North Woodburn Reservoir
This is a fishery of rainbow trout. These trout are known to feed in colder water temperatures than brown trout. Therefore, it's worth visiting this place during the colder months to catch some fish. There is a facility available for disabled anglers. This is a public water supply, so it's important to be careful to prevent pollution. Most of the water is not suitable for wading. Anglers must use official entrances and avoid trespassing on adjoining lands or obstructing roadways or gate entrances with parked cars.
The presence of Zebra Mussels is still preventing the stocking of fish from Movanagher Fish Farm. For more information, please visit Zebra Mussels and impact on fish stocking in the Public Angling Estate.
Key Information
| Fishery Type | Game |
|---|---|
| Species | Rainbow Trout |
| Season Open | 1st February |
| Season Close | 31st December |
| 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. Restrictions: Angling only permitted between 8.00am - 10.00pm |
| Bag Limit | Four Stocked Trout per day, minimum length 25.4cm |
Buy a DAERA Licence, Permit or Day Ticket
| Car Parking Onsite | Yes |
|---|---|
| Disabled Car Parking Onsite | Yes |
| Fishing Stands | Yes |
| Disabled accessible fishing stands | Yes |
| Boats Allowed | No |
| Boat Restrictions | N/A |
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Directions
From Belfast: Take the M5 and A2 to Carrickfergus; as you go into Carrickfergus take the B58 towards Ballynure; travel for 4.03 miles until you see the reservoir on the left.
| Local Council Area | Mid & East Antrim |
|---|---|
| Nearest populated area | Carrickfergus |
| Water Type | Reservoir |
| Water Area / Size | 8 Hectacres |