Open the ground on the map together with the wind, wave and water temperature layers.
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15 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
15Top species here in October
- European flounder 95/100
- European seabass 84/100
- European plaice 80/100
- Common dab 79/100
- Atlantic mackerel 74/100
- Atlantic cod 74/100
A 0–100 score from season, water temperature, habitat and local records; a general trend, not a guarantee.
Sorted by the October score
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European flounder Very good · 95
Targeted locally
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European seabass Very good · 84
Targeted locally
- European plaice Very good · 80 Mentioned locally
- Common dab Very good · 79 In regional literature
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Atlantic cod Very good · 74
In regional literature
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Atlantic mackerel Very good · 74
Targeted locally
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Common sole Very good · 72
In regional literature
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Garfish Good · 62
Recorded here
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Saithe Good · 61
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Atlantic herring Good · 57
Recorded here
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Pollack Good · 56
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Turbot Not recommended this month
Recorded here
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European sprat
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Whiting
- Haddock
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 112 emergency call; no on-site emergency point | 112 emergency call; no on-site emergency point | — |
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, coastal erosion, waves and shipping
Suggested precaution Check tide/weather and use suitable safety gear
Fishing permission Check the state fishing licence, shore access, harbour and land ownership
Physical profile
- Habitat
- Coarse substrate
- Bottom
- Gravelly/coarse-grained seabed
Shore types
- Cove / inner bay
- Tidal flat / marsh
Bottom
- Sand
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 October
Very murky · visibility ≈ 0.5 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 October the water here is usually very murky
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European flounder Natural bait
First: Horse mackerel
Also: Shrimp, Ragworm, LRF micro soft plastic, Scented soft plastic
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European seabass Natural bait
First: Sardine
Also: Shrimp, Cuttlefish, Squid, Hard minnow
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European plaice Natural bait
First: Mussel
Also: Ragworm, Lugworm, Peeler crab, Scented soft plastic
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Common dab Natural bait
First: Mackerel
Also: Lugworm, Ragworm, LRF micro soft plastic
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)
- 3.4 JJan
- 3 FFeb
- 4.5 MMar
- 7.9 AApr
- 12.5 MMay
- 16.2 JJun
- 18.4 JJul
- 19.2 AAug
- 16.3 SSep
- 12.5 OOct
- 8.6 NNov
- 5.1 DDec
Oxygen (mg/L)
- 11
- 11.4
- 11.2
- 10.7
- 9.2
- 8.3
- 7.8
- 7.5
- 7.7
- 8.3
- 9.2
- 10.3
Lowest oxygen at the bottom 7.5 mg/L (model bottom 0 m).
Temperature: NOAA OISST 1991–2020 satellite mean (nearest 0.25° cell to the spot). Oxygen: Copernicus 2015–2024 monthly mean.
Other grounds nearby
Data quality
- Data set
- North Sea
- 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.
