Leeches Burn is a small upland stream offering typical moorland burn fishing with fast-flowing water over rocky substrate. This intimate 10.2km watercourse provides classic conditions for trout and grayling, with good shelter from surrounding vegetation. The burn's character changes from steep gradient headwaters to more moderate sections downstream, offering varied fishing opportunities throughout its length.
Anglers should note the close season on Leeches 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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Leeches Burn holds brown trout, grayling, minnow, bullhead.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Leeches Burn. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Leeches 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 Leeches 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 Leeches Burn.
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