After 16 weeks of good weather, the River is now the lowest level in living memory.
This is the culmination of last winter where we missed much of the snowfall, and a dry spring as well.
The local Angling association has finally called a halt to fishing on the lower reaches of the river, in my opinion something they should have done weeks ago.
The annual Salmon run is in abeyance due to lack of water, and the Salmon are waiting patiently for autumn rain to continue their reproductive spawning journey upstream. Maybe this season will be a write off for the Anglers with only a month of the season left open. However it could be a bonus for future Salmon stocks, and a blessing in disguise !
Meanwhile our Swans and Ducks have enjoyed the best season in years, although the dry river means more walking and less elegant swimming than usual !
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