Green Burn is a small to medium-sized lowland river offering productive coarse fishing opportunities throughout its length. The river features a mix of shallow runs and deeper pools with good weed growth that provides excellent habitat for roach, bream, and pike. Access is generally good at several points along the river, though anglers should check local landowner permissions and Environment Agency guidance before fishing, as some sections may require permits.
The statutory close season on Green Burn runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on Green Burn 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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Green Burn holds roach, bream, pike, perch, dace, chub, tench.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Green Burn. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Green Burn, 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 Green Burn.
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 Green Burn.
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