F
ishing is nature’s therapy. According to David Lyons, the director at Tackling Minds, a charity that uses fishing to help mental health, “Spending time by the water can help people slow down, reflect and reset. The calming nature of watching a float brings focus and stillness. It draws your attention away from any external worries and allows you to be truly present in the moment.”
And it turns out you don’t even have to venture off the island. British rivers and lakes are full of eligible fish to catch. “There’s variety to suit every angler in the UK — from wild trout in upland streams or hill lochs, to big pike in still waters, or bass along our stunning coastlines,” says Peter Devery from Angling Trust. What’s more? Luxury venues around England, Scotland and Wales not only have beautiful accommodation to rest your weary head after a day of wooing trout, but also boast miles of riverbanks available exclusively for hotel guests. You can roll out of bed and on to the beat with these eight fancy fishing venues.
Gordon Castle was built in the 1770s
1. Gordon Castle, Scotland
