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Motray Water Fishing Guide

River · 17.4km (11 miles) · United Kingdom
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About Motray Water

The Motray Water is a small Scottish stream offering intimate fishing in a rural setting with gentle flows and clear water typical of Fife's lowland rivers. This modest waterway holds populations of brown trout and sea trout, providing rewarding sport for fly fishers and spinners willing to explore its quieter pools and glides. Access is generally available through local permissions and riparian agreements, though anglers should check with the relevant district fishery board regarding any seasonal restrictions or permit requirements.

Motray Water observes the standard close season: 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). Always check local byelaws before your visit. No rod licence is needed in Scotland, but permission or a permit from the estate, club or riparian owner is usually required.

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Water Type
River
Length
17.4km (11mi)
Close Season
15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales)
Water Quality
Good
Fish Status
Moderate
Licence Required
EA Rod Licence

Fish Species in Motray Water

Motray Water holds brown trout, sea trout, atlantic salmon.

No rod licence is required to fish Motray Water in Scotland. Permission from the riparian owner, an estate or a local angling club is usually required on most stretches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Planning a Trip to Motray Water

No rod licence is required to fish Motray Water in Scotland. You will typically need permission from the riparian owner, an estate beat or a local angling club for most stretches of Motray Water.

Always check conditions before you visit — access, water quality and rules can change seasonally. SEPA's Water Environment Hub provides up-to-date water quality information for Scottish rivers.

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