Fly fishing at Loch of Framgord, Mainland, Shetland

About this water

Loch of Framgord lies just inland from the sea, lying below the lighthouse on low coastal ground. It is a very small, shallow loch of roughly three hectares; the outline is simple and the water is very clear, with low alkalinity. Depths are modest, averaging about three metres.

The loch holds good fish and is stocked regularly by the SAA. Access is straightforward: park at the lighthouse and walk down the access road to the loch.

Location

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Fishing permits can be purchased at either the Lerwick Tourist Office or the tackle shop, Rod and Line, which is in Harbour Street in Lerwick. The SAA organises a number of fishing competitions during the season running separate boat and bank leagues and the visiting angler will be made most welcome at these. Details will be supplied with your permit.

You can also buy a permit online from the Association's website.

Boats for hire – The Association has several boats for hire, and at present these are located at the following lochs – Loch of Benston, Loch of Asta, Loch of Northouse, Loch of Clousta, Loch of Tingwall, Sulma Water and Punds Water. These can change, but details of boat locations and hire can be got from the tackle shop.

Clubhouse – The SAA owns an unlicensed clubhouse, situated in Burns Lane in Lerwick, to which the visiting angler is most welcome. Hours of opening are from 8.30pm and 11.00pm on most Tuesdays and Fridays.