UK fishing venue · Outer Hebrides

West Olabhat

Named South Uist Angling Club water at Torlum, Benbecula; part of the community-run Uist visitor-permit network with bank fishing and, on many named waters, club boats.

Day ticket / visitor permitVerified venue position1 recorded species

Venue information

Location
Torlum, Benbecula
Address
West Olabhat, Torlum, Benbecula, Outer Hebrides
Access
South Uist Angling Club visitor permit required
Operator
South Uist Angling Club / Stòras Uibhist
Opening information
Brown-trout fishing subject to current SUAC seasons and rules
Ticket information
2026: £10 daily bank permit; £50 weekly bank permit; £40 Lomond/Sheelin boat permit including bank permit

Map position

Verified venue position57.43354, -7.33288

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Recorded fish species

FishMap lists the following species for this location. Seasonal peaks are planning indices rather than live catch rates or guarantees.

Access and fishing rules

Valid SUAC permit required. Club boats must be booked in advance; lifejackets must be worn and boat-safety rules followed. Confirm current seasonal, method and conservation rules before fishing.

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