Ballina to Clongee (Foxford Area)

The main Moy channel between Ballina and Cloongee/Ballylahan is divided among at least a dozen separate owners/operators. Some of the water, mainly around Ballina, Foxford and Cloongee is suitable for fly fishing but generally these stretches are fished with bait, spinner and bubble & fly. Most fisheries have a limit on the number of rods let, but all will issue daily, and some, weekly permits. Prices vary considerably depending on location and time of year; further details of tariffs and availability can be sought from the fisheries owners/managers.

The various sections in this stretch are divided as follows:

1.   The Ballina Salmon Anglers Association

This association water is managed under licence from the state and from the Verscoyle family. It comprises approximately 3 miles of double bank fishing from the weir in Ballina to the confluence with the Corroy river. There are some newly developed pools in the Ballina area which are suitable for fly fishing. The remaining 2 ½ miles consists mainly of deep, slow flowing water and is suitable for angling with bait and spinner, although the bubble and fly method can also be very effective here. Catches on this stretch are estimated at approximately   1,000 –2,000 salmon per season. Seatrout are also regularly caught in this stretch. The number of rods is not limited and permits are available at a very reasonable price from local tackle shops and from the following outlets.

The North Western Regional Fisheries Board,
Ardnaree House,
Abbey St.,
Ballina.
Tel: +353 (0)96 21332

Mr. Chris Egan,,
Barrett St.,
Ballina. 

Permits are also available from any of the many fishing tackle shops in Ballina

2.   Mount Falcon

This is one of the best known and most prestigious of the fisheries in this stretch. It is part of the Mount falcon estate which is now in the ownership of the Maloney Family and currently caters for anglers on a non-residential basis.However, Plans are in place to develop amajor hotel and leisure facitity at Mount Falcon which will offer high quality accommodation for anglers as well as other guests.

The fishery consists of over 1 1/2 miles of double bank fishing including the famous wall pool which is one of the most productive on the Moy.  Much of the Mount Falcon fishery is suitable for bait and spinner fishing, but there are also some stretches which contain flyfishing water. Ghillies are available through the fishery manager.

Permits & Information from:
Mr. Shane Maloney or Mr. Alan Maloney,
Mount Falcon Castle,
Ballina

Tel: 096 74472   Fax: 096 79929.               
e-mail: info@mountfalcon.com

3.          3. The Attymass Fishery

This stretch of river is leased by the Scott Knox-Gore family to the Attymass Anglers Assoc. It consists of 2 separate beats, totaling about 1 ½ miles of  the right bank from opposite the Corroy river confluence to just downstream of the Wall Pool and from the upstream end of the Wall Pool to the Confluence with the Bunnifinglass River. It is primarily a bait and spinner fishery, but bubble and fly can be effective too.

Permits & Information from:
Mr. Padraig Garrett   +353 (0)94 58151

Mr. Pat Gaughan        +353 (0)94 58147

Mr. Padraig Hughes   +353 (0)94 58146            

4. The Scott-Knox-Gore Coolcronan Fishery

This fishery is owned and controlled by Mr. William Scott-Knox-Gore. It consists of just over 1 mile of double bank fishing between the Bunnifinglass river and the Yellow river. Access is Via the entrance to Coolcronan House, to the assembly point by the Cable Pool. Number of rods let is limited to 12 per day divided amongst three separate beats and advance booking is required. Although it is considered primarily as a bait and spinner fishery, there is some good flyfishing at low water particularly in the stretch known as “ the Rocks”. 
 

Permits & Information from:  
Mr. David Carlisle
Tel: 094 57055 / 087 2398019

Mr. David Carlisle

Belgarriff, Foxford

Co. Mayo
Tel: 00353 (0)94 57055

 087 2398019

5. Byrnes Fishery

This is a short stretch comprising about ½ mile of single bank fishing on the left bank, immediately upstream from the Mount Falcon water. It is suitable for bait and spinner only, although at very low water salmon can be taken on the fly.

