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Ireland Fishing Holidays

Fish scenic and tranquil lakes, rivers and canals where coarse fish are plentiful.

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Discover world-class fishing holidays in Ireland

At Anglers World Holidays, we specialise in organising unforgettable fishing trips to Ireland, taking care of your travel, accommodation, and fishing arrangements from start to finish. With years of experience and trusted local partnerships, we make planning your Irish fishing adventure simple, stress-free, and tailored to your needs.

Ireland is internationally renowned for its unspoilt waters, breathtaking landscapes, and exceptional fishing opportunities. From vast loughs and winding rivers to rugged coastlines and sheltered bays, Ireland offers anglers of all levels the chance to fish in truly spectacular surroundings.

Watch some of our fishing videos filmed in Ireland

Play VideoIntroduction to Fishing in IrelandPlay Video

Introduction to Fishing in Ireland

John Horsey and Baz Smith talk us through this angling paradise.

Play VideoImprove Your Coarse Fishing in IrelandPlay Video

Improve Your Coarse Fishing in Ireland

Top anglers Geoff Cooper and Baz Smith describe some coarse fishing techniques they adopt when angling in the summer months.

Play VideoChris Tarrant Fishing Experiences in IrelandPlay Video

Chris Tarrant Fishing Experiences in Ireland

Chris Tarrant and John Horsey go winter fishing in Ireland with Anglers World Holidays.

Explore the scenery, wildlife, and angling adventures that make Ireland a dream destination for fishing holidays.

Close up of a roach caught in Ireland
Angler holding a tench caught in Ireland
Close up of roach fish caught in Ireland
Man stood on a rowing boat holding a pike caught in Ireland
Angler holding a hybrid caught in Ireland
Angler holding a hybrid caught in Ireland
Close up of a bream caught in Ireland
Two anglers beside a lake in Ireland one holding a bream
Man sat on a stool in a garden with a bucket of fishing groundbait in front of him
Two anglers stood in the shallows of a lake in Ireland using a catapult to pre-bait
Two anglers stood in the shallows of a lake both holding bream
Angler fishing from a stand at the edge of a lake in Ireland
Angler fishing from a stand at the edge of a lake in Ireland
Angler using a landing net to land a fish caught in Ireland
Two anglers fishing on a lake in Ireland

Flexible and comfortable fishing accommodation

Our fantastic fishing holidays to Ireland offer a wide choice of carefully selected locations and angler-friendly accommodation to suit every preference and budget. Whether you’re planning a coarse, pike, or game fishing trip, we can arrange excellent value packages in prime fishing areas.

Choose from traditional pub-style hotels with hearty meals and a warm Irish welcome, comfortable bed and breakfast guesthouses, or fully equipped self-catering cottages ideal for groups and longer stays. All accommodation is conveniently located close to productive waters, ensuring you spend less time travelling and more time fishing.

Our recommended accommodation for fishing holidays in Ireland

  • Drive way lined with daffodils leading to a stone bungalow

    Allendale B&B, Carrigallen, Co Leitrim

    From £467.00 pp
  • Two storey cream painted guest house with hanging baskets, flowers in pots and bench outside the front

    Glenview Country House, Ballinamore, Co Leitrim

    From £530.00 pp
  • White bungalow with green painted windowsills and grey slate roof

    Oak Lodge, Portumna, Co Galway

    From £508.00 pp
  • Stone two storey building with red entrance

    The Keepers Arms, Bawnboy, Co Cavan

    From £512.00 pp
  • The Piker's Lodge, Lough Gowna, Irish pub

    Piker’s Lodge, Lough Gowna, Co Cavan

    From £530.00 pp
  • White bungalow with wooden bench outside

    Lakeside Cottages, Killeshandra, Co Cavan

    From £280.00 pp
  • View of Fitzpatrick's Tavern, Lough Gowna

    Fitzpatrick’s Tavern, Lough Gowna, Co Cavan

    From £593.00 pp
  • White dorma bungalow with gardens and lawn to the front

    Eonish Lodge Self-catering, Killeshandra, Co Cavan

    From £244.00 pp

Inclusive tailor-made angling holidays

We work closely with trusted accommodation suppliers who have catered well for our clients for decades.
When you book a fishing holiday to Ireland with Anglers World Holidays, everything is organised for you:

  • We organise your ferry travel and accommodation at special rates.
  • Wide choice of ferry routes and times with Stena Line, who provide high standards of comfort and reliability.
  • Carefully selected angler-friendly accommodation
  • Tackle storage and bait fridges at most properties.
  • Boats may be hired or provided at selected properties.

What you can expect to catch on a fishing holiday in Ireland

Bream

Bream are shoal fish, often found in lakes, slow-moving rivers, and canals, where they feed steadily along the bottom and are known for their steady resistance and can grow to impressive sizes.

Hybrid

With the speed and agility of roach but the size of an average bream they are now much prized as a sporting coarse fish. Commonly found in many still waters and slow-moving rivers.

Perch

Striking, bold predators recognised by their dark vertical stripes and spiky dorsal fins. Though usually modest in size, larger perch fight hard for their weight and are a favourite target for light-tackle anglers.

Pike

Known for explosive strikes and powerful fights pike are renowned for their strength and sudden bursts of speed and offer a thrilling challenge for both beginners and experienced fishermen.

Roach

One of the most widespread and adaptable freshwater fish, thriving in rivers, canals, and lakes. While often small, roach can be beautifully marked and provide bite-after-bite action that sharpens any angler’s skills.

Tench

Powerful, fish often found in weedy lakes and quiet waters and are known for their strong, dogged fight. Most active during early morning and evening.

Want to find out more about fishing holidays in Ireland? Call our friendly fishing experts on 01246 22 17 17, or email us at info@anglers-world.co.uk.

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