Paxtondean Burn is a productive 6.3km river offering excellent prospects for both game and coarse fishing. The water maintains good quality throughout, supporting healthy populations of trout and salmon, with eels also present. This is a well-managed waterway that delivers a rewarding fishing experience for anglers of various skill levels.
Anglers should note the close season on Paxtondean 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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Paxtondean Burn holds trout, salmon, eel.
Salmon fishing on Paxtondean 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 Paxtondean 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 Paxtondean Burn. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Paxtondean 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 Paxtondean 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 Paxtondean Burn.
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