How to fish with specific lure types
Casting techniques, retrieve styles
Seasonal and weather-based fishing strategies
🎣How to Catch Flounder & Flatfish from Shore in the UK – Identification, Legal Limits & Techniques 🎣 Flounder & Flatfish Basics Flatfish, including flounder, plaice, and dab, are common targets for UK shore anglers. They are known for their unique body shape—flattened with both eyes on one side—and their preference for sandy or muddy … Read more
🎣How to Catch Wrasse & Other Shore Fish in the UK – Identification, Legal Limits & Techniques 🎣 Wrasse & Shore Fish Basics Wrasse are a colourful and hard-fighting species commonly found along the UK’s rocky coastlines. The most frequently caught are Ballan Wrasse and Corkwing Wrasse, both prized by light tackle anglers. Alongside wrasse, … Read more
🎣How to Catch Cod from Shore in the UK – Legal Limits, Techniques & Gear 🎣 Cod Basics & Identification Cod (Gadus morhua) is one of the UK’s most iconic and sought-after sea fish. Known for their stout body, three dorsal fins, and a distinctive chin barbel, cod are a staple target for shore and … Read more
🎣 How to Catch Pollock from Shore in the UK – Legal Limits, Techniques & Gear 🎣 Pollock Basics & Identification Pollock (Pollachius pollachius) is a popular target for UK shore anglers. Known for their aggressive strikes and good fight, they thrive around rocky coastlines, wrecks, and piers. Identification Features: For a broader overview of … Read more
🎣 Best Techniques for Mackerel Fishing in Summer When summer arrives, mackerel shoals appear along the UK coast, offering fast, abundant action. Known for their speed and numbers, they’re a top choice for both sport and supper. This guide explains when and how to catch mackerel, including legal size limits, bag restrictions, and proven fishing … Read more
🎣 How to Catch Bass from Shore in the UK – Laws, Techniques & Lures European sea bass is a prized catch in UK coastal waters. This guide covers when and where to fish, legal size and daily limits, plus effective lure and bait fishing tactics. ⚖️ Legal Size & Catch Limits for Bass 📏 … Read more
🐟 Spinners & Spoons for UK Saltwater Fishing: Best Picks & How to Use Them Spinners and spoons are classic, time-tested lures that have long been favourites among UK sea anglers. Their flash and vibration attract predatory fish such as mackerel, garfish, and bass. This guide explains why they work so well, where and when … Read more
🐟 Topwater Lures for Bass Fishing in the UK: Trigger Explosive Strikes Few experiences in fishing match the sight and sound of a sea bass smashing a surface lure. Topwater fishing is as visual as it is effective — and in the right conditions, it’s unbeatable. This guide explains why topwater lures work, when to … Read more
🐟 Metal Jigs for UK Sea Fishing: Techniques & Top Picks Metal jigs are one of the most versatile lures for UK saltwater fishing. Their weight allows for long-distance casting from the shore and vertical jigging from a boat, making them a go-to choice for species like mackerel, pollock, and cod. In this guide, we’ll … Read more
🐟 Best Plug Lures for Sea Bass in the UK: Top Picks & Fishing Tips Sea bass are one of the UK’s most sought-after saltwater species — and plug lures (also known as hard baits or crank baits) are among the most effective ways to catch them. In this guide, you’ll learn why plug lures … Read more
