Kelphope Burn is a small moorland stream in the Scottish Borders known for its clear, fast-flowing waters typical of upland burns. The short 6.6km watercourse offers intimate fishing in a wild, undeveloped landscape with excellent access to native trout populations.
Anglers should note the close season on Kelphope Burn: 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). Club membership or day ticket access is required in addition to your EA rod licence on most stretches.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Kelphope Burn holds brown trout, sea trout, char.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Kelphope Burn. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Kelphope 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 Kelphope 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 Kelphope Burn.
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