From the calm and still waters of South Devon's many lakes and reservoirs to the magical rivers and stimulating sea fishing trips, South Devon offers something for all anglers. Whether your sport is boat fishing, course fishing, lure fishing, game fishing or fly fishing, bring your tackle or just hire some and enjoy the best of Devon fishing.
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Tackle & Bait Suppliers
Rod O’Reely’s Dartmouth (7 min)
01803 833 617 or Mobile 07878 014 491, enquiries@rodoreely.co.uk
Welcome to Rod O'Reely's based in Dartmouth in Devon where you will find a treasure trove of new, antique and vintage fishing tackle including rods, reels, and live bait. We also have many other interesting, unusual and hard to find fishing related piscatoriana and original signed sporting items including:
Devon Angling Centre Kingsbtridge (29 min)
01548 580888 or Free phone 0800 018 0820 4-5 Orchard Meadow, Orchard Way, Chillington, Kingsbridge Devon TQ7 2LB
Discounted Fishing tackle for Coarse, carp, sea, game - bait, rod, reel, end tackle, clothing, accessories
If you prefer to not order online then it's no problem just phone or visit our shop - all the same unbeatable discount prices in our store as direct from our mail & online store.
Brixham Bait and Tackle (32 min)
01803 853390 10 The Quay, Brixham, Devon. TQ5 8AW
Year round suppliers of fresh sea baits i.e. rag worm, lugworm freshly dug, and fresh Devonshire peeler. We also have a full range of Ammo frozen baits, frozen Black lug, Peeler crabs, Spratts, Mackerel, Squid, Sand eel, Cuttlefish, Razor fish, Hermit crab. During the summer months - April to September - we sell live prawn which is brilliant for catching Bass and Wrasse.
For the fresh water fishermen we stock fresh maggots, whites - reds - bronze - pinkies. Live worms reds and Frozen baits include small Trout’s, Smelt, Lamprey, Eel sections, Mackerel, Joey Mackerel for the Piker in mind. Also a large selection of Hook able Pellets, luncheon meat and all Sensas ground baits.
Torbay Angling (33 min)
01803 552496 7 Dartmouth Road, Paignton
Torbay Angling offers a wide range of products across all three disciplines. Sea fishing does, of course, in a seaside town, merit the largest selection but there is also a wide range of quality carp tackle and an expanding range of fly gear to browse through. Based in Paignton, Torbay Angling is all on ground floor level, offering excellent access with a spacious interior through which wheelchair users can manoeuvre quite easily. Disabled parking is available.
S.W Tackle Developments (34 min)
01803 553660 76 Winner St , Paignton , Devon , TQ3 3BH
Rods built to your specification on chosen blank, Replacement Eyes, Rebuilds, Casting Tuition
Sporting Lines Torquay (40 min)
01803 212108 84 Belgrave Road, Torquay, Devon.TQ2 5HZ
Sea and freshwater tackle including Penn, Starlite, Shakespeare, Keenets and D.A.M. to mention a few. They also organise boat trips.
Steves Tackle Box (43 min)
01803 299946 1a Berachah Road, Ellacombe, Torquay, Devon. TQ1 3AX
Visit Steves Tackle Box for a full range of bait and tackle.
Tackle Trader Newton Abbot (46 min)
01626 331613 2 Wharf House - Wharf Road, Newton Abbot - TQ12 2DA (0ff The Avenue - Behind ATS Tyres)
The Tackle Trader shop can be used to deposit your reels for service or repair. We will then contact you with a quote for any repair, and advise you when the reel has been returned to the shop for collection.
Fishing Buddy Newton Abbot (50 min)
01626 836138 Industrial Estate, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 6TR
We specialise in supplying quality fishing tackle at affordable prices. Orders over £20.00 are sent Standard Delivery FREE OF CHARGE with the exception of orders containing rods, reels and multiple weights packages. All rods are shipped in protective tubes to help prevent damage, reels and orders containing weights are sent via parcel post.
Exeter Angling Centre (72 min)
01392 436404 / 435591 Smythen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1BN.
