Creightons Green
This water is managed by Belfast and Holywood Anglers' Association on behalf of the Department. Situated on the hills overlooking Belfast Lough, it is a large, square-shaped reservoir offering excellent angling opportunities. The shoreline is generally exposed with limited natural shelter, and anglers are advised to dress appropriately, particularly during early spring. The reservoir is deep, with steep drop-offs adjacent to the dam wall. These areas can be fished effectively, but care should be taken, especially when surfaces are wet. There are extensive opportunities for both bank and wading
Tickets
Visitors must obtain a day ticket before fishing.
Tickets are available from:
Hanna's Florists
13 Church Road
Holywood
Five visitor permits (£20 each) are available daily.
DAERA Game Permit holders are eligible for a concessionary day ticket rate of £15.00 each.
Day tickets cannot be purchased between 31 October and 28/29 February
Key Information
| Fishery Type | Game |
|---|---|
| Species | Rainbow Trout |
| Season Open | 1st March |
| Season Close | 28th February |
| Rod Licence | 12 years old and over DAERA Game Rod Licence |
| Permit | Belfast and Holywood Anglers’ Association Day Ticket (permission to fish) required for visiting anglers. |
| Fishing methods | Fly fishing only, barbless hooks, no static flies with bungs. |
| Bag Limit | One rainbow trout per visit (must be OVER 12" / 30 cm and UNDER 4 lbs/ 1.8 kg), two maximum per week. If brown trout are caught, they must be released unharmed. No rainbow trout to be taken within seven days of stocking. |
The Association has two court-appointed bailiffs to check membership, day tickets, fishing methods and bag limits. Members are also entitled to check authorisation to fish.
All fishing or other litter to be taken away from the site.
Buy a DAERA Licence, Permit or Day Ticket
| Car Parking Onsite | Yes |
|---|---|
| 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 Holywood: Head via A2 & Brown's Brae then turn right onto Creightons Green Road.
| Local Council Area | Ards & North Down |
|---|---|
| Nearest populated area | Holywood |
| Water Type | Reservoir |
| Water Area / Size | 34 Hectacres |