Good afternoon all As we get ready to start the last two weeks of the 2021 season, this weeks report is tinged with sadness as the River Spey lost one of its most well kent faces. We were all shocked and saddened to learn of the premature passing of Lionel Main, Head Ghillie at Castle Grant, on Saturday 11th September. Lionel was a legend, not only among Scottish Ghillies, but among fishing guides worldwide. He was also a true countryman and the last in the line of a great family of Ghillies. He will be very sorely missed by many people…

Source: Spey Fishery Board – Week Commencing 13th September 2021