Church Road Reservoir

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The lake is long and narrow with a dam wall at its eastern end. It is surrounded by low hills overlooking Belfast Lough. There is some natural cover so visitors should wrap up warm during winter and early spring. This water is managed by Belfast Anglers Association on behalf of the Department. Five visitor permits sold daily from Hanna’s Florists, 13 Church Road, Holywood. £12.00 concessionary rate for DAERA Game permit holders. Anglers must use official entrances. Do not trespass on adjoining lands or obstruct roadways or gate entrances with parked cars.

Key Information 

Fishery Type Game
Species Brown Trout
Season Open 1st March
Season Close 31st October
Rod Licence 12 years old and over DAERA Game Rod Licence
Permit Belfast Anglers Association Member or day ticket holder / 12 years old and over DAERA Game Fishing Permit
Fishing methods Fly Fishing Only
Bag Limit Two fish per member, one fish per visitor (then with barbless hooks). No fish to be taken within seven days of stocking. No static flies with bungs. No brown trout to be taken during October.

 Buy a DAERA Licence, Permit or Day Ticket

Car Parking Onsite Yes
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 Holywood: Leave via Church road and the reservoir is 34 miles down on the right-hand side.
Local Council Area Ards & North Down
Nearest populated area Holywood
Water Type Reservoir
Water Area / Size 18 Hectacres

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