Welcome to Hillside Trout Fly Fishery

Experience the Tranquility of Fly Fishing in Holywood

About Us

Hillside Trout Fly Fishery, located on Church Road in Holywood, provides a serene fishing experience all year round. Our fishery is home to Rainbow Trout and Triploid Brown Trout, ranging from 1.5lb to 26lb. Whether you're a seasoned angler or new to fly fishing, you'll find our location perfect for your needs.

Join Us for a Unique Fishing Experience

Come Catch a Hard Fighting , Quality Rainbow or Triploid Brown Trout in the Most Peaceful Setting

Full Days Catch & Release

MOST POPULAR

£20

08:00 - 21:30
All Anglers must be Off the lake by 21:30

4 Hour Catch & Release

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£15

Our popular 4 hour Catch & Release

Evening Catch & Release

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£15

5 Pm - 21:30
April - September

Tuesday Pensioner Special 65+

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£15

65+only " this will be monitored".
Pensioner Special
08:00 - 17:00
!! Tuesdays Only !!
no other day.

1 fish kill Ticket

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£26

Kill your first fish 3lb or under then catch & release using barbless hooks

Children under 14

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£10

All Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. This is only for 4 hours max
09:00 - 13:00
13:00 - 17:00

Boat Rental

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£10

Full day hire
Maximum 2 Anglers
Life vests provided
Strictly 18+
Anyone using the boat do so at their own risk.

Rod Rental

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£10

Rod / Selection of fly

Family-Friendly Environment Tap on pic for info

Bring the whole family and enjoy a relaxing day at our safe, family-friendly fly fishery. We can provide all necessary fly fishing equipment for rent.

Fishing Tuition click on the pic to get numbers

Our experienced fly coaches offer personalised fly coaching to help you make the most of your fishing . Suitable for all skill levels.

All Year-Round Fishing click pic for info

Enjoy fishing throughout the year at our well-stocked waters Open to the Public all Year round. We ensure a steady supply of Rainbow Trout and Triploid Brown Trout for your fishing delight.

Corporate / Club bookings Click On The Pic For Info:

We Offer Private Bookings at the lake - call in and discuss your requirements with our friendly Staff.

Have You Tried Our Sister Lake ?

Are you a fly Angler that likes to fish around ? Are you perhaps a fly angler that likes boat Angling or float tubing ? or indeed are you a Fly Angler that would like to try Pike on the fly ? Perhaps you are a small family that would like to try bubble & fly on our Children & Family lake ?? Either way give our Sister lake a look up & visit www.islandderrytroutfishery.co.uk

Our beautiful lake set in the tranquil rolling hills of Holywood County Down

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Why did you reintroduce the 4 hour ticket ?

We listened to Anglers who had voiced a suggestion that could benefit those Anglers who do not have the time or perhaps strength to fish a full day.

As such we are pleased to announce we have created two four hour catch & release sessions here at the fishery.
08:00 - 12:00
13:00 - 17:00

We have also introduced our popular loyalty card which gives anglers a free day on us when filled - fill 5 days get your 6th free. Rewarding our loyal customers is paramount to us ! This runs from April - October.

We have introduced our Evening ticket from 5pm - Close for only £15 - April - September.

Why Do You Close Mondays & Thursdays ?

We are closed to the Public on a Monday as this is a dedicated day for Members alone.

We are closed on Thursdays to all Anglers to rest the lake as this makes for improved Angling.

Why no bait fishing ?

We do not offer Bait Angling at Hillside Trout Fishery for a few reasons.

🔹 Bait Anglers Behaviour in the Past ruining it for themselves.

🔹 The Price of Live trout vs the price of a kill ticket.

🔹 We stock Rainbows from 1.5lb - 26lb in weight including Triploid Brown Trout. Bait Angling would decimate our stock levels.

🔹 We are a catch & release fishery therefore are unsuitable for bait angling.

What fish is in the lake ?

We currently Stock Rainbow Trout - there is 3 varieties of this strain within the lake.

We currently stock Triploid Brown Trout.

We have 1 Koi Carp - Goldie our Mascot.

We have 20 1 year old Grass Carp to help with lake maintenance.

Why Do We Not Allow Alcohol

As a Family Orientated Fishery - We do not allow Alcohol to be consumed on our premises

Anyone caught Consuming Alcohol will be asked to leave immediately.

Thank You for understanding.

Chris

Owner

Hi I am Chris Owner of Hillside Trout Fishery - I acquired this fishery in September 2023 , I am a passionate Fisherman , Devoted Father & Keen Biker!

Russell

Manager

Hi I am Russell , I am the Face of Hillside and the Voluntary Manager here at North Downs Friendliest Trout Fly Fishery , I am a Keen Fly Angler , A Bubbly helpful character & a Family Man!

Jack

Old Hand

Hi I Am Jack , I am part of the furniture here at Hillside where you will often see me drinking coffee , chatting to customers , helping were possible when I Can.

Jonathan Matthews

Voluntary Staff Member

Hi I am Jonathan the Newest Member of the team , I am also owner of J.M Flies , I am a keen Angler & Keen Fly Tier.

Sandy Dorian

Water & Fishery Baliff

Hi My name is Sandy Dorian , I am the Water Baliff here at Hillside & also I am Mr Weed Fly come see me for your weedy needs

Neill

Fly Coach & Maxcatch Ambassador to Northern Ireland , Uk & Ireland

Hi I Am Neill Walker also known as Santa & Mr Maxcatch - I am a level 2 fly coach here at Hillside & I am also the liaison Ambassador for Ireland & The Uk including Northern Ireland for Maxcatch. I work closely with Chris & the Team & also alongside George to offer Anglers Fly Tuition .

George

Level 2 Fly Coach

Hi I am George Freel , I am 1 of 2 Level 2 Fly Coaches here at Hillside & I offer Fly Tuition from Beginner - Advanced Anglers , I work alongside Chris & the Team & Neill were we both offer a unique experience in tuition.

Goldie

Hillside Mascot

Meet Me the star of the show - Goldie ! I am a 3 Year old Koi Carp , I came to Hillside in May 2024 where I have been dazzling People ever Since. On the odd occasion I torment Anglers into trying to catch me :)

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Only barbless or crushed barbs are allowed at Hillside Trout Fishery.

All fish over 3lb must be returned.
Please move at least 3 pegs after catching 5 fish.
No responsibility is accepted for any event which makes fishing impossible.
We do not accept responsibility for any vehicle or personal property damaged whilst using our lake.
Prices and bag limits may be altered without prior notice.
Management reserve the right to examine any angler’s catch and equipment.
Children under 18 must be supervised by an adult at all times.
Fly Fishing only.
Fishing from platforms only.
Maximum hook size 10 long shank single hook.
No removing fish from the water on catch and release - If required use the de hooking mats on pegs and rest the fish before release.
No returning fish except on catch and release when bag limit reached.
Please only use our nets.
Hillside Trout Fishery is an alcohol free fishery.
Please take all rubbish including cigarette ends and nylon home for disposal or place into our blue bins around the lake.
By purchasing any ticket, your are consenting to us taking video or still photographs which may include your face and published them on our digital media or websites.

ANYONE BREAKING ANY OF THESE RULES WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE AND MAY BE BANNED.