Tima Water is a modest lowland river in Scotland offering intimate fishing on a small, intimate watercourse. The river provides pleasant coarse and game fishing in a rural setting with good access to pools and runs. Expect a peaceful, uncrowded experience with potential for both trout and coarse species throughout the year.
Tima Water observes the standard close season: 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). Always check local byelaws before your visit. A rod licence alone does not grant access — most stretches require club membership or a day ticket in addition.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Tima Water holds brown trout, sea trout, salmon, pike, perch, roach.
Salmon fishing on Tima Water requires a separate migratory salmonid licence from the EA in addition to the standard rod licence. Bag limits and season dates apply.
Pike fishing is a highlight on Tima Water — both lure and deadbait tactics are effective, particularly through autumn and winter.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Tima Water. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Tima Water, 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 Tima Water.
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 Tima Water.
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