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🌊 Devon & Severn IFCA Sea Fishing Regulations (2025)

The Devon & Severn IFCA region covers the South West coast from Exmouth through Devon, including the estuaries of the Exe and Severn rivers, stretching to the Cornwall border. This area is well known for species like bass, mackerel, and pollack, with popular spots including Exmouth, Torquay, and the Severn Estuary.

Below are the minimum landing sizes, bag limits, and protected species for this area, based on national standards and regional regulations.

✅ Key Fishing Rules for Devon & Severn IFCA

SpeciesMin SizeBag LimitSeason🎣 Lure Caught?
Bass42cm2/day (outside Feb–Mar)Catch & release Feb–Mar✅
Cod35cmNoneOpen✅
Haddock30cmNoneOpen❌
Hake27cmNoneOpen❌
Herring20cmNoneOpen❌
Horse Mackerel15cmNoneOpen✅
Ling63cmNoneOpen✅
Mackerel20cmNoneOpen✅
Plaice27cmNoneOpen❌
Pollack30cmNoneOpen✅
Saithe35cmNoneOpen✅
Sardine11cmNoneOpen❌
Sole24cmNoneOpen❌
Whiting27cmNoneOpen✅

🐟 Protected Species

  • Tope (must be returned immediately; no parts can be taken)
  • Angel Shark (protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act; must be released immediately)
  • White Skate (protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act; must be released immediately)
  • Allis Shad (protected; must be returned if caught)
  • Twaite Shad (protected; must be returned if caught)
  • Giant Goby (protected; must be returned if caught)
  • Couch’s Goby (protected; must be returned if caught)
  • Bluefin Tuna (strictly protected; no fishing or retention allowed)

📌 Local Restrictions

We are unaware of any restricted areas. Please double check with the official Devon & Severn IFCA website for the latest updates.

🔗 Official Source: Devon & Severn IFCA Website

⚠️ Disclaimer

Regulations are correct to the best of our knowledge. They may change, so always check the official IFCA website before fishing.

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