sea-fishing species guide

Conger eel fishing in the UK

FishMap links conger eel with 6 source-backed fishing locations across 4 UK areas, alongside seasonal planning data and venue access information.

Conger conger6 mapped venuesStrongest index: July, August, June

About Conger eel

Conger conger is included in FishMap’s UK sea-fishing catalogue. FishMap uses the seaRock seasonal pattern and the conger eel Fishability profile for this species.

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 July, August, June. These values represent broad seasonality rather than live catch probability.

  • Jan25
  • Feb25
  • Mar32
  • Apr44
  • May59
  • Jun72
  • Jul79
  • Aug79
  • Sep70
  • Oct57
  • Nov42
  • Dec31

Where to fish for Conger eel

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

Amlwch BreakwaterAmlwch, Anglesey

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

Public access
Brixham BreakwaterBrixham, Devon

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

Public access
Holyhead BreakwaterHolyhead, Anglesey

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

Public access
Ilfracombe HarbourIlfracombe, Devon

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

Public access
Portpatrick HarbourPortpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway

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

Public access
Whitehaven West PierWhitehaven, Cumbria

Established UK shore-angling mark at Whitehaven West Pier. 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.