Ireland Fishing: The Baronscourt Estate

Fly fishing on the River Mourne, one of Ireland's best salmon rivers

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The Area

Barsonscourt, the home of the Duke of Abercorn's family since 1612 provides a beautiful backdrop to your fly fishing adventure.

Situated in a sheltered valley in the foothills of the Sperrin mountains in Ireland’s County Tyrone, you come across an oasis of peace and tranquillity. Baronscourt, the home of the Duke of Abercornrsquo;s family since 1612, is among that handful of old family estates in the British Isles which combine great historical and architectural interest with a landscape of outstanding natural beauty.

Barsonscourt is located in a beautiful part of Ireland, situated in completely unsploit countryside, it offers first class accommodation and exceptional fishing.

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The Fishing

The River Mourne, is part of the Foyle Fishery System located in the western part of Northern Ireland. The river is believed to be one of the best salmon rivers in Northern Europe. The official fish counter located five miles down stream recorded 16,000 fish passing through it in 2004, most of these fish head through the Baronscourt Estate water to their spawning grounds further upstream.

At the Baronscourt Estate, you will have direct access to 16 named fishing pools. The most famous pool is the "Snaa" pool which is similar in its appearance to "the Junction" on the River Tweed. This high quality fishery also enjoys excellent access together with expert advice from the Estate's ghillie (guide). A small fishing hut sits above the pool.

The River Mourne offers salmon fishing on a par with the Rivers Moy and Blackwater in Ireland and the River Tweed in Scotland.

Sea trout fishing is also available on the River Mourne with the larger trout arriving first in early to mid June with the bulk of smaller fish arriving from July onwards to the end of the season. The Baronscourt Estate water is fly only and is fished by a syndicate of twelve rods, with two rods being retained by the estate for guests staying in the self-catering accommodation on the estate. This arrangement provides the visiting angler with the opportunity to gain access on what is widely regarded as being a first class salmon fishery which is not possible to access with the purchase of day tickets.

The Lodge

The two storey Clock Tower forms part of the Baronscourt Stable Yard and dates from 1890. This charming building has been completely refurbished and newly furnished and can comfortably accommodate up to four people. It has attained a Northern Ireland Tourist Board 4 star rating, and is fully approved.

The ground floor is an extremely spacious open-plan, modern fully equipped kitchen and dining area including electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and separate tumble drier. There is a small cloakroom with heater to dry clothes. On the first floor there is a large comfortable living room with wood-burning stove, television, DVD and payphone. The outlook is over unspoilt parkland where the lawn in front can be used for sitting outdoors or overlooking the courtyard. The two twin bedrooms are situated either side of the living area, one with an en suite bathroom, the second with a shower room with power shower and separate toilet. There is oil fired central heating throughout. There is a cleaning service weekly with changeover day on Friday. We regret no pets are allowed.

The Governorrsquo;s Lodge, so-called from the time it was used by the Governorrsquo;s guard, is situated to the left of the Clock Tower and dates from the same period. Like the Clock Tower, this delightful two-storey building can accommodate up to four people and has recently been completely refurbished and newly furnished. It has attained a Northern Ireland Tourist Board 4 star rating, and is fully approved.

The ground floor has a small entrance porch leading into the hall. To the left of the hall is a spacious dining room with pine furniture, charming wildlife pictures, wood burning stove and airing cupboard. A modern, compact fully equipped kitchen leads directly off the dining room and includes an electric cooker, microwave and washer/drier The comfortable living room is situated to the right of the hall and has a gas fire, television with DVD player and payphone.

On the first floor are two twin bedrooms, one with an adjoining bathroom, the bath with power shower attachment, the second with an en suite shower room with power shower. The outlook is over unspoilt parkland with a lawn in front for relaxing outdoors. There is oil fired central heating throughout. There is a weekly cleaning service with changeover day on Friday.
We regret no pets are allowed.

Best Times to Go

If you would prefer to speak to us directly regarding a trip to Baronscourt Estate, please contact us at the following:

United Kingdom Office:
Justin Maxwell-Stuart
Mobile: +44 (0)7711 519 857
Fax: +44 (0)20 7352 0942
justin@wherewisemenfish.com

United States Office:

US Country Code: +1
Telephone: 646 797 2945
info@wherewisemenfish.com

Or alternatively email us via our Booking Enquiries Form to request more information.