Scottish Borders · River Tweed & Clyde

Fish these rivers the right way.

Expert guided fly fishing in the Scottish Borders with a 4x Scottish River Fly Fishing Champion. Days that stay with you long after the river does.

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4× Scottish Champion Scottish River Fly Fishing Championships
Scott Hamilton with a prize wild brown trout on a Scottish river, blue sky
4×
Scottish River Fly
Fishing Champion

Your Guide

Meet Scott Hamilton

Scott Hamilton has spent a lifetime reading Scottish rivers — every riffle, every run, every lie that holds a fish. Born and raised in the Borders, he has competed and coached at the highest levels of the sport, winning the Scottish River Fly Fishing Championship four times.

Whether you're chasing your first wild trout on a dry fly, hunting autumn salmon on the Tweed, or looking to sharpen the competitive edge that wins championships, Scott brings genuine expertise to every day on the water.

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4×
Scottish Champion
30+
Years on local rivers
2
Iconic Rivers

What's on Offer

Days on the water.

Every day is guided personally by Scott — no junior guides, no large groups. Just you, the river, and someone who knows it intimately.

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Full Day Guided Fishing

A complete day on the Tweed or Clyde with Scott by your side. Beats chosen to match the conditions, the season and your experience. All tackle and permits included.

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1-on-1 Competitive Coaching

Train with a four-time Scottish champion. Bespoke sessions designed to sharpen technique, river reading and competitive strategy. For anglers who want to win — or just fish better.

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Half Day Introduction

New to fly fishing, or returning after a long break? A relaxed half-day session covering the essentials — casting, reading the water, and your first fish on a fly.

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Gift Vouchers

The gift of a day on a Scottish river. Vouchers are available for any experience and can be posted or emailed. A perfect birthday or Christmas present for the angler in your life.

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Loch & Stillwater Days

Occasional guided sessions on selected Scottish lochs and fisheries — boat fishing for brown trout, or tactical loch-style fly fishing for those wanting to broaden their experience.

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Small Group Sessions

Corporate events, stag parties, or a group of friends — Scott can arrange small group sessions (max 4) on private beats. A memorable day out with expert guidance throughout.

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Where We Fish

Scotland's finest fly fishing rivers.

The River Tweed is Scott's home water and the heart of what Hamilton Fly Fishing is built on. Day trips to other exceptional Scottish rivers are available by arrangement — including the Clyde, Tummel, Teviot, Tay, Annan and others.

The River Tweed, Scottish Borders — guided fly fishing with Scott Hamilton
Home Water · Primary
River Tweed

The Tweed is one of Britain's great fly fishing rivers — 97 miles of wild brown trout, grayling and world-famous salmon runs through the heart of the Scottish Borders. Scott has fished and guided every beat across every season for over 30 years. Spring dry fly, summer evenings, autumn salmon and winter grayling — this river fishes year-round and rewards those who know it well.

Atlantic Salmon Wild Brown Trout Grayling Sea Trout
The River Clyde fly fishing
Day Trips Available
River Clyde & Teviot

The Clyde is exceptional for technical dry fly and nymphing — underrated and often uncrowded. The Teviot, a Tweed tributary, offers outstanding wild trout fishing through the Borders.

Wild Brown Trout Grayling
Scottish river and loch fly fishing
By Arrangement
Tay, Tummel, Annan & More

Day trips to the River Tay, River Tummel, River Annan and other selected Scottish rivers can be arranged. Loch and stillwater sessions are also available — ask Scott about options for your visit.

Salmon Wild Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Based in the Scottish Borders, Scott guides primarily on the River Tweed — his home water for over 30 years. Day trips are available to other top Scottish fly fishing rivers including the River Clyde, River Teviot, River Tay, River Tummel, River Annan and selected Scottish lochs and fisheries. All trips are guided personally by Scott — contact him to discuss your preferred river and dates.

Championship Coaching

Train with a champion.

Scott's coaching programme is built from the same techniques that delivered four Scottish River Fly Fishing Championship titles. Whether you're preparing to compete or simply want to fish at a much higher level, these sessions will change how you approach a river.

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4× Scottish River Fly Fishing Champion — the most decorated active river guide in the Scottish Borders.
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Bespoke 1-on-1 sessions — casting, nymphing, dry fly, river reading, competitive strategy and mental approach.
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Conducted on working river beats — all coaching takes place on real water, not casting ponds.
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All abilities welcome — from ambitious beginners to experienced anglers competing at club and national level.
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Scott Hamilton coaching a client casting on a Scottish river
"The river doesn't lie. Learn to read it, and everything else follows."
— Scott Hamilton

What It Costs

Transparent pricing.

All trips include Scott's guiding, tackle and equipment, beat permits and river licenses. Rates are per person.

Half Day
Introduction Session
Contact for rates — all abilities welcome
  • 4–5 hours on the water
  • Full tackle & waders provided
  • Beat permit included
  • Casting instruction included
  • Ideal for beginners
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Full Day
Guided Fishing Day
Contact for rates — Tweed or Clyde
  • Full day on the water
  • Beat selected for conditions
  • All tackle provided
  • Permits & licences included
  • Lunch break on the riverbank
  • Photography of your day
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Coaching
1-on-1 Champion Session
Contact for rates — bespoke sessions
  • Full day on working beats
  • Tailored to your goals
  • Video analysis available
  • Competitive strategy included
  • Written session notes provided
  • Follow-up advice included
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Follow the Journey

Scott on Instagram.

River reports, catches and life on the Tweed and Clyde — follow along for the latest from the water.

