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Welcome to Ledcrieff
Fisheries. The fisheries comprises of 2 lochs , Ledcrieff & Lairds
Loch. One loch is suitable for any legal method of fishing,Ledcrieff,
and Lairds is a specimen fly fishing only venue. The lochs
are located in the heart of rural Perthshire, Scotland, in
an area of rare natural beauty.
The lochs are within 5 minutes drive of each other. Ledcrieff
is situated just a few minutes drive off the main A923 at Tullybaccart
along a picturesque road within Pitcur wood. Lundie Crags is
the lochs' backdrop in one of many natural beauty spots in
the area. We are also conveniently situated just a few minutes
drive from the towns of Blairgowrie, Coupar Angus and the City
of Perth. All favourites with holidaymakers and also only a
30 minute drive from the main metropolitan centre of Dundee.
We also cater for fishing parties who come to the area on holiday. Packages can be arranged for Salmon fishing on the Rivers Tay, South Esk,
The Isla and the Ericht. Fishing packages include full 24hour access to the three lochs as well as Wild Brown Trout fishing on the River Tay
and it's tributaries. (more)
Any of the three lochs can be exclusively booked for fishing clubs or Corporate hospitality days out. For further information contact Paul Fox, Fishery Manager.
Ledcrieff Loch can be fished by any legal method. These include fly and bait fishing with worm,maggot or powerbait.
Spinning is not allowed on the loch. Having rescued the Loch from an unfortunate history of neglect and abuse we have restored it to the
exemplary condition it is in today.
There is easy access to all sides of the loch including wheelchair access at the Dam wall and the first jetty beside the office which is reserved for this purpose. We are well stocked with specimen trout which include Rainbows, Browns, Blue and there are also some Arctic char stocked in Ledcrieff. The loch fishes particularly well to the fly with substantial hatches of damsels,midge pupa (buzzers) and sedges. We have an on site office at Ledcrieff loch which offers snacks such as tea, coffee , cans of juice and sweets and crisps. Fishing tackle is available for hire and bait too should you require it. Ledcrieff is an ideal loch for beginners to experienced anglers alike. It is ideal for a fun day out for all the family with plenty of activities to keep everyone occupied.
Lairds Loch is preserved as a fly only specimen loch. The fish stocked are Rainbow and Brown trout which are stocked from 3lb upwards.
The loch can be fished from the bank or by boat.
There are four boats available and it is recommended to book in advance to avoid disappointment. Ticket prices for fishing Lairds Loch includes the cost of the boat hire.
The area around Lairds loch is designated as a site
of Special Scientific Interest, (SSI). It is bounded by rare plants and fauna such as wild orchids and reeds. There are many species of wildlife
that are regularly spotted around the loch from Ospreys and Sparrowhawks to wild otters, deer and Pine Martens.