🌊 Isles of Scilly IFCA Sea Fishing Sea Fishing Conditions and Regulations
The Isles of Scilly IFCA region covers the remote archipelago off the southwestern tip of Cornwall. Known for its clear waters and rich marine life, anglers can expect species like bass, pollack, and wrasse around the rocky reefs and kelp beds.
Below are the minimum landing sizes, bag limits, and protected species for this unique area, based on national standards and local management.
🌤 Live Weather & Tide Times – Default
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Conditions now: Few clouds
Temperature: 16.09°C
Wind: 4.63 m/s
Upcoming Tides for Default :
For optimal results, it’s typical to fish from 1 to 2 hours before high tide and continue until the tide begins to ebb.
Other useful information
🌊 Current tide: Neap Tide – weaker currents
🌙 Moon Phase: 🌑 New Moon
🎣 Fishing Conditions: 😐 Fair (3/10)
✅ Key Fishing Rules for Isles of Scilly IFCA
| Species | Min Size | Bag Limit | Season | 🎣 Lure Caught? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bass | 42cm | 2/day (outside Feb–Mar) | Catch & release Feb–Mar | ✅ |
| Pollack | 30cm | None | Open | ✅ |
| Mackerel | 20cm | None | Open | ✅ |
🐟 Protected Species
- Tope (must be returned immediately; no parts kept)
- Angel Shark (protected under Wildlife and Countryside Act; release immediately)
- White Skate (protected; release immediately)
- Allis Shad (protected; return if caught)
- Twaite Shad (protected; return if caught)
- Giant Goby (protected; return if caught)
- Couch’s Goby (protected; return if caught)
- Bluefin Tuna (strictly protected; catch & release only under licensed programs)
- Wrasse species (all protected; no retention allowed)
📌 Local Restrictions
The Isles of Scilly has several Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) and Special Protection Areas (SPAs) where certain fishing activities are restricted to protect nursery and breeding habitats.
We are unaware of any other specific restricted areas. Please double check with the official Isles of Scilly IFCA website for the latest updates.
🔗 Official Source: Isles of Scilly 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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