Exeter Angling Centre is one of the largest Fishing Tackle shops in the Southwest of England, with the best selection of Coarse, Game, Carp, Pike and Sea Fishing Equipment in the Southwest. Exeter Angling Centre has been established for over 25 years and has become one of the leading Tackle Suppliers in the country.
Fishing Boat Charter
Samuael Irvin Dartmouth (7 min)
Ray Hill, 01803 834229, 0836 640813
Modern, fast, purpose built charter boat. Fish the Skerries, Channel wrecks and reefs. Individuals and parties welcome.
Gemini 3 Dartmouth (7 min)
Dave Harrison, 01803 851766, 0850 154763
New 38ft Bullet. One of the best equipped wrecking launches. 20 years experience fishing for Conger, Ling, Cod, and Pollack etc. Best Conger 1998 105lb
Two Rivers Dartmouth (7 min)
Steve Parker, 01803 329414
Fast lochin 33', Licensed and insured for 10, COP 60 miles. Wreck, Skerries and Bass fishing
Saltwind of Dart Dartmouth (7 min)
Lloyd Saunders, 01803 554341, 0831 315477
40ft, 400Hp Aquastar, 60 mile COP. Channel wrecks, Skerries or Bass fishing. Guernsey trips.
African Queen Dartmouth (7 min)
Alan & Hilary Hemsley 07885 246061
50 ft vessel sleeps 8 - 10. Licensed for 12. Available for daily, weekend or week charters. Wreck, Skerries and Bass fishing.
Sea Spray III Brixham (32 min)
Chris Willcott 01803 851328
Fast, spacious Lochin, C.O.P. 60 miles. Licensed and insured for 12. Mid Channel wrecking and other fishing available. Bait supplied. Channel Isle trips arranged.
Jasmin Brixham (32 min)
Chris Martin 01803 857324 07909 748594
Lochin 40 Workboat powered by Caterpillar 530hp diesel. MCA 60 Mile Licence. All Year 24 Hours. 12 passengers plus crew.
Our Joe'l Paignton (35 min)
Simon Pedley 01803 551504
Licensed for 10, 60 mile COP. Fish for Conger, Cod, Bass, Pollack etc.
8 or 12 hour trips bait arranged, rod and reel hire available.
Tuonela Paignton (35 min)
Peter , 01803 666350
Licensed and insured for 12, COP 20 mile. Fish for Conger, Cod, Pollack etc. Rod hire available. Individuals and beginners welcome.
Boy Richard Paignton (35 min)
Ashley Lane, 01803 521986, 07767 622727
Licensed boat specialising in short trips for Mackerel. Fun for all the family.
Charlotte Louise Paignton (35 min)
Ashley Lane 01803-521986 07767-622727
She is a Husty 33 purpose built in 1989 by Paul Armstrong in the Isle of Sheppey. Licensed for 12 people, COP 60 Miles, Available for full charters, Rods & Tackle available, Tea and coffee supplied.
Dalora Torquay (45 min)
Kevin Tate, 01626 776606 , 07881 870750
Fast 370 HP, Offshore 32'. Licensed for 10. Fish the Channel wrecks, Skerries Bank or for Bass. 60 mile COP.
Jubrae Torquay (45 min)
Geoff Taylor 01803 213866
Guimond 45', constructed in Canada. Licensed and insured for 12 and comply with 60 mile COP requirements. Available for wrecking, Skerries and Channel trips.
Anglo Dawn II Salcombe (45 min)
Ted Cooke, 01548 531702, 0860 748633
Lochin 33, licensed for 10. 60 mile COP. Wreck, reef and mark fishing for Cod, Pollack, Ling and Conger. Rod hire and bait available.
Phoenix Charters Ltd Salcombe (45 min)
01548 842840, 07855 315770
A variety of sea angling is provided by Phoenix Charters out of Salcombe. This fast, comfortable boat accommodates both large and small fishing parties for most types of fishing. The skipper, a member of the Salcombe RNLI, is experienced and knowledgeable of local waters and of fishing grounds and wrecks.
