Linlithgow Loch Catch Report – 28/07/2025 –03/08/2025

Over the week, 29 boats and 45 anglers were out; 21 fish weighing 63¼ lbs were kept, and 80 fish were returned.

The most successful setups were the Floating, Midge-Tip, Sink-Tip, Intermediate, Di5, and Di7 lines, which were used with blobs, buzzers, diawl bachs, cormorants, damsels, snakes, and black/green lures.

Using the right tactics, the best catches were made by.

Monday to Friday: George Mackintosh and Ali Fyvie caught and released two fish during a three-hour fishing session. The following day, they returned five fish, keeping one at 3½ lbs - see photo.

In addition to keeping 4 trout weighing 10 lbs 10 oz, Ken Wood and his boat partner returned 10 fish to the water. Perth Civil Service Club’s 6 anglers did well on their evening session, keeping 11 trout for 35¾ lbs and returning 21. Gavin Dunn was out with Jimmy Russell and released 5 fish. Ian Dobbie, fishing solo, released 4 trout.

Saturday: Gordon Wilson kept 2 fish for 6 lbs 2 oz and returned 1, Freddie Padden released 4, and Mark Lawton returned 6.

Sunday: Jimmy Russell and his son James returned 14 trout between them.

We regularly restock, as noted on our Facebook page. Boats are available most days for either full-day or 4-hour sessions. To avoid disappointment, please call 01506 671753 or book online in advance.