Season 1st March – 30th September

Given the remarkably low temperatures forecast over the latter stages of the weekend and into next week fishing on this beautiful little river could prove difficult.

However anyone willing to brave the cold could certainly try a weighted nymph such as a GRHE through any of the faster runs – especially on the stretch between the Black bridge and the pump house bridge.

Floating lines of 3, 4 or 5 weight are ideal – anything heavier can tend to spook the beautifully marked resident brownies.  Fishing is strictly by fly only and all fish caught must be returned.

Permits should be purchased at the hotel main reception (where maps are available) prior to fishing.  Parking is at the hotel car park or by the boathouse on the Rye Lake.

The Rye Lake

With the above mentioned low temperatures forecast over the next few days it is unlikely the large resident brownies (some up to 5lb) will be in the mood for frolicking at or anywhere near the surface.  Hopefully as temperatures recover and the Large Dark Olive begins to feature in a few weeks time the fishing should be splendid.

The Rye Lake above the Salmon Weir with the Shell Cottage in view.
The Rye Lake above the Salmon Weir with the Shell Cottage in view.

While fishing from the bank is an option the best way to cover this water is from the hotel Sheelin boat – this can be arranged through the hotel. Fishing is by fly only from March1st.

Rob Love
Carton House Fishery

If you have any queries about fishing at Carton House please contact Guest Relations on (01) 5052000 or me on 087
1947811.  You can also see the other activities on offer at Carton House by checking the Carton House website www.cartonhouse.com

Tickets / permits should be purchased at the hotel main reception prior to fishing.  Parking is at the boathouse on the lake.  Please respect the wishes of golfers and stay off greens and Tee areas as they can become badly cut up when fishing activity takes place on them.

The Rye Water below the Salmon Weir.
The Rye Water below the Salmon Weir.