The charter boats fishing off Donegal have more than just bluefin tuna to chase and boats from Killybegs to Downings are reporting good catches…

Michael McGettigan and the Fiona Tee got back at general fishing at the weekend. The weather was good but fishing was slow on the reefs for the first half of the day but then they headed for the sand for a hour and got plenty of good Rays and some turbot. They went back over the hard ground for the last hour and the pollock were on the take to finish off a good day.

Last week Michael McVeigh and the Rosguill wrapped up their charter fishing season. The Lockdown may have stopped the numbers travelling for the fishing – but not the fish. 2020 has finished with fishing still good. The only hiccup here was the Mackerel, which were scarce (except in the mouth of Lough Swilly).

Go Fishing…

Fiona Tee

33′ Interceptor. 300HP Caterpillar
Skipper: Michael McGettigan
Licence: 961
Base: Mullaghmore Operational area: Donegal Bay. Within 30 miles of land.

Authorised bluefin tuna boat

Notes: With over 40 years experience in Sea Angling in Donegal Bay, we bring you to the best locations and guarantee the best that angling in Donegal Bay has to offer. The MV Fiona Tee is equipped with all the latest technology ensuring all our fishing charters are monitored and offer real time tracking. We are also fully equipped with the latest in onboard safety equipment.

Address: Moneygold, Grange, Co. Sligo.
Telephone: +353 (0)87 2540190
E-mail: [email protected]  Web: https://www.killybegsfishingcharters.ie/ 

Rosguill

43′ Aquastar. Twin 310 HP
Skipper: Michael McVeigh
Licence: 888
Base: Downings Operational area: Up to 40 miles out of base.

Notes: As well as excellent bottom, reef and wreck fishing there is Blue Shark (Season: July to October). Some good sized blue shark including the Skipper’s best of 124 pounds, caught in 1992. Rods, reels oilskins and tackle can be hired.

Address: Baile an Iascaire, Dooey, Atlantic Drive, Downings, Co. Donegal.
Telephone: +353 74 9155080
Email: [email protected] Web: www.rosguill.com