Kershope Burn Fishing Guide

About Kershope Burn

Kershope Burn is a productive salmonid stream in the Scottish Borders, flowing through moorland and woodland with good holding pools for both brown trout and Atlantic salmon. The burn offers excellent fly fishing opportunities during spring and autumn salmon runs, with consistent trout populations in its clearer stretches. Access is generally available along much of the watercourse, though permits may be required from local landowners or fishing associations.

Kershope Burn observes the standard close season: 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). Always check local byelaws before your visit. A rod licence alone does not grant access — most stretches require club membership or a day ticket in addition.

Current Water Conditions

Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.

Fish Species in Kershope Burn

Kershope Burn holds trout, salmon, eel.

Salmon fishing on Kershope Burn requires a separate migratory salmonid licence from the EA in addition to the standard rod licence. Bag limits and season dates apply.

Trout fishing on Kershope Burn may be subject to season restrictions set by the local club or riparian owner — always confirm before your session.

An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Kershope Burn. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.

Kershope Burn — Photography

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What fish can I catch in Kershope Burn?+
  The river holds Trout, Salmon, Eel. Salmon fishing requires a separate migratory fish licence in addition to the standard rod licence. Trout fishing on Kershope Burn may be subject to season restrictions — check local byelaws.
• What is the close season on Kershope Burn?+
  15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales) Always confirm with the landowner or club before fishing out of normal season.
• Do I need a licence to fish Kershope Burn?+
  Yes — a valid Environment Agency (EA) rod licence is required by law to fish Kershope Burn. Licences are available online from gov.uk. In addition to the rod licence, most stretches require club membership or a day ticket from the controlling club or landowner.
• What is the water quality like in Kershope Burn?+
  The Environment Agency classifies Kershope Burn as having Good water quality. Fish status is rated as Good. Water quality can affect fishing conditions — check the EA's Catchment Data Explorer for up-to-date information.

Planning a Trip to Kershope Burn

To fish Kershope 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 Kershope 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 Kershope Burn.

Nearby Rivers & Canals

Other UK fishing waters near Kershope Burn on PiscaMaps:

• Sundhope Burn
• Quair Water
• Glenkinnon Burn
• Wester Burn
• Ale Water
• Rankle Burn
• Caddon Water
• Todrig Burn
• Douglas Burn
• Yarrow Water
• Hoscote Burn
• Borthwick Water