qualified guided fishing in Scotland

About Us

About Us | You Fish Scotland

Guided Fly Fishing in Inverness & the Scottish Highlands

Professional Fly Fishing Guide • SGAIC Qualified • FFI CI & THCI Certified • 18 Years of Experience

Welcome to You Fish Scotland, your destination for professional guided fly fishing, casting instruction and memorable fishing experiences in Inverness and the Scottish Highlands.

My name is Wes Grant-Parke, owner and founder of You Fish Scotland. With 18 years of full-time professional guiding experience, I have dedicated my career to helping anglers from around the world discover Scotland’s exceptional rivers, lochs and wild fisheries.

I am proud to hold the following professional qualifications:

• SGAIC Qualified Guide
• FFI Certified Instructor (CI)
• FFI Two-Handed Casting Instructor (THCI)
• First Aid at work and outdoors
• Child protection for physical sports and activities, and teaching
• Whisky Ambassador (Scotland)
• Personal alcohol licencse holder

These qualifications reflect my commitment to professional standards, continuous learning and delivering quality fly fishing instruction.

From Atlantic salmon and sea trout to wild native brown trout, my aim is to provide a professional, welcoming and personalised experience, whether you are a complete beginner, an intermediate angler or an experienced fly fisher looking to develop your skills.

At You Fish Scotland, we believe that great fishing is about more than catching fish. It is about building confidence, learning new skills, enjoying the outdoors and creating memories that last a lifetime.

Discover Guided Fly Fishing in Inverness & Scotland

The Scottish Highlands offer an exceptional variety of fly fishing opportunities, from famous salmon rivers and wild brown trout waters to remote Highland lochs and peaceful streams.

Based in Inverness, You Fish Scotland provides guided fishing experiences tailored to your interests, experience and fishing objectives.

Whether you are visiting Scotland from overseas or exploring the Highlands closer to home, we can help you discover the fishing opportunities available across the region.

Explore Scotland’s Diverse Fishing Waters

🎣 River Spey — Atlantic Salmon, Trout & Sea Trout

Experience the challenge of fishing one of Scotland’s renowned salmon rivers. Depending on the location, season and conditions, guided experiences may include single-handed and double-handed fly fishing.

🎣 River Ness — Trout & Salmon Fishing

Discover the fishing opportunities of the River Ness and surrounding waters, with experiences shaped by seasonal conditions, fishing permits and availability.

🎣 Highland Hill Lochs — Wild Native Brown Trout

Explore Scotland’s beautiful Highland lochs, where wild native brown trout provide an opportunity to experience traditional and rewarding fly fishing in spectacular surroundings.

🎣 Remote Streams & Highland Glens

Enjoy the peace, scenery and character of Scotland’s smaller waters, with fishing experiences selected according to your interests, ability and suitable conditions.

Fishing locations and target species depend on seasonal conditions, access, permits and availability.

Why Choose You Fish Scotland?

1. Professional Qualifications & 18 Years of Experience

When choosing a fishing guide, experience, technical knowledge and professional instruction matter.

As an SGAIC Qualified Guide and FFI Certified Instructor (CI & THCI), I bring a teaching-focused approach to fly fishing and casting instruction.

My professional experience includes guiding anglers across a range of fishing environments and helping individuals develop practical fishing skills.

Whether you want to learn the fundamentals of fly casting, improve your Spey casting or explore Scottish salmon and trout fishing, I aim to provide instruction that is clear, supportive and adapted to your ability.

Your experience matters, and professional guidance should be built around your individual goals.

2. Premium Fly Fishing Equipment Included

You shouldn’t have to purchase a complete range of specialist equipment before enjoying a guided fishing experience.

At You Fish Scotland, we provide quality equipment to help you fish comfortably and confidently.

Equipment Available Includes:

• Patagonia waders
• Loop wading jackets
• Loop single-handed and double-handed fly rods
• Loop reels
• RIO fly lines
• Hand-tied salmon and trout flies tied in Scotland
• CrewSaver lifejackets where required

We select equipment with comfort, safety and practical fishing performance in mind.

If you already own your own fishing equipment, you’re welcome to bring it along. We can help you understand your setup and make the most of your tackle.

Quality equipment, professional instruction and personal attention are central to the You Fish Scotland experience.

