Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Water of Leith – Balerno to Leith

Approximately 12 miles of the Water of Leith from Bridge Road, Balerno to West Bowling Green Street Bridge, Leith, excluding private and restricted sections. A free permit is required; there is no fishing fee.

Rules

Catch and release. Salmon, sea trout and eels are protected and must not be targeted. Private and restricted sections are excluded from the free permit. Permits from the Water of Leith Visitor Centre, 24 Lanark Road, Edinburgh EH14 1TQ. Facilities vary along the route. Beat length approx. 12 miles. Average fish size: Unspecified.