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Killylane Reservoir
Ballyclare
Water reference rather than a surveyed fishing entrance. Follow the controlling authority’s directions and access restrictions.
About the fishery
Killylane is a brown-trout reservoir on open moorland near the A36 between Ballymena and Larne. Its seasonal shore fishery is fly-only and requires the relevant DAERA game licence and permit. Fishing stands and a car park are listed. Exposed mud at low water requires particular care.
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 28 hectares and the following species: brown trout.
- Fly fishing only.
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 only.
- Retention limit: Four stocked trout per day, minimum length 25.4 cm.
- Boats are prohibited.
- DAERA warns about exposed mud during low water; ordinary bank-access descriptions must not override that caution.
Facilities and accessibility
Facilities and accessibility
- Car parking and fishing stands are listed.
- DAERA lists no designated disabled parking or accessible fishing stands. Toilets and step-free routes have not been confirmed.
Location and contact details
Location and contact
- DAERA directs visitors to the main reservoir gates on the south side of the A36 Ballymena–Larne Road. Maps labels the locality Ballyclare; the operator gives Larne/Ballymena as the nearest populated areas. The map point represents the reservoir rather than a surveyed entrance.
- Use the controlling authority’s official fishery page for directions and current access information. An individual venue telephone number has not been verified.