The Faughan is a medium sized river (5-20m wide) which rises on the flanks of Sawel, the highest of the Sperrin peaks. It makes its way north-west along a scenic valley through the villages of Park and Claudy, before turning north through Drumahoe on the edge of Derry-Londonderry and entering Lough Foyle. You are not permitted on the tidal section.
It is a renowned spate river for salmon and sea trout.
Cressabelle has exclusive visitor rods available each day which may be booked on the Availability link.
Ticket price DOES NOT include local regulatory rod licences and permits however as distributors for all regulatory bodies and they can facilitate this for you prior to your arrival.
You will have access to fishing on the river and details will be provided on river rules and regulations you will be expected to follow. Please ensure your equipment is appropriately sterilised and complete the declaration form prior to arrival.
A location map will be provided. All waters are shared with local anglers attached to clubs and associations.
An angling guide is advisable for this fishery, please request information via email. Options include a 2 hr river guide, a full day or half day angling guide (1 guide for up to 3 people).
The angling guide is recommended for inexperienced anglers or anglers new to river fishing. The river guide is recommended for anglers who have not been on this river previously, they have local fishing knowledge to get you started.
Cressabelle will endeavour to assist you to meet all the requirements.
Why you need to fish here
It is a renowned spate river for salmon and sea trout.
