Fishing at Ardglass (Golf Course Rocks)
Deep water rock marks beside Ardglass golf course give pollock, wrasse and mackerel to spinners and float tackle, with conger, cod, bull huss and even shore-caught ling from bottom-fished baits over notoriously rough ground.
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| Species | Season | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Pollack (Pollock) | Apr–Oct | Spinning or a sliding float set around 30ft over ragworm |
| Wrasse | Apr–Oct | Float fished ragworm |
| Mackerel | Jun–Sep | Spinners/feathers |
| Conger Eel | Summer, after dark | Big baits on rotten-bottom rigs, expect heavy tackle losses |
| Cod (Atlantic Cod)Bull Huss (Greater-Spotted Dogfish) | Autumn–Winter | Bottom fished bait over the rough ground |
Tactics
The rocks beside Ardglass golf course are the recognised mark — set a sliding float around 30 feet deep with ragworm for pollock and wrasse, and spin for mackerel on a good day. Bottom fishing here can produce cod, bull huss, conger and even the odd shore-caught ling, but the ground is extremely rough and even rotten-bottom rigs lose a lot of tackle, which is why many anglers stick to float or lure fishing. St John's Point and the harbour itself nearby also hold fish at various states of tide.
Best tide: Mid to high tide · Best time: Spring–summer for pollack, wrasse and mackerel; autumn/winter for cod and conger
Dogs
No verified source. Check current signage and the relevant authority.
Access & parking
Park near Ardglass Golf Club/harbour and walk along the shore to the rock marks beside the course. Sat-nav: BT30 7TP.Get directions → Family rating: ★★☆ — Rough, rocky ground with significant tackle-loss risk underfoot — an experienced-angler mark rather than a family spot.
FAQs
What can you catch at Ardglass?
Pollock, wrasse and mackerel on spinners or float tackle, plus cod, bull huss, conger and occasional ling on bottom-fished baits over rough ground.
Is Ardglass a beginner-friendly mark?
Not really — the ground is very rough and snaggy, so it suits anglers comfortable losing tackle or fishing float/lure rather than newcomers.
Nearby marks
Last updated 16 July 2026 — sources & disclaimer
Compiled from angling guides, forums and the relevant council's dog byelaws, cross-checked where possible.
Rules and conditions change, so always check current signage and tides before you go. We do our best to keep this accurate but can't promise it's error-free.