River Guash

The river Guash is gentle limestone river that winds from Rutland Water, through Great Casterton to Ryhall and across to the North of Stamford to enter the river Welland to the east. It is split into a number of joined beats, that give a variety of pools and riffles.

We have a River Keeper who maintains access to the popular beats throughout the season where possible.

The river flow and height is pretty constant as the water is regulated at the Rutland Water dam with increases around a foot in heavy rain.

Fishing the Guash can be challenging and rewarding. Certain beats are very easy to fish and accessible and for those who want a more challenging stalk and cast, there is plenty to be found along the beats. Shorter rods are preferred and a light line as long casting is not the best method. We are talking about stalking the fish and flicking that fly in a likely stretch. The fish are truly wild and can grow up to 3lb. Grayling are also now being caught on the beat due to a fingerling stocking policy down stream. All fish are free rising throughout the season beginning on April 1st. All fishing is accessible from the bank and wading is allowed outside the spawning season with waders and a wading stick recommended if you enter the river. It can be very silted in places so be very careful.

Car parking, access and banks available are marked on the maps.

No dogs allowed and catch and release is encouraged using barbless hooks.