Middle Burn is a compact 12.5km river offering intimate fishing opportunities through varied terrain. Clear water and good habitat diversity make it an attractive destination for both fly and coarse anglers seeking a peaceful day on the water.
The statutory close season on Middle Burn runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Beyond the rod licence, fishing rights on Middle 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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Middle Burn holds brown trout, sea trout, grayling, roach, dace, perch.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Middle Burn. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Middle 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 Middle 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 Middle Burn.
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