Roughley Burn is a modest 5.6km stream offering intimate fly-fishing opportunities in a rural setting. The burn supports a healthy mixed fishery with good populations of wild trout and seasonal salmon runs, making it an attractive destination for both novice and experienced anglers seeking authentic upland water fishing.
Anglers should note the close season on Roughley 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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Roughley Burn holds trout, salmon, eel.
Salmon fishing on Roughley 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 Roughley 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 Roughley Burn. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Roughley 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 Roughley 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 Roughley Burn.
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