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

Three exceptional waters.

Scott knows every beat, every pool and every season on the Tweed and Clyde — two of Scotland's most celebrated fly fishing rivers. Loch sessions are available by arrangement.

The River Tweed, Scottish Borders
Primary Water
River Tweed

One of Britain's most celebrated fly fishing rivers — 97 miles of wild trout, grayling and famous salmon runs through stunning Border scenery. Peak season: April–November.

Salmon Wild Brown Trout Grayling
The River Clyde, Scotland
Primary Water
River Clyde

Often overlooked but richly rewarding — exceptional trout and grayling fishing in accessible, beautiful surroundings just south of Glasgow. Ideal for technical dry fly and nymphing.

Wild Brown Trout Grayling
Scottish loch fishing
By Arrangement
Lochs & Fisheries

Selected loch and stillwater sessions available by arrangement — boat fishing for wild brown trout on beautiful Scottish lochs, or commercial fisheries for guaranteed sport.

Wild Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

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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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
Scott83hamilton@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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💬 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.