Lochter Fishery

Lochter Fishery consists of 3 Fly Fishing Lochs over some 14 acres of water and two Bait Ponds. Once of our lochs is the unique Muckle Troot Loch which is int he shape of a big leaping trout!

We are open from 8am to dusk all years round, 7 days a week and there is no necessity to book as there is always ample space.

Stocking
We are a rainbow trouts fishery which also has a natural head of brown trout. Our rainbow trout are of the finest quality and range from alb to well over double figures. We rear most of our fish ourselves in our specially designed stream holding ponds and produce strong, well toned fish to test any weaknesses in your knots. We keep a very close eye on catch rates and conditions at the Fishery too.
We stock generously whilst balancing needs of novices with those of the expert making it neither too easy more too difficult to catch fish.
There are a few pastimes more relaxing than trout fishing and we are the ideal place to come and enjoy the sport in our peaceful idyllic surroundings.

Ospreys
Uniquely, in the Summer we have our own pair of resident ospreys that nest at the Fishery and while here you can have a front row view of their chick rearing and fishing antics not only from nearby but also from the comfort of our restaurant where footage of the nest is streamed live in high definition.

Award Winners
We are a Troutmaster water and in the past few year have been selected from ALL Scottish fisheries by SANA to very successfully hold both the National and International Stillwater Championships.
Lochter Fishery are the past winners of the Trout Fisherman magazine Fishery of the Year. Some 15,000 anglers a year enjoy what we have to offer so we must be doing something right.

The Bothy
We have a very nice bothy where you can relax and reflect on your days fishing. You are able to order any of the delicious food from our restaurant menu but enjoy it in a more informal conform of the bothy or outside on the picnic tables.
There is also free tea and coffee making facilities available. We have a licensed bar in the bothy, so after a hard days fishing you can unwind with a cold beer or warming dram.

Flies and Lures
There is an extensive range of proven flies and lures suited to catching our fish and don't forget to check the returns book to glean an insight from those who have fished before you. If you have forgotten your fishing kit then don't despair because you can hire all the equipment you need.

Tuition
We welcome and have a track record for teaching total beginners how to fly fish. There is a lot of mystique associated with fly fishing so if you have always wanted to give it a go but have been a bit hesitant then hold back no more. We have all the equipment necessary, all you need to do is contact us to fix up your lesson.
Lessons are £20 for one hour which includes equipment hire.

Group Bookings
We offer special deals for group bookings (clubs/pubs/work outings) where tuition, hire, food and drink can be easily organised to meet your needs.
For fishing only bookings we can arrange BBQ facilities for your use and you can get your refreshments from the Bothy Bar. It really is a great chance to do something different and enjoy yourself in the great outdoors with the scenic view of Bennachie in the background.
Whether you are a lone fisher looking for peaceful fishing reflection, a novice filled with hope or a group of friends sharing collective fun… then come along to Lochter Fishery and see what we are all about!