Tor Bay Harbour

Sea angling excursions regularly leave Torquay, Brixham and Paignton, and many of the boatmen are local fishermen themselves, so you're sure to make a catch. There is a variety of different species lurking below the waters including:

• Mackerel
• Pollock
• Bass
• Mullet
• Bream
• Whiting
• and even Conger Eel

If you haven't got your own kit, there are plenty of shops in the area ready to provide you with all the necessary equipment.

Harbour fishing

Fishing within the any of the harbours is prohibited, however anglers are welcome to fish from the seaward side of both Haldon and Princess Piers of Torquay Harbour, the seaward side of Paignton Harbour and the seaward side of the Breakwater in Brixham.

It is always worth asking where you can and cannot fish from and get some useful tips from the Harbour Offices.

Top 3 Onshore Fishing Sites

• Hope's Nose - A mix of float and bottom fishing, catches include Mackerel, Bass, Dogfish and Pollock.
• Babbacombe Beach - catches are mainly Mackerel, Whiting, Red Mullet and Black Bream.
• Brixham Breakwater - a favoured spot with locals and tourists alike. Conger, Wrasse, Pollock and Bass are common catches.