NORHAM
LIFE
LADYKIRK AND NORHAM ANGLING IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
The Ladykirk and Norham Angling Improvement Association was founded in 1925. We have two and a half miles of double bank fishing for trout and grayling on the lower Tweed above and below Norham.
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The club membership is restricted to those who live in Norham or Ladykirk. We have about 25 members, including ladies and juniors. Under 15’s have to be accompanied by an adult. One of our members has also been in the Scottish International Team for the last 4 years
New members are welcome and may participate in our competitions and outings. We have 5 competitions on the river and 5 on a still water location each season. Please note that at some venues in England a UK rod license maybe required. Check www.gov.uk/fishing-licences for up to date information.
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When using waders in the river, wading boot studs, inflatable fly lifejacket or similar are strongly recommended. Also, consider a wading stick. Safety is your own responsibility!
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The ideal river level for fishing is 2ft or 0.61 meters or below. See below link for current levels. It is not advised to fish above this level especially when trying to wade to the islands.
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http://apps.sepa.org.uk/waterlevels/default.aspx?sd=t&lc=9514
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Permits for non-residents are £10 per day, £20 per week or £30 per season and are available from.
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R G Foreman & Son Butchers,
8 Castle Street
Norham-on-Tweed
Northumberland
TD15 2LQ
Tel. 01289 382260
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There is a fishing department within the butchers where various items of tackle are available for purchase. A list of fishing rules is printed on the rear of the permit.
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(Permits can also be purchased from the Mace Store and Castle Gunmakers.)
"Fly fishing may be considered the most beautiful of all rural sports." Frank Forester
Residents should also contact Foreman's Butchers about joining and permits.
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Club members also benefit from a discretionary discount when purchasing items of tackle from the butchers fishing department and their permits can also be renewed here.
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Scorecards are available for river competitions and a tape measure is required to record fish lengths. (Photographs of caught fish are optional). The secretary will also provide information on how to attend away competitions.
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Away competitions will have their own rules and safety regulations and these should be able to be checked in advance on their respective web sites.
If you would like more information on the Ladykirk & Norham Angling Improvement Association you can keep up to date either signing up for the village newsletter or using the Village Share section of the website for competition dates and current leader board.