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Shore Angling

Angling

The beautiful scenery of Beara provides an ideal backdrop for sea angling. On Bere Island there are a few different fishing sites that have been recognised. The tourist information centre in Castletownbere 027 70054 can give you more information such as bait grounds.

All sites on farmers land will be closed to the public for one day on the 31st January every year. Conserve Bass Daily Bag Limit of 2 Bass per Angler. Size limit is 40cm (15 3/4 inches) Closed Season from 15th May to 15th June. Protected By Law.

Plan your Fishing
Always check tide times and weather before you start to fish remembering that:
The tide rises and falls roughly four metres. The low tide is roughly 6 hours and 20 minutes after high tide.
Tide tables are available in most shops on the peninsula, these will aid you in determining tide times.
Following severe weather conditions, there will be high seas and strong swell and therefore fishing is not recommended. Enquire locally for advice.

A weather forecast can be obtained from Weatherdial on 1850-123-850 or check with the tourist office in Castletownbere 027 70054.

Care should be taken at all times to avoid accidents as neither the Bere Island Projects Group or the local landowners can be held responsible for any accidents or injuries.

Safety Information

NEVER fish alone.

Experienced anglers should accompany first time anglers.

Wear suitable footwear and clothing. Remember rain can make rocks very slippery.

When casting make sure everyone knows you are about to cast.

Do not swing the lead in any sort of arc. keep it going straight over.

Never fish from the rocks when the sea is rough or has a swell.

Never drink alcohol before fishing.

Please leave gates as you found them.

Protect wildlife, plants and trees.

Take your litter home.

Always use gates, stiles or other recognised access points and avoid damage to fences, hedges and walls.

Avoid making any unnecessary noise.

Do not interfere with livestock, crops, machinery or other property.

Greed: Do not take more fish than you need. Return unwanted fish immediately,
rather than throwing them into the fish box.

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Bere Island, just a short ferry journey from the Beara peninsula, is one of 7 inhabited islands on West Cork’s coastline – part of Ireland’s famous Wild Atlantic Way touring route.
 
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