Failte Ireland estimates that over 130,000 overseas visitors to Ireland in 2016 engaged in angling.
Leitrim, Longford, Roscommon and Cavan have an abundance of river stretches and lakes to offer
A workshop to explore opportunities to maximise the potential for attracting angling tourists to the region will take place on Wednesday night 21st in Keenan’s of Tarmonbarry at 6pm
The workshop will include presentations from Inland Fisheries Ireland and Waterways Ireland to give an overview on potential selling points for the counties, supports available and how to market to angling
With an outstanding reputation for angling, the region has a distinctive offering for tourists.
The events are targeted at accommodation and activity providers from across the region.
The event is free of charge but booking is required.
The Roscommon & Longford focused workshop will take place in Keenans Hotel, Tarmonbarry on 21 February at 6pm.
Booking available here
