Townhead Burn is a small Scottish stream offering intimate fishing in a rural setting with clear, fast-flowing water typical of upland burns. The burn holds populations of brown trout and sea trout, with occasional salmon in the lower reaches during spate conditions, providing good sport for those willing to work the small pools and runs. Access is generally available along much of the burn, though anglers should check local permissions and respect riparian landowner rights before fishing.
Anglers should note the close season on Townhead 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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Townhead Burn holds brown trout, sea trout, salmon.
Salmon fishing on Townhead Burn requires a separate migratory salmonid licence from the EA in addition to the standard rod licence. Bag limits and season dates apply.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Townhead Burn. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Townhead 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 Townhead 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 Townhead Burn.
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