Angling in the South East of Ireland with its abundance of clean rivers, lakes and miles of coastline makes for a rewarding and very relaxing holiday. Coarse, Game, Sea and Shore Angling are all available to the angling enthusiast. Situated on the edge of the Atlantic, Ireland enjoys a temperate climate with sufficient rainfall to keep our inland waters fresh and teeming with fish. Five of Irelands most majestic rivers, the Barrow, the Nore, the Suir, the Blackwater, and the Slaney flow to sea in this region and therefore the opportunities are both varied and interesting with many species of marine fish. One can fish from boat or shore with practically guaranteed rewards when the fish are 'on the take'.
Here are details of some of the spots I like to go to and their distance from Croan but up to date info. can always be found in "Hook Line and Sinker" the angling supply shop in Kilkenny city..
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The river Barrow Coarse Fishing, approx. 20km from Croan The River Barrow shares a common estuary with the Rivers Nore and Suir, they are known as the ‘Three Sisters’. The Barrow is a more gently flowing river and has been made navigable by building canals round the shallow areas, and therefore best fishing areas are downstream of the weirs that divert the waters to the canals. Because the Barrow is a slower and deeper river than the others, the distribution of its trout stock differs significantly. The River Barrow is unique in that it supports a vibrant mixed fishery, game, coarse & pike The coarse fishing aspect is available from Athy to St. Mullins. Species available are Bream, Tench, Rudd, Hybrids, Dace, Roach. Location: While the river holds good stocks of various coarse species , access to fish for them is mainly confined to areas near population centres. It is envisaged that in future years access will be easier and safer, when the towpath that runs parallel to the Barrow will be developed. The main areas for angling are as follows, St. Mullins (Specimen dace have been caught at St: Mullins), Graiguenamanagh, Bagenalstown, Leighlinbridge, Carlow Town. |
River Nore
6km from Croan The Nore is predominantly a game fishery with many famous Trout and Salmon holes along its length. While much of the fishing on the river is controlled by clubs (day tickets can be purchased on these waters locally) there are some free fishing stretches were we have had good results. Fishing can be arranged with a local gilly and Fly casting instructor at Noreside Outdoors in Thomastown. Noel can even coach complete beginners on
how to tell that old story about 'the one that got away'!
phone 056 7793966 web www.noreside-outdoors.com |
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Kilmore Quay Sea fishing. Approx. 45km from Croan The picturesque village of Kilmore Quay is one of the most highly developed sea angling centres in Ireland. A number of licenced purpose built charter boats operate on a daily basis from the marina. All the marks around the Saltee Islands,
from the Barrels, Brandies and Bores to the Conningbeg Rock
afford great opportunities for a multitude of species including
blue shark. Fishing from the piers will produce wrasse, flounder,
mullet and bass. East of the marina is a rock formation known
as St. Patrick’s Bridge, which can produce bass, sea
trout and wrasse to specimen size. Forloin Point to the west
also produces good shore fishing for the bass. The area still
holds the Irish pouting record which stands at 4lbs 13.5ozs. |
Knockaderry Reservoir 12 km south-west of Waterford City, approx. 45km from Croan. Knockaderry Reservoir is located twelve km
southwest of Waterford City, just off National Route N25.
Turn off at the Texaco filling station at the east end of
Kilmeaden. Phone +353 052 80055 |
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Castlecomer Lakes Castlecomer - approx. 30km from Croan Since Spring 2005 it is now possible to fish in the two lakes found within Castlecomer Demesne in County Kilkenny. Fishing platforms have been constructed along the west side of each lake to allow the best possible access to the water. Both Lakes have been stocked with rainbow
trout. The upper lake can be used for bait fishing while the
lower lake is used for fly fishing. Fishing will be available
all year. Phone +353 (0)56 4440707 |
New Ross - approx. 40km from Croan Oaklands Lake is a 4.5 acre lake stocked
with carp, tench, bream, and rudd. There is a charge to fish
the lake but it is a beautiful spot and there are some lovely
fish in there. |
We'd be happy to help you plan a trip to some or all of these during your stay.