Northumberland overflows with sparkling fresh water lakes,
scenic valley streams and rivers where salmon and sea trout return year after year to spawn. The rivers are among the purest in the country. There are a wealth
of fishing opportunities in the area.
The River Rede provides excellent fishing. It is a tributary of the North Tyne, one of the best Salmon and Sea Trout rivers in England. The river benefits from a local hatchery at Kielder which rears over 700,000 young salmon every year, the majority of which are introduced into the Rede. Enjoy the challenge of fishing for wild brown trout, trout and Salmon are prolific in season. Spring run Salmon and Sea Trout may be caught but must be returned to the water before mid June.
Otterburn Tower Hotel Fishing
Only two miles from Soppit Farm. The Otterburn Tower has three and a half miles of fishing rights on a stretch of the Rede at Otterburn. Day permits are available.
For further details on availability and prices for fly fishing instruction please contact Gary on: Tel. 01670 772 664 or Mobile. 07833 613 594.
Dunns Houses Fishing
Situated just outside Otterburn, a short drive from Soppit Farm.
A quiet, relaxing time awaits you on our ¾ mile stretch of the River Rede, situated just West of Otterburn on the A696. We own the land on both banks of the Rede
at this point. The River is easily accessible by vehicle or foot, situated 1/2 mile down the fields from the house. It has beautiful views, foliage, bird & animal
life. An Ideal way to get away from the hustle & bustle of every day stresses & strains, just unwind.day visitors are welcome to fish our private stretch of the
Rede. To arrange this, please contact Jane (Tel/Fax: 01830 520677 Mobile: 07808592701).
Woolaw Farm Fishing
Fishing on a 1 mile stretch of the river, on the A68, six miles north of Otterburn. Permits Available From Woolaw Farm - 01830 520686.
River Coquet
Rising in the Cheviot Hills the Coquet runs east to the North Sea entering at Amble, winding its way through some magnificent country. The Rothbury and Felton
waters provide some lovely fly-fishing. The tidal reaches, adjacent to the spectacular Warkworth Castle, are very productive but more difficult to fly fish. The
river receives good spring runs of salmon and late runs of predominantly sea trout. The Coquet sea trout are among the best in Britain with fish approaching 20lb
in weight taken almost every season. Permits are available by post from the head bailiff, tel. 01669 620 984 or from Rothbury's Post Office for approx. £20. A
rod license is not required for children under the age of 12 years.
Kielder Water
This massive man-made reservoir offers magnificent surroundings for fly fishing. If you like boat and bank fishing on a large expanse of water then Kielder Water
& Forest Park is the place to be. With a fleet of 15 fully equipped motor boats the lake offers exhilarating fishing for both the enthusiast and competitive angler.
Boat anglers should head for the Belling Inlet and Plashett's Bay at any part of the season. Bank anglers try Whickhope Inlet and downstream from Tower Knowe Visitor Centre. Small dark fly patterns are a must, fished as dropped flies with bright attractors on the point of the cast.
When it comes to multi-bait, the Beeches Walk at Leaplish Wateside Park, Tower Knowe Visitor Centre and upstream of Hawkhope car park are good locations. The stream mouths at Matthew’s Linn and Whickhope are worth a try during the spring.
If you are new to fishing then Northumbrian Water's shops at Leaplish Waterside Park and Tower Knowe Visitor Centre sell fishing starter packs which include all the kit you need. For further information call 0845 155 0236.
River North Tyne
The river North Tyne is only 15 minutes drive from Soppit Farm. There's great fishing on the banks of The Tyne, which is widely considered to be England's finest salmon river.
Coarse fishing enthusiasts appreciate the relaxed atmosphere of the Tyne and the lower reaches while casting for grayling, perch, roach, dace, gudgeon, pike and eel.