Baltimore is the sea angling
centre on the very southern tip of Ireland, the nearest place in Europe
to the Gulf Stream, which gives rise to a mild climate and some unique
sea angling. The sheltered natural harbour opens directly into deep
water and there is good angling within a few minutes of passing the
Beacon at the harbour's mouth (itself a useful shore angling mark).
Offshore, two world wars have left the sea bed dotted with wrecks. Inshore,
the shelter of numerous islands means you are less likely to lose valuable
fishing time because of bad weather.
Though only
a village, Baltimore has pubs and restaurants to suit every taste. Several
of them are clustered round the village square which overlooks the harbour.
Relax here with a drink after the day's fishing and enjoy the view across
sea and islands towards Mizen Head, the 'Land's End' of Ireland.
For any non-fishing
members of the party there is golf, sailing, diving, canoeing, horse riding,
whale and bird watching, ferry trips (to the enchanting islands of Sherkin,
Cape Clear and Heir), uncrowded beaches and miles of unspoilt coastline.
The friendly atmosphere and relaxed pace of life makes Baltimore the perfect
antidote to the pressures of modern life. The only problem is you may
not want to leave!
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