Venture Plymouth (67 min)
Pete 0378 494274
Offshore 105, 60 miles COP. Wreck and reef fishing for Cod, Pollack, Ling, Bass, Conger. Flexible trips, 6-12 hours. B&B arranged. Individuals, parties and late notice bookings
Vagabond of Plymouth Plymouth (67 min)
Rob Street 01752 768892 07970 879994
Offshore 105, fully licensed and insured, 60 mile COP. Book now for Winter Pollock trips next Feb & Mar. Hot drinks all day.
Tiburon Plymouth (67 min)
Graham Hannaford 01752 500531 0860 364022
Mid Channel wreck and Shark fishing. Fully equipped for 10 or 12 hour trips. Individuals welcome.
Katrina Thomsen Plymouth (67 min)
Chris 01548 821537
62ft converted trawler. Fishing holidays to Scillys May - Sept. Day trips, to reefs and wrecks.
(67 min)
Cheetah Plymouth (67 min)
Geordie Dickson 01752 201572
Twin Lochin 32. COP 60 miles. Wreck, reef, shark and conger fishing. Guernsey and 'Western Approach' trips
Blue Thunder Exmouth, Devon
Mike Deem, 01392 875001 bluethundercharters@hotmail.com
New, fast Lochin 33. 60 mile COP, Enjoy top class sport. Wreck and bass fishing. Trips to the Channel Islands a speciality. Just 15 mins off junction 30, M5 - easy parking.
Boat Hire
Bayards Boat Hire Dartmouth (7 min)
01803 835034 or mobile 0385 976433, South Embankment, Dartmouth, TQ6
You may hire wooden motorized boats, all built locally I believe, and available for hours, days or whatever. As well as puttering about on the river, you can take them fishing or explore all the way up river to Totnes. Boats come equipped with fuel and everything as part of the price.
Tuckers Boat Hire (& Phoenix Fishing) Salcombe (45 min)
01548 842840 2 Victoria Quay, Salcombe, TQ8 8DA
A family business offering motor boat hire for estuary trips, also dinghy sailing, and mackerel & deep sea fishing. (Phoenix fishing trips)...
Stonefisher Charters Plymouth (67 min)
Rob Matson 07723 053134
Stonefisher Charters, based at the Queen Anne’s Battery Marina in Plymouth, Devon. If you are looking for self-drive hire of quality fishing boats for the best fishing grounds in the UK, then you’ve found the right site!
Whitestrand Boat Hire Salcombe (45 min
01548 843818 Whitestrand Car Park, Whitestrand Quay, Salcombe, TQ8 8ET
Situated on Whitestrand Quay in Salcombe, one of the UK's premier sailing and water sports locations, Whitestrand Boat Hire is ideally positioned to offer everything you need to have fun afloat! Whitestrand Boat Hire is a combination of three independent businesses, each offering their own specialised water based facilities - all of which can be booked either by phone or by visiting the convenient Booking Office, right on the Quay.
Fishing in the South Hams
Mike Concannon Fishing Dartmouth
News and Information from Mike Concannon’s web site, a local well respected sea Angler and Staff Correspondent, Sea Angling News.
Sea Angling News
The UK's FREE Sea Fishing Monthly
Torbay Fishing.com
Welcome to Torbay Fishing.com web site for Torbay, Devon, South West UK. This site contains lots of information about sea fishing in Torquay, Paignton, Brixham (Torbay) in Devon. If you are new to fishing your first port of call should be the “Beginners guide”. If you have any reports please get in touch!
Inshore and Wreck fishing in The South Hams
The most local points to us are either Salcombe or Dartmouth, unless you have a boat small enough to be pushed across the shingle at Start Bay. We can put you in touch with various trips with experienced charter skippers, fully insured licensed charter boats from Dartmouth and Salcombe
Starcross Fishing & Cruising Club
A warm welcome to all fishermen, and women out there. SFCC fishing section caters for members, chiefly in boats, wishing to fish our local waters of Lyme Bay and South Devon areas. We look to provide a safe, supportive environment for our members to enjoy their chosen pastime, in the company of friends with a similar interest. All individuals are encouraged to improve their skills, both in respect of fishing, as well as perhaps more importantly, seamanship too.
