Fishing in  Ireland

Salmon Trout and Pike

Mulkear Shannon and East Clare Lakes

Monster Trout Caught In Lough Corrib 2010

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Czech angler Karel Sourek landed the fish of a lifetime when he connected with a 25lb trout on Lough Corrib. The fish measured 90cm and Karel caught it on a day when he had expected to be back home in the Czech Republic. He had to stay in Ireland a few extra days because of the airline disruption caused by the volcanic ash cloud.

The story gets even better though. Karel decided to release his prize catch back into the Lough, describing it as beautiful warrior, which deserved to be freed. The fish was the largest caught in Ireland for over 100 years!

Initially he as his friend Emil Bucko thought he'd snagged the bottom at around 8m deep, but they soon realized that he had hooked something big! This one wasn't destined for the trophy case however, as it's now back in the waters of the Corrib. It'll be interesting to see what size it is the next time it's caught, that's if we ever see it again. At least Karel has given us that

 

 

 

Drowes Salmon Fishery News
First Salmon Of 2010

1 January 2010

The first salmon of the 2010 season was caught at 1.15pm on 1st January by Enniskillen angler Brian Mc Evoy. The 10lbs fish was taken on a yellow belly devon minnow from the Two Islands Pool below the Four Masters Bridge. Conditions were bitterly cold all day with rod eyes freezing during the morning.
There were some fresh fish seen at the deep and Meadow and a large numbers of kelts reported.

Water levels remain low for the time of year. Weather conditions are set to stay very cold but mainly dry for the coming days

 

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Ireland's Fisheries

Mulkear and Shannon Rivers

East Clare Lakes
  Fly/ Spinning and worm fishing for Salmon & Trout and Pike on Ireland's loughs & Rivers

(The Mulkear River flows through Millnank Farm)

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Coarse Fishing (Bream, Hybrids, Tench, Rudd, Roach, Eels, Carp)

The East Clare Lakes, Lough Derg and the River Shannon offers a huge body of water and fishing hot spots ranging from small lakes in the East Clare Lakelands District  to larger and more challenging waters of the main Shannon. These waters are but a 'stones throw'  from Millbank. The Shannon Regional Fisheries Board provide extensive information and even rate angling according to your target species. See www.shannon-fishery-board.ie/sitemap-coarse.htm to be directed to the many angling centres in the Lower Shannon area, where you can follow the links to seek all the info you need on the various waters. 

 

Pike Fishing in Ireland

 

Lough Derg on the Shannon is renowned for it's stock of pike, the record being 90lbs caught with a rod and line. It is rated one of Ireland's top waters for specimen pike (30lbs+) with a very good stock of moderate fish. There are many smaller lakes nearby that offer good pike fishing. Boats and guides are arranged at Millbank. The Pike season is open all year round. 

 

Sea Angling in Ireland

We offer Sea Fishing from Kilrush marina, which is an hour and a half drive from Millbank, where you will have the opportunity to catch Tope, Pollock, Conger Eel, Blue Shark and many other specimens, in the Atlantic ocean, off the West coast of Ireland. Shore angling is also available. For all the info you need, please visit the Shannon Regional Fisheries Board website to select suitable sea angling marks at www.shannon-fishery-board.ie/sitemap-sea.htm 

Mulkear River (Salmon & Trout)Shannon region of Ireland

Methods of fishing

We practice Fly Fishing Spinning and Worm on Mulkear River (The Mulkear River flows through Millnank Farm)

The river Mulkear is one of Ireland's most prolific Salmon spate rivers, which flows through Millbank farm. It offers 20 miles of good angling water with lots of character, lively streams, and plenty of good pools where Salmon can be caught right through the season. From mid May to the end of September, annual rod catches are estimated at 2,000 to 3,000 salmon per year. This river fishes best after a spate.  

Another feature of the River Mulcair and its Tributaries is the very good stock of brown trout. On the upper stretches up to the Bilboa River, Cappaghmore (fish to 28 cms) can be caught. On the main river trout from 25 cms to 35 cms are frequently caught. 

 

Castleconnell Salmon Fishery

Historically famous Castleconnell Salmon Fishery, the the Shannon river is just 10 minutes drive from Millbank. It has eight private positions, which are available as day tickets and should be reserved in advance. Annual rod catches averages up to 800 salmon in a season. Mulkear flows through Millbank Farm.

The Suir River (Trout)

The River Suir is 40 minutes drive from Millbank - this is a limestone river with good brown trout stocks (fly only). There are many other lakes and rivers in the area where a good days fishing for brownies is assured. 

 

Clonlara Trout Fishery

The river provides natural fishing for both the beginner and experienced angler the river is stocked regularly with wild brown trout varying in size from one to twelve pounds .

The methods recommended are spinning with barbless hooks or fly fishing, classes are run for fly casting throughout the season.

Millbank House & Angling Centre

Special offer from 1st September to 30thOctober 2010

30% Autumn Reductions

3 Day Fishing Break in Ireland

Price € 248 (per person sharing)

(Choice of trout or pike or both depending on what is fishing best and weather conditions during your stay)

Pack includes

v  3 Nights Bed / Breakfast at Millbank House

v  Trout or Pike

v  2 days fishing

v  Includes Permit / licence and Boat

v Advice and organization each morning

v Fishing rods and bait / lures and Maps

Main Trout/Pike  Fishing Options:

Bleach Lough: Main trout fishing activities are focused on Bleach Lough, about 30 minutes drive from Millbank House. A 55 acre spring water lake situated near Dromore Castle (known from the film High Spirits with Peter O'Toole) in the scenic West Limerick area. Local communities, as well as visitors from all over Ireland and Europe fish here. Bleach Lough is frequently stocked with Rainbow and Brown Trout and catches of Trout up to 10lbs are common. Other natural species in the lake are Perch, Rudd, Roach and Pike Fishing. Anglers can access the lake via shore or using a boat. 

Doon Lake: We also fish the famous East Clare Lakes, Doon Lake is one of the prime fisheries in the East Clare Lakelands.  The lake is divided into two parts and is joined in the centre by a smaller pond, it is about 100 acres in size and is located in typically Irish rural countryside and holds good average size pike.

Lough Derg:- Angling experts have described the waters of Lough Derg  as 'exceedingly rich'. The largest pike ever recorded anywhere in the world, 90lbs, was captured here.

Millbank is ideally located for visiting tourism sites in the South / West of Ireland for non fisher

 

Related Links

We have supplementary pages on our website, where we have guide maps, courtesy of the Shannon Regional Fisheries Board and a description of local fisheries for your further information. 

Richard   Keays
MillbankHouse                                        Tel  00 353 61 386115
Murroe                                                   Fax 00 353 61 386560
Co Limerick
Ireland
Web  www.millbankhouse.com
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