The Colstoun Water is a small Scottish lowland stream that flows through East Lothian, offering intimate fishing in agricultural countryside. This modest watercourse provides typical lowland stream fishing with modest depths and flow, best suited to those seeking uncrowded brown trout and coarse fish opportunities in a rural setting.
The statutory close season on Colstoun Water runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on Colstoun Water are typically held by local angling clubs — check with the relevant club or day ticket provider before visiting.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Colstoun Water holds brown trout, sea trout, minnow, stickleback, stone loach.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Colstoun Water. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Colstoun Water, you need a valid EA rod licence, available online from gov.uk. Annual, day and 8-day licences are available. In addition to the rod licence, you will need club membership or a day ticket from the controlling angling club or riparian owner for most stretches of Colstoun Water.
Always check conditions before you visit. Water quality, access and rules can change seasonally. The EA's Catchment Data Explorer provides up-to-date water quality information for Colstoun Water.
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