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NewsWild Trout Trust charity auction features private beats and artwork
The Wild Trout Trust annual charity auction runs 13-22 March, offering over 300 lots including private fishing beats, artwork and experiences
By Hollis Butler
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NewsDerbyshire trout fishery closes after operator liquidation
Carsington Sport and Leisure has ceased trading after 33 years, leaving the future of one of Derbyshire’s best-known trout fisheries uncertain for anglers
By Hollis Butler
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NewsGovernment forced back to High Court over failing trout river
The Upper Costa Beck in North Yorkshire remains in decline after nearly two decades, with the Government ordered back to the High Court for failing to produce a lawful river recovery plan
By Hollis Butler
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NewsSteve Clarke opens 2026 salmon fishing season on River Tay
Scotland football manager Steve Clarke officially opened the 2026 salmon-fishing season on the River Tay at Meikleour on 15 January
By Hollis Butler
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Trout and Salmon at major British fly fair
British Fly Fair International returns to Staffordshire in February 2026, featuring international fly-tyers, casting demonstrations and expert talks
By Hollis Butler
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New chiefs at major Scottish rivers
Scotland’s Tay and Spey salmon fishery boards have appointed new chiefs, with Sean Robertson and Duncan Ferguson taking up senior management roles
By Hollis Butler
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Major Northumberland river restoration completed
One of the UK’s largest river restoration schemes has been completed on the River Breamish in Northumberland
By Hollis Butler
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Inaugural Orri Award winners announced
The North Atlantic Salmon Fund has named the first winners of its Orri Award, backing community-led salmon conservation projects
By Hollis Butler
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Salmon film screened at EU Parliament highlights Baltic crisis
A documentary by Swedish fly-fisher Emilie Björkman was screened at the European Parliament, warning of the dramatic decline in wild Baltic salmon populations
By Hollis Butler
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Farlows hosts the Editor
Trout & Salmon hosted its first reader event at Farlows on 11 December, featuring editor Pete Tyjas, magazine contributors, fishing tips and an evening of camaraderie
By Hollis Butler