Beachcasting Tuition
If you would like to learn how to cast safely and long with your beachcaster rod, phone Phil Hyde at Paignton on 01803 553660, or you can Email philthefish@eurobell.co.uk Phil is a qualified professional instructor, who will quickly improve your technique and give you those extra yards, which should help you to catch those elusive big fish.
Beach Fishing in the South Hams
The soft golden sands or shingle are home to many different species of sea-life f and this is then reflected in the vast array of species landed, such as Ray, Bass, Ballan Wrasse, Cuckoo Wrasse, Pollack, LSD, Plaice, Bream, Gernard and Bull Huss. Parking is available at most beaches, although this is often very busy in the summer. Baits: for dabs and plaice, good quality rag is ideal. For the larger species, sand eel and prawn are excellent attractors.
Rock Fishing in The south Hams
Extreme rock fishing can be dangerous. To fish you must be aware of the dangers of climbing and walking the coastal rocks and the extreme currents and wave conditions which can change in a matter of seconds. Never the less you can often reap the largest and numbers of fish expected from a boating expedition. Bull Huss, Bass, Pollack are the most hunted fish.
Estuary fish in The south Hams
Most Estuaries are fished with little effort and lots of relaxation from a small boat. However, many estuaries can also be fished from the bank with equally rewarding results. Most Estuaries in the South Hams are fed with a large volume of fresh water from Dartmoor. During the winter months the upper areas produce good flounders while the lower areas where the salt water has the upper hand will produce Cole, Whiting, Pollack and Codling. In the summer month’s good-sized Ray are often landed along with Mackerel, Pollack, Plaice and Bass. Bait: good quality rag worm, squid, peeler crab and lugworm.
Open Boat &Beach Competitions
Dartmouth Plaice Festival which will be fished from boat and shore and held over the weekend after Easter, Sat 22nd and Sun 23rd April 2006.
39th Torbay Sea Angling Festival also from boat and shore, will be held from the evening of Friday 1st until Sun 10th September 2006. It attracts approx 3,500 angler days during the 9 days of the event. Fishing limits are between Salcombe and Exmouth. Trophy’s and valuable tackle prizes. Total value of tackle prizes exceeds £13,000.
Salcombe Small Boat Fishing Festival sponsored by Wyvern Division of the NFSA will be held during the first weekend in September 2nd & 3rd.
Dartmouth Fishing Festival is always held over the first full weekend in October. It has been taking place every year since the early 1960s. It has categories from boat and shore. It is held on the 1st Saturday, Sunday and Monday, which should be the 7th, 8th and 9th October 2006.
Freshwater Fishing
Freshwater fishing is available whether for a peaceful day on the banks of a River, a fishery or a day on a reservoir. Licenses can be obtained locally for fishing on the River Avon or Dart.
Newhouse Fishery Totnes (21 min)
01548 821426 Moreleigh, Totnes, TQ9 7JS,.
1, 2 and 3 acre streamfed lakes, set in an area of outstanding beauty, sheltered with sloping trees to one side. Clear water. Home-reared Rainbow, Brown and Triploid stocked. EA licence not needed.
Fishing on Slapton Ley (23 min)
01548 580685. There is an answer machine out of office hours.
Fishing is available throughout the year and there is not restriction on bait. The Ley is not stocked and
All Fish must be returned. If fish are handled properly there is minimal impact to the Ley as a National Nature Reserve. Only persons who hire boats are allowed to fish –
Bank fishing is strictly forbidden. Outboard motors are also not allowed (except by the management), apart from electric outboards, which may be used so long as we are informed beforehand. Oars have to be collected from the Field Centre in Slapton Village, from where the fishery is run. Anchors and life-jackets (available on request at no extra charge) also have to be collected here, and a key for the allocated boat.
Old Mill
01803 833509 Dartmouth, Devon
This secluded, peaceful reservoir provides- no better place for a memorable day's fishing. Mirror and common carp well over 20lb, roach to 2lb. All swims produce good carp fishing. Dam Wall, Stumpy area, surface fishing good in summer. Late season better fishing Dam Wall area to centre 20ft plus. Roach any area all year round.
Coombe Water Fisheries (25 Min)
01548 853028 Coome Lane,. Kingsbridge TQ7 4AB Devon
3 lakes set in beautiful surroundings stocked with carp (mirrors, crucian and commons) Tench, Roach, Bream. Open all year. Day tickets available. Biggest carp caught 24 lbs 12 oz.
