Women's Fly Fishing Days Return to the River Tweed for Third Year
A popular programme of Fly Fishing Days for salmon on the River Tweed is returning for its third year, continuing its mission to open the sport to more women in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Building on the success of previous seasons, the 2026 series offer a range of guided days across some of the river’s most renowned beats. Designed for both beginners and experienced anglers, each day includes access to equipment, along with tuition from female casting instructors and coaches.
Dates and locations:
Saturday 30 May – Carham Beat
Friday 12 June – Lower North Wark
Saturday 25 July – Boathouse & Canny
Friday 21 August – River Ettrick (morning fishing), followed by lunch and a guided tour of Bowhill House, home to many of the jewels of the Buccleuch collection.
Saturday 5 September – Upper Caberston
Set against the backdrop of the Scottish Borders, the programme has grown year-on-year, attracting women keen to learn new skills, build confidence on the water and spend time on one of the world’s most iconic salmon rivers.
Prices start from £60 per day, deliberately set to encourage participation and welcome more women into the sport.
All proceeds from the days will be donated to TweedStart, the youth angling initiative helping to inspire the next generation of anglers.
Anne Woodcock of the Tweed Foundation said: “Now in its third year, the days continue to grow in confidence and popularity. They provide a relaxed and supportive introduction to fly fishing, while giving women the opportunity to experience the River Tweed in a meaningful way. Everyone taking part also supports TweedStart and invest in the future of our river.”
Women joining the days can expect beautiful locations and a friendly, inclusive atmosphere throughout the series.
For more information and to book a place please contact Anne email anne@tweedfoundation.org.uk
