Ireland's rich network of canals, loughs, rivers and surrounding sea, offers ample opportunities for coarse angling, game angling, sea angling, river trout fishing and pick fishing. An angling holiday is not only a time to catch fish and learn about new waters, it is also an opportunity to learn new skills and refine existing ones.

There are a number of angling and fly-fishing schools around Ireland where a beginner can learn the rudiments of the sport and the experienced fly-dresser will benefit from the opportunity to tie traditional and modern Irish flies. The following subjects are usually covered;

• tackle selection
• the theory and practice of fly casting
• wet fly, dry fly and nymph fishing, fly tying.

Licences

In the Republic most coarse fishing is free and along with brown trout requires no State Licence. A licence and generally a permit to fish is required for salmon and sea trout fishing and these are available in various denominations ranging from a season to a day to suit the length of your stay. In Northern Ireland a licence is required for coarse and game fishing. These are available from many outlets who can also give details of permits required.

For information on license requirements in the Republic of Ireland please visit the   Central Fisheries Board  . Information on license requirements in Northern Ireland can be found on the Discover Northern Ireland website at

License Requirements