For centuries, the
Rising Sun Inn has enjoyed a premier position in North Devon for
sporting and leisure pursuits. We can arrange access to some of the
best fishing beats on the River Taw which is generally accepted as
THE Sea Trout & Salmon river of the Southwest. Check out our
fishing log when you visit - it'll be tucked away behind the
bar.
Check out our
fishing log on arrival - and make sure your catch is dually recorded
before you leave! Rod prices per day are from £35
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TUITION NOW
AVAILABLE
New to fly
fishing? ...or perhaps you want to hone your skills this
season?
Residents at the Rising Sun Inn can enjoy special
concessions on tuition provided by some of the West Country's finest
instructors. Phone us on 01769 560447 or email our fishing expert
on: mark.flyfisherman@tiscali.co.uk
Mark Izzard
Tel: 07903 773065
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If you're not so keen on getting the
fishing - please take a look at our other activities available.
Call us on Tel:
01769 560 447 |
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| Species: |
Salmon, Sea Trout, Brown
Trout |
| Season: |
Salmon 1 March-30 Sept. Sea/Brown Trout
15 March-30 Sept |
| Rod Length: |
Salmon 12ft-13ft. Sea Trout
10ft |
| Regulations: |
As per Environment Agency
Rules |
| Wading: |
Chest waders advisable, thigh waders are
necessary. Wading at own risk |
| All beats available 24hrs from 6am to
6am |
| Access: |
Some beats available direct from hotel.
Once allocated beat boundaries must be strictly
observed. |
| Popular Salmon Flies: |
Stoats Tail, Silver Stoat, Ally Shrimp,
Munroe, Garrydog, GP, Blue Charm |
| Popular Sea Trout Flies: |
Silver Stoat, Teal, Blue & Silver,
Connamarra Black, Peter Ross |
| Fly Line: |
Sink tip advisable on higher water,
otherwise floating line |
| Fishing Licences: |
Available from Post Offices - must be
carried at all times |
| Best Times: |
Salmon - March to May, Aug-Sept; Trout -
May-Aug |
| Size of Fish: |
Best Salmon in last 5 years = 23lb. Best
Sea Trout in last 5 years = 11½lb |
| Spinning: |
Only currently allowed in
March |
| Size of River: |
The Taw would be regarded as being a
medium sized river |
| Tuition |
Available by prior
arrangement | |
TACKLE STORE
We have opened our own
tackle store on site.All tackle is supplied by Fulling Mill.
Why not ring us up &
order all your fishing needs before your arrival.
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Fishing