Salmon fishing at Cargill Beat
Get ready for the 2026 salmon fishing season
The beat is divided into two double bank beats, upper and lower Cargill which are fished on alternate days. Anglers in 2026 will fish the Lower Beat Monday, Wednesday & Friday and the Upper Beat on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday. Catch & Release is in operation from 15th January - 31st May 2026.
Cargill Beat
Cargill is one of the most productive and best known beats for salmon fishing on the river Tay.
Courses & Tuition
We are fortunate in owning one of Scotland's finest Salmon waters where we can offer first class salmon fly fishing tuition.
Directions
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Availability
The beat is divided into two double bank beats, upper and lower Cargill which are fished on alternate days.
Capturing the spirit of the Tay
Salmon fishing in Scotland in 2025
1.2 miles of prime salmon fishing water
Friendly and experienced ghillies to guide beginners and experts
5 year average catch of 338 salmon and grilse
Salmon fishing by boat, bank and wading
Guided salmon fishing breaks in scotland available
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