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  • Lower Conlig Reservoir

    Topics:
    • Angling and Commercial Fishing (Inland Fisheries), 
    • Fisheries in County Down

    Northern Ireland Cross Community Angling manages this water for the Department.

    For day ticket enquiries use the contact details on their website https://www.nicca.org.uk/

    Key Information

    Fishery TypeCoarse
    SpeciesPerch, Roach, Rudd
    Season Open1st January
    Season Close31st December
    Rod Licence12 years old and over DAERA Coarse or Game Rod Licence
    Permit12 years old and over DAERA Coarse or Game Fishing Permit / Membership of NI Cross Community Angling
    Fishing methodsPole fishing, feeder, float and spinning
    Bag LimitCatch and release only

    Buy a DAERA Licence, Permit or Day Ticket

    Car Parking OnsiteYes
    Disabled Car Parking OnsiteNo
    Fishing StandsNo
    Disabled accessible fishing standsNo
    Boats AllowedNo
    Boat RestrictionsN/A

    Click here for location on Google Maps

    Directions

    • From Newtownards: Head along the Bowtown Road and turn left onto Loughries Road.
    Local Council AreaArds & North Down
    Nearest populated areaNewtownards
    Water TypeReservoir
    Water Area / Size6 Hectacres

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