Saltwater fly fishing is fast becoming one of the hottest ‘must do’s’ for any angler. This innovative new sector of the sport offers a huge variety of exciting challenges and a host of different fish to be caught along the beautiful British coast.
 
The hard fighting sea bass is the species of choice for discerning fly anglers and the English south coast is fortunate to be home for many of the prolific breeding grounds. One of the best is in and around Weymouth Harbour, the gateway to the Jurassic coast of Dorset.  Local fishing guide, Tony King, has spent many years wading every gravel spit, sand bank and estuary to locate the bass and mackerel running channels.

Saltwater fly fishing is not quite like conventional sea fishing as the fishing is done with a combination of time in the boat and wading. Tony will concentrate on the shallow drop-offs along the gravel spits and sand banks. Each day starts with a 20-30 minute boat ride from the quay to the first spit or bank of the day. Leaving the boat safely anchored and with Tony at your side, you then wade along the edge of the channel casting into the runs to fish you can see or likely running lies. This will be the pattern for the remainder of the day moving around Tony’s favoured spots in the harbour depending on the weather, tides and fish.

Although Tony stays close to the shore for most of the day it is important to understand these are still tidal waters. Tony and his boat are fully certified by the Maritime & Coastguard Agency and clients must wear lifejackets (supplied) at all times, observe the safety briefing and be competent swimmers. This is a physically demanding day that requires some wading and time in a boat.

Finally, a word on the weather. We only lose a handful of days a year to the weather but it is always a possibility. We make a decision the evening prior to your trip after the Met Office forecast has been updated. You will be informed no later than 7pm the night before if a postponement is necessary.

What is best about this day

A new adventure for thrill seeking fly fishermen

This day is suitable for

Competent, able-bodied fly fishermen

What tackle is needed

None. It is all supplied

Clothing & footwear

Life jackets are supplied. Bring chest waders, waterproofs, warm clothing & sunscreen

Times

6-7 hours tide to tide. Start times vary according to tides

Location

Lulworth Cove, Dorset

Season

April-October

April-October

£225 per person