Can you fish the River Taw?
Countless anglers have passed through its doors having experienced some world class fishing on The River Taw. With a healthy head of wild brown trout and runs of both sea trout and salmon, there are many and varied opportunities for visiting angler to enjoy.
What fish can you catch in the River Taw?
While the Taw’s salmon and sea trout fishing gives the river its reputation, there is also good brown trout fishing, especially on the upper reaches of the system. Like any major salmon and sea trout river in the United Kingdom catches do not compare to the halcyon days of the 1920s and 30s.
Where can I fish in Barnstaple?
The few miles North of Barnstaple is Bratton Water situated in a steep wooded valley it is well sheltered from most winds and boasts crystal clear water and some stunning brown trout that can often be tempted on dry flies or small nymph patterns.
Where can I fish in North Devon?
For experienced anglers, the Atlantic-facing points of North Devon’s craggy coastline offer excellent rock fishing – particularly Baggy Point, Morte Point and Capstone Point at Ilfracombe. From these spots you can expect to land dogfish, cod, grey mullet, bass, rays, congers and triggerfish.
What fish can you catch in Ilfracombe?
Join us on a 2 hour reef trip as we head out from Ilfracombe to fish for species such as pollock, codling, wrasse, gurnard, mackerel and bass on the many reefs and wrecks along the North Devon coast. Rods and tackle are provided or for those experienced anglers among you feel free to bring you own rods and lures.
Can you fish from Ilfracombe Harbour?
The Pier. There is a vast array of species caught from the pier each year with target species varying throughout the seasons. Standard beach casting tackle can be used to catch dogfish, conger, ray, bass, flatfish, Pollock, pouting, whiting and codling. Float-fishing tactics will bring mackerel, garfish and Pollock.
Where can I fish Combe Martin?
Combe Martin’s harbour is a sheltered venue that provides a wide range of fishing opportunities. Low tide reveals a sandy beach flanked by rocks, while a rocky breakwater divides the high and low water lines and gives a platform to cast a line for a short portion of the tide.