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Fishing on the Grand Canal

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Fishing along the Grand Canal in County Offaly offers anglers a peaceful and accessible coarse fishing experience through some of the Midlands’ most scenic waterways. Stretching from Edenderry to Shannon Harbour, the canal supports species such as roach, bream, perch and pike and hosts angling competitions throughout the year. Carefully managed stretches and restocking programmes have helped develop the canal into a recognised angling destination. Quiet towpaths, level banks and specially designed fishing stands make this an ideal location for visitors seeking relaxed fishing in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands.

Things to Know

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Accessible angling stands are available at selected canal locations.

  • Coarse fishing species include roach, bream, perch and pike
  • Wheelchair-accessible fishing platforms installed at several points
  • Regular angling competitions take place along canal stretches

Grand Canal, Shannon Harbour, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 VE29

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Fishing on the Grand Canal

The Grand Canal crosses County Offaly from Edenderry in the east to Shannon Harbour in the west. Multiple access points along the towpath provide convenient fishing locations throughout the county. 

Grand Canal, Shannon Harbour, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 VE29

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