Picture a brown-trout-only water, easily accessible with permits readily available, and set in a glen amid green hills with crystal clear water and only the call of birds breaking the silence.

Where?  In central Scotland Glenquey is just off the A823,

with fishing controlled by the Devon Angling Association.  Built in 1909, the reservoir extends to 41 acres with shallow shelving on the southern bank, which makes for easy wading.  In the summertime, as the water recedes and vegetation grows on the exposed bank, it provides excellent insectivorous feeding.  The reservoir is periodically stocked throughout the season, which runs from 1 April to 30 September.  

Fly only fishing is allowed and for anglers like myself you'll find a floating or intermediate line is all you need.  A dry fly, right from the start of the season, will take fish using Dark Grouse or Black Hoppers as well as Wickham's and Dry Cinnamon and Gold.  For wet fly fishing try a Peter Ross on the tail with a pick of the Claret range (i.e. Grouse or Bumble series), Bibios, Kate McLaren or Zulus early in the season.  As the season progresses, try Gold or Silver bodied flies, still with a Peter Ross on the tail.  Trout to 14" in size give a good account of themselves, hitting the fly fast.  Seasonal catch returns indicate an average weight of 3/4 lb.  The day's fishing runs from 10 am until an hour after sunset and whilst fish move and feed all day, you'll find in the summer months most fishing is done in the evenings, with some spectacular movement when a hatch of Caenis or Midge is on the water.

So, give yourself a treat away from the lure chasing Rainbow.  Head up the A823 into Glendevon, turn left up the Glenquey road (opposite the lay-by alongside Castlehill Reservoir) for 3/4 mile and park in the Devon Angling Association car park.  From there a short walk takes you up to the fishing.  Pick your bank (or fish all the way round) and enjoy.  Please leave us a record of what you catch in the box provided - and tight lines.