3. Beginners, Intermediate & Experienced Anglers Welcome

Fly fishing is a skill that can be learned and developed at any stage.

Whether you’re picking up a fly rod for the first time or looking to refine your existing technique, our guided experiences and casting lessons can be adapted to your needs.

We welcome:

• Complete beginners learning to fly fish
• Intermediate anglers improving their technique
• Experienced anglers seeking new fishing opportunities
• Salmon anglers developing Spey casting skills
• Visitors exploring Scottish fly fishing
• Individuals and private groups
• Corporate fishing and team experiences

Professional Instruction That Works Around You

Every angler learns differently.

My approach is to understand your objectives, assess your experience and provide instruction that helps you develop confidence and practical skills.

From learning the basics of casting and line control to refining Spey casting techniques, we focus on helping you improve while enjoying your time on the water.

4. Local Knowledge & Personalised Guiding

Effective fly fishing involves understanding the relationship between fish, water, weather and seasonal conditions.

Experience and preparation can help you make informed decisions about fishing techniques, fly selection, presentation and where to focus your efforts.

With extensive professional guiding experience, I aim to share practical knowledge and help you understand the fishing environment.

Depending on your chosen experience, we can discuss:

• Seasonal fishing conditions
• River and loch characteristics
• Fly selection and presentation
• Single-handed fly casting
• Double-handed Spey casting
• Trout and salmon fishing techniques
• Safe and responsible fishing practices

The aim is to help you become a more confident and knowledgeable angler, not simply to fish for you.

5. Flexible Half-Day & Full-Day Fishing Experiences

We understand that every visitor has different travel plans, fishing goals and available time.

You Fish Scotland offers half-day and full-day guided fishing options, subject to location, conditions and availability.

We can discuss your requirements, including:

• Your preferred target species
• Your fishing experience
• Your casting objectives
• Available time
• Individual or group bookings
• Seasonal fishing opportunities

Whether you’re planning a dedicated fishing holiday or adding a guided fishing experience to your Highland visit, contact us to discuss the options available.

Safety, Professionalism & Responsible Angling

Your safety, comfort and enjoyment are important to us.

Professional fishing requires awareness of changing conditions, appropriate equipment and responsible decision-making.

We encourage:

• Safe and responsible fishing practices
• Awareness of river and loch conditions
• Appropriate equipment and preparation
• Responsible fish handling
• Respect for local fishing regulations
• Protection of Scotland’s natural environment

Specific safety arrangements depend on the fishing location, weather, water conditions and activities involved.

Our aim is to provide a welcoming, professional experience where you can enjoy learning, fishing and exploring Scotland responsibly.

Protecting Scotland’s Wild Fisheries

Scotland’s rivers, lochs and wild fisheries are valuable natural resources.

At You Fish Scotland, we encourage anglers to respect the environment, follow local regulations and handle fish responsibly.

We support appropriate catch-and-release practices where applicable and believe that responsible angling plays an important role in protecting Scotland’s fishing heritage.

Enjoying Scotland’s fisheries comes with a responsibility to help preserve them for future generations.

Your Scottish Fly Fishing Experience Starts Here

Whether you dream of catching an Atlantic salmon, exploring a Highland loch for wild brown trout or improving your Spey casting technique, You Fish Scotland can help you plan a fishing experience around your interests.

With 18 years of full-time professional guiding experience, SGAIC qualifications and FFI CI and THCI certifications, I offer a personal and teaching-focused approach to fly fishing.

My goal is to provide quality guidance, professional instruction and a memorable experience on the water.

Whether you’re a first-time fly fisher or an experienced angler, you’re welcome to get in touch.

Book Guided Fly Fishing in Inverness & the Scottish Highlands

Learn. Explore. Fish Scotland.

Looking for a qualified fly fishing guide in Inverness?

Contact Wes at You Fish Scotland to discuss guided Atlantic salmon fishing, wild brown trout fishing, sea trout fishing, fly casting lessons or Spey casting instruction.

🎣 Professional Guidance | Quality Equipment | Personal Instruction

📍 Inverness & the Scottish Highlands
🏅 SGAIC Qualified Guide
🎓 FFI CI & THCI Certified
📚 18 Years of Full-Time Guiding Experience

Plan Your Fishing Experience Today

Contact You Fish Scotland to discuss your requirements and start planning your Scottish fly fishing adventure.

Our Awards