The North Esk is a river in Angus and Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is formed by the meeting of the Water of Mark and the Water of Lee, and enters the North Sea four miles north of Montrose. It forms the boundary between Angus and Aberdeenshire at certain stages in its course. 

A hidden Gem providing Breath taking scenery

At Balmakewan we Have Mike Young as Ghillie, Mike grew up on the The North Esk and brings a huge knowledge  of the river and maintains the Balmakewan Beat to a very high standard. A true Custodial of the Esk.