King of Scottish Rivers
Welcome to the home of the majestic and magnificent River Spey.
The River Spey is widely considered to be the finest river in Scotland and is one of the most important and productive salmon rivers in the UK. Famous for its whisky and salmon fishing, the region supports a wide range of wildlife, including the ‘King of Fish’, the Atlantic Salmon.
Flowing from its source in the Monadhliath Mountains, through the Cairngorm National Park and out into the Moray Firth, for hundreds of years the Spey has captured the hearts and minds of people living and visiting Speyside. With a wealth of things to do, places to visit and a dram or two to sample, it’s easy to see why people fall in love with this special region of Scotland.
RiverSpey.org is where you can find out more about the the Spey Fishery Board and learn about and support vital conservation work, as well as fishing on this iconic salmon river.
The Spey Fishery Board
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There are many projects currently underway or in our plans that will help to enhance the habitat along the River Spey and improve fish passage. But we need your help and support to make these projects happen.
Read our latest News and Blogs
Record Number of Poaching Incidents on the River Spey Highlights Need for Continued Vigilance
The Spey Fishery Board is committed to protecting the River Spey’s precious Atlantic salmon population, a species now classified as endangered. However, this year has seen a worrying increase in
Spey Fishery Board Begins Work on Exciting New Strategy Led by Interim Director, Dr Phil Williams
The Spey Fishery Board is pleased to welcome the support of Dr Phil Williams as our interim Director. Dr Williams brings a wealth of experience in engineering, business and leadership
River Spey Spring Catch 2024 Declared
The Spey Fishery Board is pleased to announce the River Spey’s 2024 spring catch of Atlantic salmon and grilse. Between February 11th and June 30th, 2024, a total of 1727
View the latest Spey Fishing Reports
Week Commencing 23rd September 2024
Good afternoon everyone Well this is it, the final report for the 2024 season. I think it is fair to say that it has been less challenging in some aspects
Week Commencing 16th September 2024
Good afternoon all Well autumn has arrived today, bright and cold with overnight temperatures hitting low single figures for the past few nights. The end is nigh as they say
Week Commencing 9th September 2024
Afternoon everyone As we enter the final push to the end of the season, the weather, up until yesterday had taken an autumnal change but its turned a few degrees
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