sea-fishing species guide

Codling fishing in the UK

FishMap links codling with 3 source-backed fishing locations across 3 UK areas, alongside seasonal planning data and venue access information.

Gadus morhua3 mapped venuesStrongest index: December, January, November

About Codling

Gadus morhua is included in FishMap’s UK sea-fishing catalogue. Juvenile/small Atlantic cod.

Venue listings show where the species is recorded in FishMap’s source data. They do not guarantee that it is currently present, feeding or available to target.

Best months

The strongest planning indices are December, January, November. These values represent broad seasonality rather than live catch probability.

  • Jan70
  • Feb67
  • Mar58
  • Apr42
  • May29
  • Jun21
  • Jul18
  • Aug21
  • Sep35
  • Oct54
  • Nov69
  • Dec75

Where to fish for Codling

3 indexable FishMap venues currently record this species. Check access, licences, seasons and current venue rules before travelling.

Southwold PierSouthwold, Suffolk

Established UK shore-angling mark at Southwold Pier. FishMap lists commonly targeted species and general methods only; catches are never guaranteed.

Day ticket / visitor permit
Cromer PierCromer, Norfolk

Established UK shore-angling mark at Cromer Pier. FishMap lists commonly targeted species and general methods only; catches are never guaranteed.

Public access
Minehead Harbour WallMinehead, Somerset

Established UK shore-angling mark at Minehead Harbour Wall. FishMap lists commonly targeted species and general methods only; catches are never guaranteed.

Public access

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Seasonal guidance, not a catch forecast

Weather, water conditions, angling pressure and local rules can materially change fishing prospects. Confirm information with the operator or rights holder.