Salcombe Fishing Adventures

The fishing trips run out of Salcombe itself, a proper working harbour where you'll see actual boats coming and going rather than the sanitised marina vibe you get in some seaside towns. This is a genuine fishing port that happens to let visitors join in. You board a boat and head out into the water - depending on the season and what's biting, you might be after bass, mackerel, pollack or wrasse. The crew knows what they're doing and will help you if you've never fished before, though experienced anglers get a kick out of it too.

It's not a sit-around-all-day sort of thing. Most trips last a few hours, which is the right length really - long enough to get into it, short enough that boredom doesn't set in. Children under about eight might struggle with the patience required, but older kids with any interest in the sea or fishing will genuinely enjoy themselves. You'll want to bring warm layers even in summer - being on the water changes things weather-wise.

Salcombe sits roughly between Kingsbridge and the coast, and works well alongside a holiday park stay. Wilton Farm Camping South Devon is only two miles away, making it easy to combine a morning or afternoon on the water with the rest of your park routine. If the fishing doesn't appeal to your whole group, at least one person gets a proper outing while others relax at base camp. Get details on booking and current prices direct from Salcombe harbour - the fishing fleet will have times and rates posted.