Open the ground on the map together with the wind, wave and water temperature layers.
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19 Catalogue species
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5 Suitable techniques
- Not checked on site
A ground profile built from catalogue and map data.
Not checked on site
Species in the catalogue
19Top species here in November
- European seabass 96/100
- Atlantic cod 91/100
- European squid 87/100
- Pouting 84/100
- European conger 83/100
- Pollack 81/100
A 0–100 score from season, water temperature, habitat and local records; a general trend, not a guarantee.
Sorted by the November score
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European seabass Very good · 96
Targeted locally
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European squid Very good · 87
Recorded here
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Gilthead seabream Very good · 76
In regional literature
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Thornback ray Very good · 75
Mentioned locally
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Atlantic horse mackerel Very good · 75
Recorded here
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Common dab Very good · 73
Recorded here
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Common sole Good · 68
Targeted locally
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Atlantic mackerel Good · 66
Mentioned locally
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Common cuttlefish Good · 65
In regional literature
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Thicklip grey mullet Good · 60
Recorded here
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Tub gurnard Not recommended this month
Recorded here
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Garfish
Recorded here
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Greater weever
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Turbot
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European flounder
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Small-spotted catshark
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Whiting
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Brill
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European plaice
Local evidence: OBIS/GBIF observation records (at this spot or nearby), regional literature and local angling sources.
The species list is not a guarantee of a catch.
Catalogue months
12 / 12 monthsThe source lists every month. Results depend on the species, the weather and the sea.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
Techniques for this shoreline
· 5
Matched to the shoreline type. Which technique works on a given day is decided by the target species, the season and the state of the sea.
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Tackle recipes
Bombarda/Bubble Float · Surface trolling
Casting a light bait or lure far with a clear/bubble float
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Tackle recipes
Bottom Fishing · Classic bottom rig
Holding a weighted natural-bait rig on the bottom
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Tackle recipes
Spin · Spinning
Cast-and-retrieve fishing with plugs, spoons and soft plastics
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Tackle recipes
Surf Casting · Long-range bottom fishing
Long-range bottom fishing with natural bait on sandy/mixed shores
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Tackle recipes
Saltwater Fly · Shore fly fishing
Surface and shallow-water fishing with artificial flies/streamers
Getting to the ground
Facilities nearby according to map records
| Facility | Map record | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency services 999 / 112 | 999 / 112 | — |
Distances follow the map record; routes and opening status can change.
Source details
The access evidence is derived from map data; actual right of way and private property were not verified on site.
Take care on site
Tide, rip currents and conflicts with swimmers
Suggested precaution Check tides, the marine forecast, local signs and IFCA byelaws
Physical profile
- Habitat
- A3.31
- Bottom
- Nearby seabed (JNCC): rock; shore bottom not measured
Shore types
- Breakwater / jetty
- Cliff / steep shore
Bottom
- Sand
- Rock
- Seaweed
Depth and slope values are derived from the EMODnet raster model; they are not sonar or field measurements.
Water clarity
Month-by-month turbidity of the coastal water, from satellite measurements.
Usually in November
Murky · visibility ≈ 1 m
Month by month
- JJan
- FFeb
- MMar
- AApr
- MMay
- JJun
- JJul
- AAug
- SSep
- OOct
- NNov
- DDec
Satellite measurement; missing months from neighbouring months. The satellite sees about 200 m offshore; the surf zone within casting distance is usually murkier. Today’s estimate is adjusted for weather and sea when the spot forecast is opened; it is not certain.
Source: Copernicus Marine coastal ocean colour (2023–2026) and Open-Meteo.
Which bait here this month
In November the water here is usually murky
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European seabass Natural first, lures also work
First: Shrimp
Also: Cuttlefish, Squid, Sinking minnow, Hard minnow
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Atlantic cod Natural bait
First: Razor shell
Also: Lugworm, Squid, Mussel, Metal jig
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European squid Lure first, natural also works
First: Squid jig · Colour: Glow (UV), Red
Also: Horse mackerel
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Pouting Natural bait
First: Mackerel
Also: Ragworm, Lugworm, Scented soft plastic, Jighead + shad
Species the research highlights at this spot this month; the water may differ on the day.
Water climate
Surface water temperature and dissolved oxygen, month by month.
Surface water (°C)
- 9 JJan
- 8.1 FFeb
- 8 MMar
- 9.3 AApr
- 11.4 MMay
- 14 JJun
- 16.3 JJul
- 17.7 AAug
- 17.3 SSep
- 15.6 OOct
- 13.1 NNov
- 10.6 DDec
Oxygen (mg/L)
- 8.5
- 8.7
- 8.9
- 9
- 8.6
- 8.1
- 7.7
- 7.3
- 7.2
- 7.3
- 7.6
- 8.1
Lowest oxygen at the bottom 7.2 mg/L (model bottom 15 m).
Temperature: NOAA OISST 1991–2020 satellite mean (nearest 0.25° cell to the spot). Oxygen: Copernicus 2015–2024 monthly mean.
Other grounds nearby
- Hordle Cliff New Forest
- Hengistbury Head Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Hurst Castle Ferry New Forest
- Boscombe Pier West Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Bournemouth Pier Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Cowes Isle of Wight, Isle of Wight
- The Shrape Breakwater Isle of Wight, Isle of Wight
- Brownwich Beach Fareham
Data quality
- Data set
- English Channel
- Field check
- No
Map data does not confirm a right of way. Not to be used for navigation. Before you fish, check local rules, permits and the signage on site.