Newbarn Farm Cottages & Angling Centre (31 min)
01803 553602 Totnes Rd, Paignton, Devon
6 Coarse fishing lakes/ponds, sheltered valley between Totnes & Paignton. Established 25 years ago. Toilet, tuck shop, tackle shop (basics & bait), parking. 4 Star self-catering cottages & apartments special rates for fishing, swim reservation and night fishing for holiday guests. Carp to 27lb 8oz, tench to 6lb 4oz, Ghost carp to 17lb, roach to 2lb 12oz, rudd to 2lb 8oz, perch to 4lb 4oz, eels to 7lb 8oz + a few surprises!
Hatchlands Trout Farm South Brent (32 min)
01364 73500 Rattery, South Brent, TQ10 9LL,
4 lakes, fly fishing and coarse fishing. Childrens pond. Toilets, shop, refreshments.
Rainbow, Brown, Golden, Brook and Triploid stocked daily with fish averaging over 3lbs. Fishery record: 10lb 8oz Rainbow. Open all year.
Dart Angling Association (33 min)
Contact: David Pakes - 01364 73156 The Dart Angling Association fish on 9 miles of the river Dart, upstream from Totnes but only 4 miles are available to visitors. Licences are required to fish for brown trout £10.00, brown trout and sea trout £15.00, brown trout, sea trout and salmon £20.00. These are available from the Sea Trout Inn 01803 762274 and cannot be reserved in advance so it is best to get out there as early as possible on the required day as only two licences issued per day. Fly fishing is available to non-members by day ticket which can be purchased from the Sea Trout Inn at Staverton, Nr. Totnes, ‘phone 01803 762274
Somerswood Lake (39 min)
01364 72154. South Brent, Devon
A 2 acre springfed lake set in rural settings in the Avon valley. Wooden lodge.
Brown, average stock size 1.5 – 2lbs.
Little Allers Coarse Fishery South Brent (41 min)
01364 72563 Little Allers Farm, Avonwick, South Brent, TQ10 9HA
2 Acre Lake with Carp, Bream, Tench, Roach, Rudd
Venford Reservoir (49 min)
01822 855700 Nr Ashburton
This pretty reservoir lies on the southern edge of Dartmoor making a good starting point for walks on to the open moorland. Free to holders of valid E.A. rod licence & can be fished by spinning, bubble float & bait.
Avon Dam Reservoir (50Min)
01822 855700 near South Brent, Devon
This reservoir sits in open moorland where there is a one and a half-mile walk along the river from the car park to the dam. Trout anglers may fish here for natural trout, free of charge, provided that they have an Environment Agency Rod Licence.
Rackerhayes (50 min)
Newton Abbot, Devon.
Rackerhayes is just outside Newton Abbot on Kingsteignton Road, directly behind the Tesco Superstore. Six scenic lakes ranging from one to nine acres. Carp to 36lb, Tench to 10lb, Bream to 4lb, Pike to 22lb, Roach to 3lb. Boilies work well for carp on usual carp tactics. Maggots caster and worm for Tench and Roach. The complex is padlocked and an Association key is required to access the car park and all of the waters. Once in the car park there is a large map showing each of the waters and the swim numbers for this complex. Tickets from: Tackle Trader 01626 331613, Exeter Angling 01392 436404, Torbay Angling 01803 552496
Abbrook Pond (54 min)
Abbrook, Kingsteighton, Newton Abbot
Covering just over 1½ acres in size, this pretty lily fringed pond is well maintained. There are rustic bridges providing access to all areas, with depths ranging from around 2’ in the back water to 10’ in the front. All species are stocked such as roach, bream, perch, pike and crucian’s etc.
