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Sea Angling

There are unlimited opportunities to the sea angler, who can find somewhere to fish almost all the year round. The effect on the Irish sea of a mixed weather of rain and sun, along with the warming influence from the North Atlantic Drift means the water can be fished from spring to late autumn for species found elsewhere only in the summer months.

Over 100 species can be caught from U.K's seas. And this fishing is as easily accessible to the angler who seeks solitude and peace in one of the least populated countries of Europe as it is to the fisherman who wants to enjoy sport in the company of other anglers.

Boat chartering is widely available from a number of centres. Shark, skate, ling, cod, ray tope and bass are some of the species caught from marked wrecks and sandy ground.

There are many marked wrecks off the Irish coat, some lying in water over 50 fathoms deep. Even though it may take over an hour to reach these marks, it is worth it! Anglers who specialise in this fishing use rods in the 20/30lb class and reel lines of 30lbs test, and such gear may be hired from charter skippers.

The processing of licences, where applicable, by the Department of the Marine is ongoing at this stage. Any vessel required to be licensed should carry official documentation on board. It is strongly advised that you confirm with any operators you may wish to use that they are fully licensed and approved by the Department of the Marine. Furthermore, anglers, when commencing their charter trip, should ask to see the relevant documentation from the Department of the Marine which should be prominently displayed on board.

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Inland Fishing

Irish shore angling is among the best in Europe. Almost every type of shore fishing may be done, for a very wide range of species, throughout the year.

River and lake trouting is good from April to September. Salmon run all year with the season opening on New Year’s Day. There is no closed season for the other freshwater species but April to October is generally the better period. A state licence is required if fishing for salmon or trout.

 There are over 7,000 miles of riverbank for the coarse angler. The scale of these waters varies dramatically. Two of the biggest rivers, the Shannon and the Erne, each comprise huge systems. In addition to these systems there are innumerable smaller rivers and loughs. All rich in the abundance and variety of fish life.

Irish inland waters have retained their pristine quality as it as has never had a significant degree of heavy industry, and its inland towns are mainly small. It is still possible to find yourself a corner of a lough or river offering you the peace and tranquillity you have been looking for.

Irish coarse fishing offers this solitude and tranquility and it can also offer companionship to those who like to fish in company. But above all it offers superb fishing.