Annacloy River

The Department leases the fishing rights on part of the river from Downpatrick to Kilmore. The Department’s stretches are signposted. Good brown trout fishing is available in the river downstream from Kilmore. Access to the water is easy on the south side where the road runs near the water.

Key Information 

Fishery Type	Game
Species	Brown Trout, Salmon, Sea Trout
Season Open	1st March
Season Close	31st October
Rod Licence	12 years old and over DAERA Game Rod Licence
Permit	12 years old and over DAERA Game Fishing Permit
Fishing methods	Fly Fishing, Spinning and Worm Fishing
Bag Limit	Four Brown Trout minimum length of 25.4cm. Salmon and sea trout - catch and release only.

Buy a DAERA Licence, Permit or Day Ticket

Annacloy River

Car Parking Onsite	No
Disabled Car Parking Onsite	No
Fishing Stands	No
Disabled accessible fishing stands	No
Boats Allowed	No
Boat Restrictions	N/A

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Directions

• From Downpatrick: Head towards Annacloy via the A7 then take a left on the Annacloy Road.

Local Council Area	Newry Mourne & Down
Nearest populated area	Downpatrick
Water Type	River
Water Area / Size	11 Kilometres