The Yarrow Water is a clear, fast-flowing spate river in Lancashire that offers excellent trout and grayling fishing in its upper reaches, with slower, deeper pools providing opportunities for pike and perch downstream. The river is characterized by rocky runs and pocket water that requires skillful presentation, making it an engaging prospect for both fly and coarse anglers. Access is available through riparian landowners and some stretches may require permits from the local fisheries board.
Yarrow 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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Yarrow Water holds brown trout, grayling, pike, perch, chub, dace.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Yarrow Water. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
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To fish Yarrow 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 Yarrow 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 Yarrow Water.
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