River Bush (New Stretch)
The restricted stretches of the River Bush are prime salmon beats. Spring fishing is at its best from Mid April to end of May. The grilse run usually peaks in July. The New Stretch fishes well at a range of water heights, and can provide excellent low water fishing.
Key Information
| Fishery Type | Game |
|---|---|
| Species | Brown Trout, Salmon |
| Season Open | 1st March |
| Season Close | 20th October |
| Rod Licence | 12 years old and over DAERA Coarse or Game Rod Licence |
| Permit | 12 years old and over DAERA Coarse or Game Fishing Permit |
| Fishing methods | Fly Fishing, shrimp, spinning and worm fishing. Spinning is not permitted when the red section is visible on the marker post. Hooks used must be single or double barbless, no worm fishing 1/2 to 30/6 |
| 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
| 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 Bushmills: Travel 457 metres from the downstream road bridge
| Local Council Area | Causeway Coast & Glens Council |
|---|---|
| Nearest populated area | Bushmills |
| Water Type | River |
| Water Area / Size | 0.5 Kilometres |