Once again the heavy rain bypassed Connemara, and consequently rivers here have not risen much over the week, just small freshets caused by light rain. However, this didn’t affect Ballynahinch Castle, where the first salmon of the season was landed by Tom McManus, guided by Michael van Murrick. The fresh fish weighed 9lbs, and was taken in the stream on Beat 1.

To book fishing or accommodation at Ballynahinch, call the castle on 095 31006, or visit www.ballynahinch-castle.com

 

Tom McManus and Michael van Murrick with the first fish of the season from Ballynahinch Castle Fishery. The fish weighed 9lbs and was taken in the stream on Beat 1.
Tom McManus and Michael van Murrick with the first fish of the season from Ballynahinch Castle Fishery. The fish weighed 9lbs and was taken in the stream on Beat 1.