Fishing in Devon

Serious sport or a day's excitement for the family, Devon's multitude of fishing spots will give you the perfect answer. For sea fishing trips and the thrill of wrestling with vigorous mackerel or pollock, try Brixham, Exmouth or Appledore. Flick a fly for trout on the Exe and Tamar, two of Devon's many rivers justly popular for fly fishing.

Spend a satisfying day at one of the dozens of lakes and reservoirs kept well stocked with carp, rudd, tench and ghosties. All along Devon's coastlines, breakwaters, rocks and beaches offer superb spots for reeling in a fine dogfish or bass.

Well-provided centres with qualified instructors offer tuition and courses for both beginners and the more experienced angler. And for a special treat, you'll find exclusive fishing breaks in many rural retreats - from lodges to country house hotels set in rolling Devon countryside.

Fishing in Devon's lakes and rivers
Fish in some of Devon's lively, clean rivers or well-stocked lakes, and you are bound to have a great experience. Devon's fishing lakes and rivers are situated in many traquil locations, Higher Shorston Lakes is just one of many places that you can relax as you fish.

Sea fishing and angling in Devon
Nothing can quite equal the thrill of a big fish wrestling with your line when you go deep-sea fishing off Devon's wild coasts - it's a memory to last a lifetime. Sea fishing and angling in Devon is one activity not to be missed!

Fishing holidays in Devon
Well and truly hooked by the lure of fishing? Then a fishing holiday in Devon devoted to your favourite sport will surely be a dream come true!

Fishing seasons and permits in Devon
Before you can get going on your perfect fishing trip, you will need to buy yourself a rod licence and also check up on local fishing seasons.

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