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Altnahinch Reservoir

BallymoneyBallymenaBT44 0QP

Water reference rather than a surveyed fishing entrance. Follow the controlling authority’s directions and access restrictions.

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About the fishery

Altnahinch is an upland trout reservoir at the head of the River Bush, surrounded by moorland and forest. DAERA permits shore fishing during the March–October season with the required game licence and permit. Brown and rainbow trout are listed. The operator currently warns that the car park is closed until further notice.

Venue overview

  • One named reservoir on DAERA’s public angling estate. Fishing banks and stands are part of this venue, not separate fisheries.

Lakes and fish species

Waters and species

  • The operator lists a water area of 18 hectares and the following species: brown trout, rainbow trout.
  • Fly fishing, spinning and worm fishing.

Fishing access and booking

Access and permits

  • Anglers aged 12 and over require a DAERA Game Rod Licence and Game Fishing Permit. Confirm the conditions for younger anglers directly with the authority.
  • A permit does not override the fishing season or local bank and access restrictions.

Tickets and prices

Ticket prices

  • Current licence and permit fees were not displayed on the inspected individual fishery page. Check the official DAERA purchase service for the correct product and current price.

Confirm the appropriate permit and its current fee before planning a visit.

Opening times and seasons

Fishing hours and season

  • Fishing season: 1 March–31 October. Fishing is closed outside this season.
  • Daily fishing hours, gate times and overnight permission are not published in the inspected fishery information. Do not interpret the season dates as 24-hour access.

Fishing rules

Fishing rules

  • Methods: Fly fishing, spinning and worm fishing.
  • Retention limit: Four stocked trout per day, minimum length 25.4 cm.
  • This is a public water supply: prevent pollution.
  • Boats are prohibited.

Facilities and accessibility

Facilities and accessibility

  • Fishing stands are provided. DAERA lists no designated disabled parking or accessible fishing stands.
  • A car park is listed in the general facilities table, but the specific closure notice takes precedence. Do not assume it is available.

Location and contact details

Location and contact

  • Access via Altnahinch Road. DAERA identifies Ballymoney as the nearest town and gives routes from Ballymoney and Ballymena. The Maps postal listing BT44 0QP has not been confirmed as a surveyed entrance postcode.
  • Use the controlling authority’s official fishery page for directions and current access information. An individual venue telephone number has not been verified.

Ballymoney, Ballymena BT44 0QP

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