As we write our thoughts are now firmly focused on the coming season which starts as usual on 1st May. Despite a very dry February I’m pleased to say either side of that we have had decent rains and the river is running high and clear. The water table is still on the low side…
This months fishing report for the River Camel in Cornwall for Trout and Salmon magazine: Sam Hamilton at Butterwell reports the river was low and very clean at the start of the season on 1 May. A tiny amount of rain during the opening day lifted the water an inch or two and coloured it a…
Overall Butterwell fished well for night fly Sea Trout fishers with 71 fish caught and 97% carefully returned. The drought which gripped much of the UK as usual did not deter the Sea Trout from running in good numbers and probably helped them to stop in the Butterwell pools. The surprise was the average size…
Over the last month Sam @butterwell_fishery reports from the River Camel: The last week of July and the majority of August here at Butterwell have fished well, if not a little slow but reassuringly consistent. Though the last 4 weeks have been lightly fished, the Sea Trout landed have been on the larger side with…
The perfect family holiday in Cornwall for the fly fisher in the family Although Butterwell is a fantastic destination for nature loving families, for the dedicated Sea Trout fly fisher, it comes alive during Summer nights. I had a chat with one of our regular visitors who told me the story of how he…
Make memories this year at Butterwell Farm Book your 2020 staycation at Butterwell Farm between now and the end of January to receive the Early Bird 5% discount when you use the code Discount05 to book online. We’ve had a wonderful festive period here at Butterwell Farm. With the log fires burning and potted Christmas trees decorated, all…
Another busy Cornish summer is over and we now look forward to quieter Autumnal days enjoying the crisp air and changing colours of the season. Book your 2019 Autumn/Winter stay at Butterwell Farm within the next week and receive a special 5% discount when you use the code Discount05 to book online. All of our properties…
Happy Customers ~ Cottage Improvements ~ Filming Location ~ Wildlife Notes and Estate Management ~ Fishing Season Summary 2018 Customer Feedback 2018 proved to be a fantastic year for guest reviews across all of our properties. Guests that came to stay in the newly renovated Buzzard Barn were very impressed with the finish and the cosy feel…
As we open our stretch of the River Camel to day time salmon fishing in Cornwall we reflect on the last four month of predominantly night time fly fishing for sea trout at Butterwell Farm fishery The Butterwell sea trout fishermen have been plagued by the exceptionally dry and hot weather in Cornwall this year…
Buzzard Barn ~ Fishing ~ Lambing ~ Family ~ Wildlife notes ~ Privacy policy The Latest from Butterwell Farm Buzzard Barn We completed a full internal renovation and damp proofing of Buzzard Barn on time this June and we have already had a month worth of guests. We are very pleased with the feedback received so far and…