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2°just now
Reasonable early season fishing likely at Derwent Reservoir
Conditions are not ideal but fishable at Derwent Reservoir. The ripple should help fish move and feed more confidently.
Upper Derwent Valley. Wild character with moorland surroundings. Sparse hatches but good wild brown trout fishing for the patient angler willing to work hard.
Conditions
coldovercastbreezy
WModerate266°
18 kph
Boat drift recommended
A gentle ripple is ideal for drifting — broadside drift covering the wind lanes should be productive.
Approach
Start with Black Buzzer (12-14) on a slow figure-of-eight or hang under indicator. If that does not produce, switch depth or speed before changing the pattern entirely.
Recommended flies
Active food signals
Buzzers & Midges (77%)Buzzers & Midges (71%)Shrimp & Hoglouse (69%)Small Olives (69%)
What to watch
The best window in early season is often late morning through the afternoon as the water warms.
Plan B: If nothing responds, try a slow-retrieved small lure through the deeper water.
Why this advice?
- early season conditions with overcast skies and breezy wind.
Advanced conditions data