Rowley Burn is a 9.4km river offering excellent opportunities for trout and salmon fishing. The water quality is excellent and fish stocks are healthy, making it a productive choice for anglers seeking a rewarding day on the water. The burn provides good conditions for both resident trout and migratory salmon runs.
Anglers should note the close season on Rowley 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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Rowley Burn holds trout, salmon, eel.
Salmon fishing on Rowley 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 Rowley 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 Rowley Burn. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Rowley 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 Rowley 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 Rowley Burn.
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