Shore Angling in Ireland

Great shore angling on an Irish coastline where it’s possible to have a beach to yourself! The rock and shore marks around the 3,000 mile coastline offer opportunities for terrific fishing for a whole range of species, including outstanding sport with bass.

You choose where and when to stay and Leisure Angling will recommend a suitable pub, guesthouse or holiday home with a value-for-money inclusive deal. We also provide the latest fishing maps and information to enhance your holiday.

This is exciting shore fishing. The Beara Peninsula is the least explored of Ireland’s
south west great shorelines and only now is the true angling potential starting to emerge. Its beautiful scenic area provides quality rock fishing with a handful of beaches tucked away in quiet locations. Shot Head is a favourite mark, offering the chance of bottom fishing for huss, thornback ray and conger, all of which run to double figures; plus spinning or float fishing for pollack and wrasse. Anglers wanting to take on that special challenge of catching a large mullet should try Adrigole Bay and Coarrid Point where there have been several fish over 7lb reported.

The warmer currents of the Gulf Stream are very much in evidence and not only provide year round fishing, but produce a few unusual visitors such as gilt head bream and trigger fish. Bass can be taken throughout the year and fish over 10lb were caught during 2007. Download our Shore Angling Brochure (PDF)