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 October
- European seabass 96/100
- Pollack 84/100
- Gilthead seabream 83/100
- European flounder 79/100
- Common sole 76/100
- Striped red mullet 76/100
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 seabass Very good · 96
Targeted locally
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Gilthead seabream Very good · 83
In regional literature
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Thornback ray Very good · 80
Recorded here
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European flounder Very good · 79
Recorded here
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Common sole Very good · 76
Mentioned locally
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Atlantic mackerel Very good · 74
Targeted locally
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Thicklip grey mullet Very good · 70
Recorded here
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Tub gurnard Good · 69
Recorded here
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Garfish Good · 66
Targeted locally
- European plaice Good · 61 Recorded here
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Turbot Weak · 38
Recorded here
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Brill Weak · 38
Recorded here
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Greater weever Not recommended this month
Recorded here
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Common cuttlefish
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European squid
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Small-spotted catshark
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Whiting
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Atlantic horse mackerel
- Common dab
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
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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
- A5.23
- Bottom
- Nearby seabed (JNCC): clean sand; shore bottom not measured
Shore types
- Shingle shore
- River / stream mouth
Bottom
- Gravel
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
Moderately coloured · visibility ≈ 2.4 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 moderately coloured
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European seabass Natural first, lures also work
First: Shrimp
Also: Cuttlefish, Squid, Hard minnow, Jighead + soft swimbait
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Pollack Lure first, natural also works
First: Spinner · Colour: White, Fluorescent, Gold
Also: Sand eel, Ragworm, Mackerel, Jighead + shad
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Gilthead seabream Natural bait
First: Shrimp
Also: Crab, Mussel, Sardine, LRF micro soft plastic
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European flounder Natural bait
First: Ragworm
Also: Shrimp, Horse mackerel, LRF micro soft plastic, Scented 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)
- 9.5 JJan
- 8.4 FFeb
- 8.2 MMar
- 9.3 AApr
- 11.2 MMay
- 13.5 JJun
- 15.7 JJul
- 17.3 AAug
- 17.2 SSep
- 15.9 OOct
- 13.6 NNov
- 11.3 DDec
Oxygen (mg/L)
- 8.5
- 8.7
- 8.8
- 9
- 8.6
- 8
- 7.6
- 7.3
- 7.2
- 7.3
- 7.7
- 8.2
Lowest oxygen at the bottom 7.2 mg/L (model bottom 3 m).
Temperature: NOAA OISST 1991–2020 satellite mean (nearest 0.25° cell to the spot). Oxygen: Copernicus 2015–2024 monthly mean.
Other grounds nearby
- Shoreham West Breakwater Adur
- Hove Beach Brighton and Hove, Brighton and Hove
- Worthing Pier Worthing
- Albion Groyne Brighton and Hove, Brighton and Hove
- Brighton Marina (Outer Harbour) Brighton and Hove, Brighton and Hove
- Brighton Cliff face Brighton and Hove, Brighton and Hove
- Saltdean Beach Brighton and Hove, Brighton and Hove
- East Pier Arun
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.
