Posts Tagged ‘river’
Attack of the aliens
People are being urged to get involved in a new lockdown assault on invasive non-native species – whether that’s flora such as Japanese knotweed or fauna such as non-native plant species and American mink – from the comfort of their own homes.
Read MoreReview: Salmon Fishing on the River Thurso
Anyone who has ever fished the Thurso would benefit from this scholarly and comprehensive tome. It is packed with information and anecdotes on this major salmon river. Tracing the history of salmon fishing on the Thurso back to 1700, Dutchman-Smith uses the experience of his 40 years of angling on the river to give a…
Read MoreA hive of activity with a good varied menu
Nestling right on the banks of the River Esk, this former Paper Mill is a bustling, thriving bar and restaurant that is well worth a visit. The menu is popular and accessible but its laid-back gastropub-style comfort food is never clichéd. Helpfully, it’s particularly good for vegetarians and those looking for gluten-free options, while the…
Read MoreCrossing the River Ness will be a bit of all light
People who are out and about in Inverness after dark are set to find their way is slightly easier. The Highland Council is to install illuminated bollards on the pedestrian pavements on either side of Ness Bridge to improve the levels of light for people walking over the bridge in the evenings and to compliment…
Read MoreWhat a fantastic fish!
Calling all anglers This magnificent 25lb salmon was caught by online member sthogg1 on the River Dee. Have you had a good start to the season?
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