Upper South Woodburn Reservoir
This fishery is well suited for the fly angler seeking a challenge in catching wild brown trout. This is a public water supply and care should be taken to prevent pollution.

Key Information
Fishery Type | Game |
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Species | Brown 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 Only. Restrictions: Angling only permitted between 8.00am - 10.00pm |
Bag Limit | Two Brown Trout per day, minimum length of 25.4cm |
Buy a DAERA Licence, Permit or Day Ticket

Car Parking Onsite | Yes |
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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 Belfast: Take the M5 and A2 towards Carrickfergus; as you go into Carrickfergus, take the B58 towards Ballynure; go for almost a mile (at the Brown Cow Inn sign), fork left for 0.24 miles to cross the B90 at Woodburn village; travel over the hump-back bridge to the car park beside Woodburn church.
Local Council Area | Mid & East Antrim |
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Nearest populated area | Carrickfergus |
Water Type | Reservoir |
Water Area / Size | 26 Hectacres |