottish fishing experience. Not uncommon to catch fish in the 3lb – 8lb range the loch is stocked twice weekly with hard fighting rainbow trout and family groups are welcome. The loch is considered to be one of the best small waters in central Scotland and attracts many fishermen from far and wide.

There are many more rivers, lakes and lochs in the area surrounding Duchally Country Estate providing the chance to fish for salmon, trout and grayling. Enquire at reception for more fantastic fishing opportunities in Scotland or give them a call in advance to discuss your requirements.

Tel: +44 (0)1764 663 071.

Rivers and lakes map

• 1. Loch Leven, Kinross, Perthshire, Scotland, UK
• 2. Butterstone Loch Fishings, Butterstone, Nr. Dunkeld, Perthshire, PH8 0HH
• 3. Tayside Marine Services, Arbroath, Angus, DD11 BL
• 4. Lairds Loch, Dundee, Scotland, UK
• 5. River Tay (coarse), Perthshire, Scotland, UK
• 6. Angler's Choice, Lochee, Dundee, DD2 9RL
• 7. River Earn, Perthshire, Scotland, UK
• 8. River Lyon, Perthshire, Scotland, UK
• 9. River Tilt, Blair Atholl, Perthshire, Scotland, UK
• 10. PD Malloch, Perth, Scotland, UK

For further information about any of the above, please contact us.

Frandy Fishery

Frandy is a fly fishing upland reservoir based in the picturesque Ochill hills on Gleneagles Estate, Perthshire. This is fly fishing for rainbow, brown & blue trout in Scotland at its very best. The reservoir is well known for its scenic beauty and wide variety of bird life, including species such as: Osprey, Buzzard, Hen Harrier, Peregrine Falcon, Merlin and Red Kite. One of the major attractions of the reservoir is its remote ambience, although it is still very accessible. The reservoir is stocked on a weekly basis and includes a policy that ensures that there are more fish being introduced than are fished out throughout the season. The types of high quality fish that you will be able to catch include: Rainbows, Browns, and Blues, all of which are female and triploid and complement the indigenous Brown trout population very well.

Orchill Loch

Orchill Loch is set in a picturesque and quiet setting, offering the ideal location for a quality angling experience. The loch is regarded by many as one of the best small waters in the central belt of Scotland and receives regular visitors from far and wide. The whole family is welcome to enjoy a day of great fishing in a friendly environment. The water is stocked twice weekly with hard fighting Rainbows, there are always fish rising and the water is considered good for dry fly as it has an abundance of fly life. The fishery record stands at 15lb and it is not uncommon to catch fish in the 3lb-8lb range guaranteed to put up a good fight!

Salmon, sea trout/brown trout and grayling information website; www.flyfishscotland.com For more information contact John MacCallum on (mobile) 07429 607158