Fishing in Athy
Perfect water for Salmon
Athy is gifted in being one of the most unique angling locations in the country. The meeting of the Grand Canal and river Barrow offers several categories of waters that cater for all fishing enthusiasts. Within a 15 km stretch, anglers can choose between 3 static canal stretch’s and a 2 kilometre “Flowing canal”, which offer several options to the Course angler. Coupled with this, the river Barrow stretch grows from a one foot deep moderate flowing river, into a wide five foot deep slower meandering waterway (Summer time), making it ideal for all fishing types. While fishing throughout the area is open, free and encouraged, the stretches are actively maintained by Athy & District Anglers Club which enforce national fish protection policies. A combination of stocking and protection for many years has built up a well-resourced waterway plentiful in Bream, Rudd, Tench, Perch, Hybrids, Pike, Trout and Salmon. In addition, Athy & District Anglers Club control a specifically dedicated fishing marina within the town centre. This is available free of charge to club members or on a “permit” bases of just €5 per day. With such resources, is it any wonder that Athy plays host to over 20 angling competitions and events throughout the calendar year.
For local fishing supplies and equipment, contact: Griffin Hawe, 22 Duke Street.
Tel: 059-863 1221
For all other queries or for some local knowledge, contact Des Bridgette or see the Athy & District Anglers website, available at www.athyanglers.com
For local fishing supplies and equipment, contact: Griffin Hawe, 22 Duke Street.
Tel: 059-863 1221
For all other queries or for some local knowledge, contact Des Bridgette or see the Athy & District Anglers website, available at www.athyanglers.com