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10

Spots

6

Species

3

Countries

ENGLANDWALESSCOTLANDNSWE100 miles

Spot Type

Beach
Pier
Rock
Estuary
Harbour

10 spots shown

10 Spots

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Current Conditions

UK Coastal Overview

Portland Bill

Dorset, England

4.9
RockExpert
WrasseBassConger+2

Chesil Beach

Dorset, England

4.8
BeachIntermediate
CodBassPlaice+2

Whitby Harbour

North Yorkshire, England

4.7
HarbourBeginner
CodCoalfishWhiting+2

Cardigan Bay

Ceredigion, Wales

4.6
BeachBeginner
BassMulletFlounder+2

Kyle of Lochalsh

Highland, Scotland

4.6
HarbourBeginner
PollockCoalfishMackerel+2

Loch Ryan

Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland

4.5
EstuaryIntermediate
TopeSpurdogThornback Ray+2

Holy Island (Lindisfarne)

Northumberland, England

4.4
BeachIntermediate
CodFlatfishBass+2

Swanage Pier

Dorset, England

4.3
PierBeginner
MackerelGarfishBass+2

Brighton Palace Pier

East Sussex, England

4.2
PierBeginner
MackerelBassFlounder+2

Aberystwyth Harbour

Ceredigion, Wales

4.1
HarbourBeginner
BassMulletFlounder+2

Top Rated Spots

Portland Bill

Portland Bill

Dorset, England
Rock
4.9(178)
Free
Expert
Spring, Summer, Autumn

Portland Bill is one of the most dramatic rock fishing venues in England. The rocky ledges at the tip of the Isle of Portland offer access to deep, fast-flowing water and a superb variety of species.

Target Species
WrasseBassCongerPollockGarfish

Local Tips

Extreme care required — the rocks can be very slippery and the tidal race is dangerous. Always fish with a partner. Wrasse respond well to crab baits fished tight to the kelp.

Facilities
Car ParkLighthouse CaféToilets
Chesil Beach

Chesil Beach

Dorset, England
Beach
4.8(342)
Free
Intermediate
Autumn, Winter

One of England's most famous beach fishing venues, Chesil Beach is an 18-mile shingle bank offering superb sport throughout the year. The steep shelving beach allows long-distance casting into deep water.

Target Species
CodBassPlaiceDogfishWhiting

Local Tips

Fish after dark for best results. Use peeler crab or black lug for cod in winter. The eastern end near Portland is particularly productive.

Facilities
Car ParkToiletsCafé nearby
Whitby Harbour

Whitby Harbour

North Yorkshire, England
Harbour
4.7(289)
Free
Beginner
Autumn, Winter, Spring

Whitby is a legendary sea fishing destination with a rich maritime heritage. The harbour walls and piers offer excellent sport, particularly for cod during the winter months when large fish move inshore.

Target Species
CodCoalfishWhitingFlounderDab

Local Tips

The west pier is best for cod in winter. Use large lug or squid baits. Night fishing from the harbour walls can produce excellent sport.

Facilities
Car ParkToiletsMultiple CafésTackle ShopsCharter Boats
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