Fishing near Clonmel, Co. Tipperary

Clonmel sits on the River Suir in the heart of County Tipperary, and it is the Suir that defines fishing in this part of Ireland. A classic limestone river, the Suir runs through the town itself — fishing is free between the bridges — and extends through a series of pools, glides, and riffles managed by local clubs and private fisheries upstream and downstream. Wild brown trout are the primary draw, with Atlantic salmon also running the river through the season. The nearby tributaries, including the Tar, the Anner, and the Nire, add further options within easy reach of the town.