Damian Murtagh, Competition Secretary and his assistants worked hard to put together a full competition programme in 2021 which was fully compliant with the COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines. The competition programme attracted all the usual competition anglers and a few … Continued
In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic risk Banbridge Angling Club has decided to cancel the Fly-Tying Class Programme 2021/22 to help protect the fly-tying tutors and participants. However the Club hope to be able to recommence a new format … Continued
We start this month with some great news. Imogen Johnston qualified at Lough Lene to fish in the Irish Youth International Team in 2022. This is a tremendous achievement and the Club wishes Imogen tight lines in 2022. As we … Continued
The Club made another supplementary fish stocking of fish up to 3lbs at the Corbet Lough at the start of the month and along with the great fishing conditions anglers are enjoying some fantastic sport from both the shore and … Continued
The 41st Lough Melvin Open was held over the period 25 August – 29 August attracting hundreds of anglers from home and abroad. The conditions were mostly bright and hot throughout and the fishing was very challenging but still enjoyable. … Continued
The fishing at the Corbet Lough from both boat and the shore is currently fantastic with fish feeding on the surface and close to the surface. Anglers are reporting some great sport. On Monday 2 August visiting anglers Keith and … Continued
Unfortunately the Disabled Toilet and Changing Facility and the Mens Urinal at the Corbet Lough will be closed until further notice for ABC Council to carry out essential maintenance work. The Mens and Ladies Toilets are still open.
Although the Corbet Lough is now primarily known as a premier game angling venue and a very popular stop off spot for locals, visitors and tourists travelling from the Banbridge area towards Castlewellan, Newcastle and the scenic Kingdom of Mourne … Continued
This month the weather has been cloudy and humid and the fishing has really picked up again at the Corbet Lough. Anglers have been reporting some great catches from both the boats and the shore. On Thursday 1 July Stevie … Continued
The Ulster Angling Federation (UAF) has advised us that the Irish Game Fair and Fine Foods Festival at Shane’s Castle, Co Antrim on 25 and 26 June 2021 has been cancelled due to COVID-19. It is anticipated that this event … Continued