St Boswells · Middle Tweed
Dryburgh Abbey Hotel
A riverside country-house hotel with dedicated angling facilities and trout and grayling fishing in its grounds.
Explore Dryburgh Abbey HotelChoose a practical base for a one- or two-day fishing experience. The River Tweed and Edinburgh lead our recommendations, followed by Deeside and Speyside.
Best Fishing Scotland recommends practical hotels and inns that work with the fishing, rather than presenting a catalogue of luxury touring properties. Tell Bill your dates, existing route and preferred standard of stay.
Our core service is one- or two-day fishing added to a planned Scottish trip. Tweed fishing within reach of Edinburgh is the main focus.
Three useful bases covering the upper, middle and lower Tweed, each with a genuine connection to the river and visiting anglers.
A riverside country-house hotel with dedicated angling facilities and trout and grayling fishing in its grounds.
Explore Dryburgh Abbey Hotel
A relaxed family-run inn near the river, with rooms, cottages, food and practical outdoor facilities.
Explore Traquair Arms
A riverside country-house hotel overlooking Junction Pool and close to lower Tweed beats.
Explore Ednam HousePractical hotel bases for fishing in and around Royal Deeside.
A relaxed country hotel in riverside grounds on the edge of Banchory.
Explore Banchory Lodge
A Victorian country-house hotel with a longstanding connection to sporting visits.
Explore Tor-Na-Coille
Recommended hotel bases for River Spey fishing and the surrounding area.
A historic hotel overlooking the Spey in the heart of malt whisky country.
Explore The Craigellachie
A family-run village inn with rooms, restaurant and a renowned whisky bar.
Explore The Highlander InnRiver-focused options ranging from a small sporting inn to larger country-house hotels beside the Tay.
A boutique country inn whose estate offers salmon fishing on its own stretch of the Tay.
Explore Meikleour Arms
A country-house base on a riverside estate near Stanley, surrounded by central Tay fishing.
Explore Ballathie House
A larger four-star riverside hotel with woodland grounds, useful for fishing and non-fishing companions.
Explore Dunkeld HouseExcellent bases for River Tay salmon fishing, Highland Perthshire trout and multi-day central Scotland itineraries.
A contemporary country house above Aberfeldy, well placed for parties seeking a private Perthshire base within reach of River Tay fishing.
Explore Dun Aluinn
A substantial exclusive-use house overlooking Loch Tay, suited to larger family, corporate and sporting parties.
Explore Stucktaymore
A secluded glen setting for guests combining Angus scenery with fishing on the River South Esk and surrounding waters.
Explore Glen Clova HotelLuxury bases for Tweed salmon and trout fishing, with options convenient for Edinburgh arrivals and non-fishing companions.
A characterful converted mill south of Edinburgh, offering a refined private base for fishing across the Borders.
Explore The Old Millhouse
A restored tower near North Berwick for small groups wanting a memorable stay within reach of Edinburgh and Borders fishing.
Explore Fenton Tower
A restored Borders property near Langholm, positioned for fishing on the Border Esk and exploration of southern Scotland.
Explore Broomholm ManorPolished Highland stays for Spey salmon fishing, Inverness-based itineraries and longer journeys through the west and north.
An exclusive-use house in the heart of Speyside, attractive for groups combining River Spey fishing with whisky-country experiences.
Explore Rothes GlenA stylish hotel in Aberlour providing a convenient Speyside base for couples, individual rods and smaller parties.
Explore The Dowans Hotel
A riverside Inverness hotel for guests who value city convenience alongside access to Highland fishing routes.
Explore Ness Walk
Spacious suites in one of Scotland's most dramatic landscapes, suited to west-coast fishing and touring itineraries.
Explore Glencoe House
A rural Skye hotel for guests pairing island scenery with seasonal local fishing and a wider Highland journey.
Explore Skeabost House HotelCountry houses with useful access to the Dee and Don, suited to private groups and broader sporting itineraries.
A private country house in Strathdon for groups exploring River Don, River Dee and Aberdeenshire fishing.
Explore Candacraig House
A historic country house near Banchory, well located for upper and middle River Dee itineraries.
Explore Raemoir House
An exclusive-use castle offering a private base for groups fishing eastern Scotland and combining sport with time together.
Explore Turin CastleSend Bill your preferred dates, party size, target species, room requirements and approximate budget. Best Fishing Scotland can recommend the right region, plan realistic journey times and help arrange introductions to suitable local accommodation alongside your guides, permits and equipment.
Plan My Fishing TripScottish weather can change during the day. In the main fly-fishing season, temperatures are often around 45–65°F (7–18°C), so adaptable layers are more useful than one heavy garment.
Bring a breathable base layer, thin and thick socks, breathable walking trousers, a waterproof jacket and polarised dark glasses. Jeans retain moisture and are uncomfortable beneath waders. Wet wading is possible, but the water is seldom truly warm.
Typical choices include a 9ft 4–5wt rod or a 10.5–11ft 2–3wt rod, matching reel, dry flies, wet flies and nymphs, 5–6X leaders, snips, floatant, forceps or a disgorger, waders, boots and a wading staff.
A common setup is a 13–15ft double-handed Spey rod in 8–11wt, matching reel and floating Spey line, sink tips, 12–20lb leader, waders, boots and a wading staff. We can supply the required equipment.
Any equipment brought from elsewhere should be properly cleaned, disinfected and dried before use to reduce biological transfer between waters. Catch and release is the normal approach on our guided trips.
