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Fishing in Scotland with Roxtons

Holidays in Scottish lodges have for generations been part of the sporting calendar. For good reason - they are excellent value and there is plenty for all the family to do whatever their age or interests.

The sport on offer can range from salmon and trout fishing through to stalking and walked up grouse depending on the season.

The Highlands of Scotland remain the last great bastion of the traditional family sporting holiday.

Accommodation tends to be in historic houses, quite large parties of eight to twelve or more can be catered for. And you can take the dog!

Although self-catering is sometimes an option normally a cook and staff are on hand to allow you to make the most of your holiday.

Rod
A double handed rod from a 13' - 15' for a 9-10 weight line for the salmon fishing and a single handed 7-8 weight rod is recommended for sea trout and trout fishing.

Lines
Sink tip or sinking lines are used in the early season and you then move onto intermediate or full floating lines in the summer months.

Flies
This is a guide of flies that can be used here

Salmon

Willie Gunn
Collie Dog
Ally's Shrimp
Blue Charm

Please also try any of your own flies

Trout

Mayflies
Hawthorn
Wulf's Grey and Royal
Most Sedge patterns

Again please experiment with your own favorites

Other Items
Showers are common as well as winds in this northerly land, ao please take a wind and rain proof coat with you at all times.

There are many other activities one can do in this wonderful country other than fishing and they include:

Walking
Game Shooting
Deer Stalking
Wildlife viewing

Season
February until October.

Time Difference from GMT
None.

Electricity
240v.

Currency
There are two official currencies in Scotland, the first being the British pound sterling and the Scottish pound sterling. Both have equal values and can also be used in England and Wales.

Tips
Tips are at your discretion, but as a general guide £25.00 per rod per day to the Ghilly is the norm.

Visa Requirements
None for EU residents.

Medical Requirements
There are no required inoculations for travel to Scotland, though you are advised to check with your doctor prior to departure regarding any vaccinations that may be recommended. If you are taking prescription medicines please ensure that you bring enough for the duration of your stay.

Insects
The further north you go in Scotland the more frequent the mosquitoes are, particularly in July and August. However, insects are normally not a major problem when using repellents and taking sensible precautions. You may need a mosquito veil in extreme situations but even here a bottle of repellent is often sufficient.

Scotland is a Country in the northern part of the British Isles.