Experience Days Terms & Conditions
These terms apply to hosted fly fishing experiences at Wormit Trout Fishery, including half-day experiences, full-day experiences, voucher redemptions and private hosted sessions.
1. Bookings & Payments
- A booking is only confirmed once availability has been agreed and payment, voucher redemption or invoice confirmation has been completed.
- For private or bespoke hosted experiences, a deposit may be required to secure the date.
- Any remaining balance must be paid by the agreed due date before the experience.
- Payment may be made by debit/credit card, bank transfer or agreed payment link. American Express is not accepted.
2. Voucher Redemptions
- Gift vouchers must be redeemed within their stated validity period.
- Voucher bookings are subject to availability and must be arranged in advance.
- A voucher does not guarantee availability on a specific date.
- If the chosen experience costs more than the voucher value, the balance must be paid before the booking is confirmed.
3. Cancellations & Rescheduling
- More than 30 days before the booked date: rescheduling or refund may be available, less any agreed non-refundable deposit or costs already incurred.
- 14 to 30 days before the booked date: rescheduling may be offered subject to availability. Refunds may be reduced to reflect guide, venue or catering commitments.
- Less than 14 days before the booked date: refunds are not normally available.
- Rescheduling is subject to fishery, guide and weather availability.
- Where catering, transport or third-party services have been arranged, their own cancellation terms may apply.
4. Weather, Fish Welfare & Fishery Closures
- Fly fishing is an outdoor activity and may continue in normal Scottish weather.
- The fishery may postpone or transfer a booking if conditions are unsafe or unsuitable, including high winds, lightning, severe weather, fish welfare concerns, high water temperatures or essential maintenance.
- If the fishery postpones a session, we will work with you to arrange a suitable alternative date.
5. What’s Included
- Hosted fly fishing session as described in your booking.
- Use of appropriate rods, reels, lines, flies and landing nets where required.
- Fly casting tuition and guided fishing support.
- Fishery access for the agreed session time.
- Basic refreshments where included or agreed.
- Fish option only where specifically included in your booking.
6. Arrival, Access & Parking
- Please arrive at the agreed time stated in your booking confirmation.
- Use the anglers’ car park unless instructed otherwise.
- Blue Badge parking or closer access must be arranged in advance.
- The hut and facilities must be left clean and tidy.
7. Fishery Rules & Fish Care
- All guests must follow the Fishery Rules.
- Fly fishing only.
- Barbless or properly de-barbed hooks are required.
- Fish must be handled carefully and kept in the water wherever possible.
- Brown trout, tiger trout and larger trout must be returned unless agreed otherwise by the fishery.
- The host or guide’s fish care instructions must be followed at all times.
8. Children & Minors
- Under-17s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- Parents or guardians remain responsible for minors throughout the visit.
- Children must follow all safety and fishery instructions.
9. Alcohol, Drugs & Conduct
- No fishing under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- No personal alcohol is permitted unless specifically agreed as part of an arranged private event.
- Unsafe, disrespectful or disruptive behaviour may result in removal from the fishery without refund.
- Littering, poor fish care or deliberate rule breaches may result in the session being ended.
10. Catering & Dietary Requirements
- Catering is only included where stated or agreed in advance.
- Dietary requirements must be confirmed before the booking date.
- Where catering is provided by third parties, their availability and terms may apply.
11. Photography & Video
- Photography or video may be taken during hosted experiences for promotional or social media use.
- Please tell us before your session begins if you do not wish to appear in photos or video.
- Fish photographs must follow fish care guidance.
12. Liability
- Guests attend and fish at their own risk.
- Wormit Trout Fishery is not liable for injury, loss or damage except where caused by proven negligence.
- Guests are responsible for personal belongings, clothing and equipment brought on site.
13. Lost Property
- Lost property will be held for up to 30 days where practical.
- Collection must be arranged in advance.
14. Prohibited Items
- No bait fishing equipment, spinning gear, firearms, drones or non-fly-fishing equipment without prior approval.
- No outside fish, bait or aquatic material may be brought onto site.
15. Complaints & Feedback
- Please raise any issue during your visit so we have the opportunity to help at the time.
- After your visit, feedback can be sent to fishery@salmoscotland.co.uk.