Stenton Beat is one of the most picturesque salmon beats on the River Tay with eight superb pools offering the fly fisherman sport the whole length of the beat.

The middle Tay beats fish well throughout the season. Many spring salmon make their first stop at Stenton so a fresh springer can be expected. During the summer months the salmon & grilse fishing can be first rate. The water fishes well from about 3ft 6in right down to summer level.

The beat extends to half a mile of single (left) bank fishing and is fished by wading and from the boat. An arrangement exists with the Murthly estate on the opposite bank whereby anglers fish double bank on alternate days. There is one ghillie on the beat and one boat but much of the river can easily and safely fished by wading.

The 5 year beat average is 72 salmon / grilse per annum.

Named pools are Hilda’s Hole, The Meetings, Willie’s Hole, Stenton Pool, Steps, Rock Pool, Fir Tree and Neck of Willie’s.

The beat has a well-equipped and comfortable hut with superb views down the river. If you have members of a party who don’t fish, it is a beautiful place to while away the hours.

The beat is located two miles from Dunkeld with its own marked access and the hard track is accessible to all vehicles. The beat marches with the Glendelvine water where Miss Ballantine caught the British record salmon.

Stenton House stands in a magnificent position overlooking Stenton Beat and is the perfect venue for fishing parties, shooting parties or for a special family gathering.