"We were fortunate enough to fish the Nore at the end of September last year We didn't know what to expect as we had not ventured to this part of Ireland before.However, excitement mounted as we approached the valley and we first saw the river at Inistioge and again at Brownsbarn where we met up with you and took a closer look - boy -were we impressed - salmon everywhere!
This really was a sight for sore eyes for four fish-starved anglers from Wales, we could hardly believe our good fortune, and couldn't wait to get cracking the following day.We were bowled over by the beauty of the valley and the perfect size of the river with the streamy runs and glides that make for good fly fishing.It's at least twice the width of our home fishery,the Teifi but just what this particular Doctor ordered as we were looking for big river fishing having just acquired our double-handers for the trip.
We subsequently enjoyed three superb days sport during which we met twenty one fish between the four of us returning all that didn't manage to return themselves.Regrettably we didn't hook any monsters but we saw plenty so we'll be back for them.The fish were a good size however and Wil had two approaching the 15lb mark.I was in fantasy land on our second morning taking four fish on the fly but most importantly we all caught fish and loved every minute of our stay.The more cosmopolitan among us would rate the Nore the equal of the more famous Scottish rivers, all I wish to say is that it is an absolute gem.
I also know that the Nore river Trust boys have worked incredibly hard to create this happy state of affairs and you must be gratified to see your efforts pay off so handsomely.It was also very kind of you to take time out to guide us,we really enjoyed your company and have never experienced a welcome quite so overwhelming anywhere.You are an inspiration to us all and you have set the benchmark for salmon river conservation."
Dr.Ian Thomas.
Carmathenshire
