Location: Near Ardgay, Sutherland.
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Airport: Inverness - approx 1 hour drive, with connections to major UK cities. Car collection or helicopter hire available.
Rail: Inverness, with connection to Ardgay (12 miles from Lodge). Car collection is available.
Car: From Inverness - take the A9 north over the Kessock Bridge, then before the town of Alness turn left onto the B9176 to Bonar Bridge. At Ardgay turn left onto the minor road by 'Lady Ross Tea Rooms'. After 1 mile you cross the river Carron, then after 8 miles turn left at the phone box. The Alladale entrance is a further 1.5 miles, with a 2 mile driveway leading to the lodge.
Car Hire: Inverness.
Helicopter: Day heli-fishing packages from Inverness to the Alladale hill lochs are available. Please enquire for details.
Bookings: For full details and a brochure contact:
Alladale Estates, Ardgay, Sutherland IV24 3BS
Phone +44 (0)1863 755 338 (Scotland) +44 (0)1494 681682 (England) Fax +44 (0)1863 755 352
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ACCOMMODATION
Alladale Lodge (opposite) was built in 1877 and has been fully refurbished. It stands on an elevated plateau surrounded by gardens with spectacular views over Scotland's most northerly ancient Caledonian pine forest. With a capacity of up to 14 guests, the accommodation consists of 7 elegant bedrooms, most with ensuite bathrooms. Evenings are spent in front of open fires and the traditional local cuisine is prepared by a resident chef.
Deanich Lodge (below) is an old-style traditional Highland hunting lodge set in a remote glen. Deanich has been deliberately kept as a 'rustic escape', without electricity, but with all the necessary comforts and facilities. Self-catering. Sleeps 9 (5 rooms).
Tarriffs: Deanich (self-catering) - from 250 UK Pounds per person per week. Alladale Lodge (all-inclusive) - prices on application.
Corporate enquiries are welcomed.
HELI-FISHING Alladale specialises in Heli-Fishing packages, transporting guests by air from Inverness to their lochs, for a day or longer. Corporate Events can include fly fishing and instruction, with or without helicopter transport. Preferential helicopter rates are available to guests travelling to and from Inverness Airport. |
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WILD
BROWN TROUT FISHING
Fishing for wild brown trout on the Estate's dozen or so hill lochs is
the main attraction for anglers at Alladale. Throughout the estate there
are stunning views of forest, hills, rivers and glens, and the ruggedness
of the landscape is perfect for those who appreciate fishing in remote,
unspoilt country.
As well as brown trout, two of the lochs hold arctic char, an ancient
- and fairly rare species in Scotland. The trout themselves vary in
weight
and colouring from loch to loch, but all are hard-fighting and there
are good-sized fish to be caught. Most of the lochs can be accessed
fairly
easily by foot, but a few require a longer walk. Transport to the fishing
can be provided by vehicle or helicopter.
Methods: Fishing on the lochs is
generally by wet-fly, using traditional Highland fly patterns, but dry
fly can also be fished and a dapping rod can be wielded successfully from
a boat. Boats are available on some lochs, although bank fishing is often
very productive on waters of this kind.
SALMON FISHING
The River Carron, which flows into the Kyle of Sutherland near Bonar-Bridge, is one of the top salmon rivers in the north-east Highlands. The Alladale beats are in the upper reaches of the river and fish best from June to August when there is a good chance of grilse (small summer salmon of between 4 and 8lbs) or larger summer fish. Salmon fishing at this time of year does, however, depend upon rainfall to bring the fish into the system. Set amid spectacular scenery the river is very attractive to fish and varies in character from rocky pools to slower stretches.
Tackle: The Carron can be fished effectively with either a grilse or sea-trout rod, or a longer (14 or 15 foot) salmon rod. Typical salmon flies include Willie Gunn, Garry Dog, Collie Dog, Ally's Shrimp, Munro Killer and Hair Mary. Suitable tackle for both trout and salmon fishing can be hired from the Estate. Ghillies (Guides) are available by arrangement, and rod rooms, drying rooms and freezing facilities are provided at the accommodation.
Alladale Salmon and Trout Season
1 March to 31 October (except Sundays)
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