Fishing in Dumfries and Galloway

Buittle Reservoir Dalbeattie
The reservoir is 3 miles from Dalbeattie and is controlled by Dalbeattie Angling Association. The site is spread over 25 acres and is stocked regularly with rainbow trout and has a population of wild brown trout. Tickets are about £15 for adults and £7.50 for children for a 3 fish limit. The reservoir is fly only. Tickets are available from McCowans 01556 502009 or 01556 610270 open 9am- 5pm Mon-Sat.

Dalbeattie Angling Association
The DAA has 3.5 miles of the lower Urr. The lower beat is tidal with nine named pools whereas the upper beat Firthhead has pools, glides and runs and is ideal fly water. Daily and weekly visitor tickets are available throughout the season, though in Oct/Nov the number of visitor tickets is limited to 10. A map with beat boundaries, pool locations and parking areas is provided with the ticket. Tickets are available from McCowans 01556 502009 or 01556 610270 open 9am- 5pm Mon-Sat.

Carlingwark Loch
The loch is in the centre of Castle Douglas and there is free coarse fishing for pike and perch.

Broom Fisheries
Situated just outside Annan which is approx 15 miles south east of Dumfries. There are three two acre Fly Only Lochs and a further two 1.5 acre lochs. They are well stocked with Rainbows, Browns And Golden trout ranging from approx 2lbs to 20lbs plus. The fishery is set in beautiful surroundings and offers naturalised waters with prolific life forms, ideal for dry fly, nymph and all natural patterns. One of the best places for fishing in Dumfries and Galloway and is flanked with woodland offering seclusion from the other fishing venues. Contact: The Lodge, Broom Farm Estate, Annan. 01461-700209 or 07850-157688. http://www.broomfisheries.co.uk

Castle Douglas Angling Association CDAA
There are over 5 miles of middle reaches of the River Urr, starting at Steep End and finishing at Grange Water for the visiting angler. The river offers many pools and a map is available with map names from ticket outlets. For tickets contact Tommys Sports 01556 502851