📸 @scotthamilton26
Scott Hamilton fly fishing Instagram
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River Tweed fly fishing Instagram
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Scott Hamilton Instagram
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Grayling fishing Instagram
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Scottish river fly fishing Instagram
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Catch and release fly fishing Instagram
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Fishing Diary

From the river bank.

River conditions, catch reports and seasonal tips from Scott — updated throughout the season.

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River Tweed spring conditions
River Report · Tweed
Spring on the Tweed — what to expect in April and May

The Tweed in spring is one of fly fishing's great experiences. The first hatches of the season bring wild brown trout to the surface and the river feels alive again after winter...

Scott Hamilton · April 2026 Read →
Grayling fishing Scotland
Tactics · Grayling
Why autumn grayling fishing on the Clyde is underrated

Most anglers overlook the Clyde for grayling, which is a mistake. October and November produce exceptional fish on nymphs, and you'll often have the entire river to yourself...

Scott Hamilton · March 2026 Read →
Fly fishing coaching Scotland
Coaching · Competition
Five things that separate competitive anglers from recreational ones

After four Scottish Championship titles, I've noticed the same patterns in anglers who improve quickly versus those who plateau. It rarely comes down to casting ability...

Scott Hamilton · February 2026 Read →

Gift Vouchers

The perfect gift for any occasion.

A day on a Scottish river with a four-time national champion is a gift that goes far beyond anything you can wrap. It's a story worth telling, a skill worth learning, and a day that stays with you long after the river does.

Hamilton Fly Fishing gift vouchers are available for any experience — a full guided day on the Tweed, a half-day introduction, or a 1-on-1 coaching session. An exceptional gift for a husband, father, boyfriend, son or anyone who loves the outdoors.

Sent by email as a printable PDF. No expiry date — redeemable whenever suits the recipient.

Birthday Gift Father's Day Christmas Gift Gift for Him Anniversary Retirement Gift
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Full Day
Guided Fishing
A full day on the River Tweed with 4× Scottish Champion Scott Hamilton. All tackle, waders and permits included.
— Personal guiding throughout
— All tackle & equipment provided
— Beat permits included
— No expiry date
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Looking for a unique experience gift for a man? A fly fishing experience in Scotland makes an exceptional and memorable present. Hamilton Fly Fishing gift vouchers are available for guided fishing days on the River Tweed, half-day introductions and fly fishing lessons in the Scottish Borders — ideal as a birthday gift for him, Father's Day gift, Christmas gift for a fisherman, retirement present or anniversary gift. All vouchers are delivered by email as a printable PDF with no expiry date.

What Clients Say

Days they remember.

★★★★★

"An extraordinary day on the Tweed. Scott's knowledge of the river is remarkable — he had us into fish within the first hour. Worth every penny and we'll be back."

James R. Edinburgh · Full Day Guided Fishing
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"I booked a coaching session before my first club competition. Scott broke down my technique, showed me how to read the water, and I came second. Can't recommend him highly enough."

David M. Glasgow · 1-on-1 Coaching Session
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"Bought my husband a day with Scott as a birthday present. He came home talking about it for weeks. A truly memorable experience with a real expert."

Claire T. Peebles · Gift Voucher Day

Common Questions

Everything you need to know.

Not at all. Scott regularly guides complete beginners and provides full casting instruction as part of every session. The half-day introduction is specifically designed for those new to fly fishing.
All tackle, rods, reels, flies, waders and boots are provided as part of every booking. Simply bring comfortable clothes and waterproof layers.
Scotland does not require a national rod licence — a significant advantage over England and Wales. Beat permits are included in your booking fee and arranged by Scott.
Wild brown trout and grayling year-round, Atlantic salmon in season on the Tweed (February–November), and sea trout from late spring. The Clyde is particularly good for technical trout and grayling fishing.
April–June is exceptional for dry fly trout fishing. September–November is the prime salmon and back-end trout season on the Tweed. Grayling fishing is superb through autumn and winter. Scott can advise on the best timing for your goals.
A guided day focuses on having a great experience and catching fish. Coaching sessions are structured around improving your technique, river craft and — for competitive anglers — your tournament performance. Both take place on real working river beats.
Full details are in our Terms & Conditions. In short — cancellations made more than 14 days in advance receive a full refund. Within 14 days, we do our best to rebook you on a suitable alternative date.
Yes — Scott can arrange small group sessions for up to four people, including corporate days and special occasions. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements and dates.

Get in Touch

Book a day on the river.

Use the form to enquire about a date, ask a question or discuss a bespoke session. Scott personally responds to every enquiry.

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Phone
+44 7909 810319
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Email
Scotts83hamilton@gmail.com
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Based in
Scottish Borders, Scotland
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Response time
Scott replies to all enquiries within 24 hours

Get in touch directly

The best way to book a day or ask a question is to call or email Scott directly. He personally responds to every enquiry, usually within a few hours.

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Call Scott
+44 7909 810319
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💬 What to include

When you get in touch, it helps to mention the type of session you're interested in, your approximate experience level, and any preferred dates. Scott will come back to you with availability and everything you need to know.

Hamilton Fly Fishing offers expert guided fly fishing on the River Tweed and River Clyde in the Scottish Borders. Scott Hamilton is a 4× Scottish River Fly Fishing Champion providing guided fishing days for wild brown trout, grayling and salmon, plus 1-on-1 competitive fly fishing coaching and tuition for anglers of all abilities. All tackle, waders and beat permits included. Based in the Scottish Borders — covering the Tweed valley, River Clyde and selected Scottish lochs.