Fishery manager Nigel Rush reports that springers are being seen in numbers for the first time this season, although the cold windy conditions has them keeping their heads down! Geoffrey Fitzjohn, however, who landed the first fish of the season, then landed the second and third fish, one of 10lbs and a fine 12lbs fish, which was safely returned. Nigel reports that water levels are prefect at the moment, and with showers forecast, conditions should remain good for the next week.

To book fishing at Kylemore Abbey, contact Nigel  on 095 41178, or mobile 087 9580702, and for latest news check the website at www.kylemorefishery.ie