Bass Fishing in The UK

Bass Fishing in England & Wales

They’re strong, feisty, handsome and just a little bit enigmatic – for all these reasons (and plenty more besides) the bass is almost certainly the most sought-after sport fish in the near-shore waters of the UK. And with the massive surge in popularity of light-tackle lure fishing and saltwater fly-fishing in recent years, bass fever looks like it’s here to stay.

In the warmer months in particular, bass move into the UK’s shallower waters, hunting for food such as crabs and sandeels in shallow rocky waters, estuarine systems and harbours. They can be hard to find, but once located can be easily persuaded to eat a well-placed fly or lure.

The distribution of bass throughout the coastal areas of England and Wales means you’re never that far from a likely place to pursue them. Even central London is no more than a couple hours from some excellent bass fishing on the South Coast. They might not grow to the same size as their stripey cousins across the pond (a double-figure specimen would be the fish of a lifetime), but they inspire equal levels of devotion.

Finding them often means putting in the hours, but if you’re just visiting or passing through, that’s not always an option. Fortunately, the number of dedicated bass fishing guides in the UK continues to grow, and in the sections below you’ll find the best ones operating in country’s most productive fisheries.

 

Where to Fish on England's South Coast & Channel Islands
Bass Fishing Guides on England’s
South Coast & Channel Islands

An introduction to bass fishing on the South Coast of England, plus listings for the region’s finest independent bass fishing guides. Find out more

Where to Fish in Southwest England
Bass Fishing Guides in
Southwest England

An introduction to bass fishing throughout Dorset, Devon and Dorset, plus listings for the region’s finest independent bass fishing guides. Find out more

Where to Fish in Wales
Bass Fishing Guides in Wales

An introduction to bass fishing along the rugged Welsh coast, plus listings for all of the region’s finest independent bass fishing guides. Find out more 

 

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