Permits & Information from:

Mr. Jim Byrne
Tel: 096 36733

6. The Knockmore Angling Club Water      

This stretch is similar both in length and in general character to Byrnes fishery. Again it is suitable for bait and spinner, but the occasional salmon is caught on fly in very low water.

Permits & Information from:
Mr. Martin Kelly
Tel: 094 58287

7. The Scott-Knox Gore (or Rinnaney)Fishery

This water is operated in association with the Foxford Salmon Anglers and consists of  2 ½ miles of single(right) bank. It holds fish throughout the season and is a very productive bait and spinning fishery, which produces in the region of 1,500 salmon annually.

Permits & Information from:
Tiernan Brothers. Main Street, Foxford 
Tel: 094 56731

8. Armstrong Fishery

This water is operated by the Armstrong family and consists of about 1 ½ miles of single bank (left) only. It is primarily a bait and spinning fishery but bubble and fly can be effective when conditions are favorable. It produces 600 – 800 salmon annually and day tickets are available at a reasonable price.

Permits & Information from:
Mr. George Armstrong/ Mrs. Bridie Armstrong 
Tel: 094 56580

9. Beal Easa or Gannons Fishery

This is a section of single bank fishery approximately 1 ½ miles in length. It consists largely of slow bait and spinning water but in low water the fly works well around Morans rocks and  further downstream at the two bends.  This is quite a productive fishery, with an average annual catch in the region of  700 – 800 fish annually and day tickets are available at a reasonable price. Access is gained from the main Foxford – Ballina road and care should be taken when parking.

Permits & Information from:
Pat Gannon   Post Office, Foxford.
Tel:  094 56101

10. The Foxford Fishery

This is a double bank fishery extending from 400 m north of Foxford bridge, downstream for approximately 1 mile. It is a highly productive fishery which has a limited number of rods and must be booked in advance.

Permits & Information from:
Mr. Granville Nesbitt,  53 Ridgepool Rd. Ballina, Co. Mayo

Tel: 00353 (0)96 49989

00353(0)86 8032350

11. Bakers Fishery 

This fishery extends for about 400m downstream from the Eel weir in Foxford. It has a high gradient and formerly was not noted as salmon holding water.  However, following major development works carried out by the owner in the summer of 1999 this beat now has 2 delightful salmon angling pools suitable for fly-fishing, both for spring salmon and grilse.

Permits & Information from:
Mr. Chris Downey,  Foxford

Tel: 094 56824

12. The Foxford Salmon Anglers Fishery

This fishery consists of double bank fishing from Foxford bridge upstream for about 1 mile and adjoining the Cloongee fishery ½ a mile north of the confluence with the Cross river. It is a very productive water which is fished mainly with bait and spinner, although there is some good flyfishing water near Foxford town.

Permits & Information from:
Tiernan Brothers. Main Street, Foxford

Tel: 094 56731

13.  The Clongee Fishery

This is a prolific Salmon and grilse fishery comprising 2 miles of right bank and approximately 1 mile of left bank, including a stretch of the Cross R. which flows out of Lough Cullin. The famous Joinings pool is located here and is one of the most productive salmon pools on the Moy.  Much of the fishery is suitable for fly fishing, particularly at the upper end. There is no limit to the number of rods allowed and tickets are available on a daily basis only.

Permits & Information from:
Mr. John Ruane.  Cloongee,  Foxford.
Tel: 094 56534

Season: February 1^st – September 30^th.

Angling Methods: All legal methods are permitted on the Moy, but anglers are requested to check with ghillies and owners to confirm local rules.

Flies For the Moy: Thunder and Lightning, Bann Special, Ballina Grey, Foxford Shrimp, Ally’s Shrimp (yellow or Orange) Silver Stoat, Gary Dog, Yellow Thunderflash, Silver Wilkinson’s.

Please Note: The ownership, management and boundaries of the fisheries outlined above are subject to change from time to time. While every effort is made to provide the most accurate and up to date information in this brochure, the Board can not accept responsibility for any omissions or inaccuracies contained therein. Anglers are, therefore, advised to check locally for information on these matters.

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