sea-fishing species guide

Mullet fishing in the UK

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

Chelon labrosus4 mapped venuesStrongest index: August, July, September

About Mullet

Chelon labrosus is included in FishMap’s UK sea-fishing catalogue. FishMap uses the seaSummer seasonal pattern and the mullet Fishability profile for this species.

Also known as: Thick-lipped grey mullet.

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

  • Jan5
  • Feb5
  • Mar10
  • Apr23
  • May46
  • Jun68
  • Jul82
  • Aug84
  • Sep71
  • Oct45
  • Nov18
  • Dec8

Where to fish for Mullet

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

Mevagissey BreakwaterMevagissey, Cornwall

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

Public access
Mudeford QuayChristchurch, Dorset

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

Public access
Shoreham West ArmShoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex

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

Public access
Annan HarbourAnnan, Dumfries and Galloway

Established UK shore-angling mark at Annan Harbour. 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.