The presence of Zebra Mussels is still preventing the stocking of fish from Movanagher Fish Farm. For more information, please visit Zebra Mussels and impact on fish stocking in the Public Angling Estate.
Key Information
| Fishery Type | Game |
|---|---|
| Species | Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout |
| Season Open | 1st March |
| Season Close | 31st October |
| Rod Licence | 12 years old and over require a Loughs Agency Licence, or a Loughs Agency endorsment to a DAERA Game Rod Licence. |
| Permit | 12 years old and over DAERA Game Fishing Permit |
| Fishing methods | Fly Fishing Only |
| Bag Limit | Four Stocked Trout minimum length 25.4cm |
Buy a DAERA Licence, Permit or Day Ticket
Lough Brickland
| 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 Belfast: Take the M1 to Lisburn (Sprucefield roundabout) then the A1 towards Newry for 27.96 miles; the lough is on the left.
- From Armagh: Take the A51 to Tandragee, the A27 to Scarva and B3 to Loughbrickland, joining the A1 in Loughbrickland village.
- From Lurgan: Take the A26 to Banbridge and head south towards Newry by the A1.
- From Newry: Head north by the A1, towards Banbridge for 9.94 miles.
| Local Council Area | Newry Mourne & Down |
|---|---|
| Nearest populated area | Banbridge |
| Water Type | Lake |
| Water Area / Size | 24 Hectacres |