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Fly Fishing in Durham
Beamish fishery in Durham is a popular North East fly fishing destination.
At Beamish using a Buzzer can often guarantee catches all day while Fly fishing in county Durham. Other popular flies include Hopper’s Sedges and CDC’s. The Cat’s Whisker is a tip for success when fish are to be found well below the surface.
Sharpley Springs fishery in Durham has grown in popular in recent years, despite the strong competition from the magnificent array of Stillwater trout fishing venues across Durham and Northumberland.
When fly fishing in Durham at Sharpley Springs try a selection of traditional and contemporary patterns to maximise the chance of success. Fish of weight up to 15lb have been caught on everything from a Black Buzzer to a Purple Dancer. The Bloodworm and Hares Ear are also popular with regular fly fisherman.
Blackton Reservoir in Durham is increasing in popularity with fly fisherman. As with any fly fishing in Durham the popular fishing flies include Kate Mclaren, Black Buzzer, and Black Fritz. Blackton Reservoir can also yield good results on small dry flies, partuclarly in warm weather.