Devon Fly Fishing (67 min)
07883 086094 Littleweek Close, Dawlish, Devon EX7 ORA
Qualified fly-fishing casting tuition, lessons, instruction and guiding in Devon. Chalk stream’s, rivers, lakes and reservoirs for trout, grayling and salmon, on the rivers Exe, Teign, Taw and Wiltshire Avon plus more. Tuition and guiding available for part or full day, on weekdays, evenings or weekends. All fly fishing tackle and equipment is provided free of charge for the duration of the tuition. Fishing, Activities, Exeter, South Devon & Dartmoor, West Country
Drakeland Fishery, (69 min)
01752 344691 Higher Drakelands, Hemerdon, Plymouth, Devon PL7 5BS
Two natural reservoirs 1.75 acres in total, set in a valley with natural established banks and settings. Shelter and toilets. This water is suitable for disabled anglers. Rainbow and Brown stocked weekly with fish averaging 2-3lb. Fishery records 15lb Rainbow, 12lb 8oz Brown.
Luccombes Ponds Coarse Fishery (69 min)
01392 832858 Towsington Lane Exminster, Devon, EX6 8AY
5 spring fed ponds set in the peaceful Devon Countryside, established 18 years. The ponds can be reserved for matches & club party bookings are welcome.
Exeter Ship Canal (72 min)
The canal is approximately 6 miles long, running from the centre of Exeter (the Basin), continuing downstream & adjacent to the Exe estuary at Turf. Whilst stocked with all species, fish location however, can at times be difficult. Popular fishing areas are: The Basin, Clapperbrook, Double Locks, Countess Wear, Lime Kilns & Swans Nest. Local knowledge is best sought prior to a fishing trip; it is therefore; advisable for anglers to enquire in the local tackle shop i.e. Exeter Angling Centre 01392 436404 as to the best areas to fish at a given time.
Burrator Reservoir (74 min)
01822 855700 Nr Yelverton
Surrounded by forest and moorland a network of paths and bridleways can be explored around Burrator
Low cost bank fishing for both rainbow and brown trout is possibler with permits sold at the garage in Yelverton
Creedy Lakes (89 min)
01363) 772684 Long Barn Crediton EX17 4AB
Set in peaceful, picturesque surroundings, these two 18th century spring-fed waters offer some of the hardest fighting carp in Devon. Abundantly stocked with immaculate commons (to over 31lbs), mirror and koi carp, together with green and golden tench, make it one of the best big fish day ticket water venues in the Southwest. Many anglers confidently travel quite some distance regularly to visit us.
Newcourt Ponds (95 min)
01884 277326 Newcourt Barton, Langford, Cullompton, Devon TQ4 7PT
4 well stocked ponds totalling an acre and half of water.
Carp, Golden Rudd, Tench, Golden Orfe, Bream.
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Canal Fishing (99 min)
01884 254072 The Moorings, Canal Hill Tiverton Devon EX16 4HX
The Grand Western Canal offers a variety of coarse fishing within some of Devon’s most attractive countryside. Beginning at The Basin in Tiverton, there is a large head of Slab Bream as well as some double figure Carp and good Tench.
Devon and Moor - Flyfishing (100 min)
01363 877564 Seetington Cottage, Oldborough, Morchard Bishop, Nr Crediton, Devon EX17 6SQ
Guided fly fishing and instruction on the rivers and reservoirs of Dartmoor or further a field with Ex England International Gary Pearson. Fish for wild Brown trout or Sea trout amongst some of the most stunning scenery the West Country has to offer. Guided fly fishing on the rivers Taw, Teign, and Dart or East Devon's river Otter, the nearest thing Devon has to a chalk stream. Over 2 miles of private fishing on the River Taw and 1/2 a mile on the River Otter.
Poole Crest (102 min)
01566 772918. St Giles on the Heath, Launceston, Devon
450 yards of single bank fishing on the River Tamar. Completely natural river fishing in swims ranging from fast flowing to quiet. In beautiful Tamar Valley. Brown Trout, Salmon, Dace.
Hollies Trout Farm (108 min)
01404 841428. Hollies Trout Farm, Slade Lane, Sheldon, Nr. Honiton, Devon EX14 4QS
A 1.5 acre spring fed natural pond set in an untouched wooded valley. Log cabin with fireplace, cooking facilities and shower room. Rainbow, Brown, Brook and Triploid stocked daily with fish averaging 2lbs. Fishery records: 18lb 12oz Rainbow, 4lb 8oz Brown.
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