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Spearfishing in Cornwall

Cornwall is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful coastlines of the UK and an amazing place to explore and spearfish.

cornwallThe North coast is typically more for surfing while the sheltered south coast is perfect for chasing the bass.ย  The underwater reefs of Cornwall are very kelpy. While this makes hole hunting very difficult because you just canโ€™t see anything, itโ€™s a fantastic habitat that promotes breeding to sustain good fish numbers.

You can find good fish in pretty much any part of the Cornish coast where itโ€™s rocky or holds kelp.ย  However like everywhere, some places are just that are fairly well known that hold some good fish.

  • Spearfishing in Swanpoolย Another touristy beach that produces Pollock, mullet and bass.ย  You are heading to the point on the right and beyond.ย  You can gain entry from the beach which is a longer swim or there is overgrown path you can take via walking up past the restaurant.ย If you are swimming out from the beach keep your …ย Read more…
  • Spearfishing in Caerhays / Porthluney coveย This is a very busy tourist beach so if the suns out expect a lot of very concerned looks as you march towards the ocean looking like a navy seal.ย  If the tide is out then itโ€™s a bit of stomp and if its in, itโ€™s a bit of swim past the shallow water. You …ย Read more…