Latest Fishing Reports: Kent
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02/06/2012
Fishing Report by Bob Marshall
on Duke IV (Ramsgate, Kent)
2 Jun 2012 by Bob Marshall
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The inshore fishing fishing here at Ramsgate is now at its best with Skate, Smoothounds & Bass!
Mackerel are also here in ever increasing numbers. These fish bring with them the large Bass always on the lookout for a mackerel meal!
Herring has been the bait of choice for the Skate throughout the winter but as summer moves on they are also looking for mackerel. Squid remains a fine bait for most species, the Hounds are very partial to it!
The school Bass are shoaling and great fun on the feathers or Hokkie lures. Clear water is a must though and the NE winds we are getting can stir up the water, then lugworm become the bait of choice!
Marina, Lin & Andrew fishing on Duke IV today landed Smoothounds, Skate, Mackerel and Bass!
Still some weekend dates available on Duke IV!
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15/05/2012
Fishing Report by Bob Marshall
on Duke IV (Ramsgate, Kent)
15 May 2012 by Bob Marshall
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We are currently enjoying some great fishing around Ramsgate with Cod, Pollock & Bass on the wrecks and the inshore fishing has improved with Skate, Smoothounds and Bass. As is always the case here these fish are keen not to be caught so plenty of good quality bait always helps. Herring has been the bait of choice for the Skate throughout the winter but as summer moves on they are looking more for mackerel, squid also works well. The hounds are here for the crabs, but will also take squid & squid cocktail baits. Bass can be caught on any of the above with lugworm a favourite inshore bait for the schoolies and whole mackerel fillets for the large Bass. We are hoping for a good mackerel year but we need calm clear seas for these fine fish, so far this spring we have had neither. Latest trips gave Jamies crew on a four hr trip plenty of doggies along with Skate & a 7.5lb Smoothound. On Sunday it was offshore to the wrecks with Nordwest Sports club for Cod, Pollock & Bass along with Gurnard and Mackerel on the way back to Ramsgate. Pic shows Joe with wreck Cod.
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06/05/2012
Fishing Report by David Hancock
on Excel 2 (Whitstable, Kent)
6 May 2012 by David Hancock
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Bass catches are getting better and better by the day. Remember the Thames Estuary is the home of the British Record boat caught bass.
One of our popular evening trips recently produced this 9lb whopper for Alex, aged 12 1\3, from Sevenoaks.
I hope to see you soon either for fishing or sightseeing,
Regards,
Dave. View Boats Page
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23/04/2012
Fishing Report by Bob Marshall
on Duke IV (Ramsgate, Kent)
23 Apr 2012 by Bob Marshall
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Regulars Jason and his crew from Hertford came fishing yesterday on Duke IV. The day started out nicely with a calm sea and we were able to get close to the Goodwins where Jason hooked into a good Skate. The fish combined with the strong tide gave Jason a good workout. After 30 mins of stalemate the fish was beaten. A strong cup of tea was needed after this epic battle!
Steve managed another Skate before the tide turned and the wind picked up.
We headed inshore for a good mixed bag along with 2 more Skate!
Spaces available on trips coming up:- Bottom fishing Sat 28th April. Wreckfishing 3rd May. 4hr trip 5th May. Join us and enjoy the good spring fishing Ramsgate has to offer! View Boats Page
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11/04/2012
Fishing Report by Bob Marshall
on Duke IV (Ramsgate, Kent)
11 Apr 2012 by Bob Marshall
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Spring has arrived with new water moving north bringing the summer species.
Bass, Skate and Hounds are heading towards The Thames Estuary.
Ronald along with son Declan landed 4 good Skate today on Duke IV with a mixed bag to make up the numbers with some bruiser spottie dogs.
Our first Smoothounds of the season have arrived taking squid baits, now the crab moult will have started soft or peeler crab will be the bait of choice.
Still plenty of herring around so they remain a favourite bait for the Skate.
Hopefully the weather will now settle down, and we can look forward to some good fishing on the offshore wrecks, drifting for Cod, Pollack and Bass on the lures!
Next individuals wreck trip 3rd May!
Tight lines Bob View Boats Page
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04/2012
Fishing Report by ian curtis
on Morgan James (Isle of Sheppey, Kent)
Apr 2012 by ian curtis
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todays crew were from essex basildon and wickford bob bob dennis steven steve and ian ,we started out at 7am on a cloudy day on a free trip bob won on the kent classic (agreat prize to donate cheers john ) we started out near the windfarm catching skate from the off skipper (lucky) john got the ball rolling with a 10lb8oz fish then ian started catching a few fish as did the other crew it went very quiet after 2 hours so we made a move inshore as it was getting a bit swelley out there as we came inshore there was a load of nets around us and i thought this is not looking good but the (lucky)skipper knew what he was doing straight away ian was in to fish after fish then came another double for ian just over the 10lb mark now his class was showing ian lost 5 fish here due to it was rough ground here but we stuck it out and in the end we had it off boating 21 skate bass dogfish and whiting ian curtis was top angler with 9 skate 5skate lost bass dogfish and whiting (as the skipper called me lucky) i just showed my class a great day out john but i must warn people if john fishes bring a flask as he needs naging if you want a cup of tea i will be seeing you again john so if people want a great day out just pick up the phone and give john a ring he also does hire out tackle thank you from the essex crew ian
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09/04/2012
Fishing Report by steve harris
on Dentex (Chatham, Kent)
9 Apr 2012 by steve harris
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Well the fishing is really busy at the moment in the estuary with catches of 20 plus skate a trip.
There is also bass to 7 lb and smoothounds making an apperence which is great to see.
If you would like to get amongst the fish please give me a call or send me an email and i will try my best to get you out.
I still do my evening trips mostly on a Tuesdays, in the medway only, leaving rochester at 5.30pm and returning at 10pm costing only £20 per person excludes any bait, if there are a few of you who would like to go any other evening i can do to suit you.
Weekdays are available and also night trips if wanted.
I do save some weekend dates for my individuals who cant get a crew together so if you would like to go on these individuals days please text me your name and number and i will send a radom text when a date is available and then it will be 1st come 1st serve.
All the best steve
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11/06/2012
Fishing Report by Roger Lennon
on Skerry Belle (Ramsgate, Kent)
11 Jun 2012 by Roger Lennon
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Bass Bass Bass Bass! What more can I say?! This beauty came up on whole cuttle on a secrect rough ground mark of myn 1/4 of a mile from the shore. With the peeler crabs just starting to moult, there is just going to be alot more of them. Skate fishing is stil fantastic, with 10+ fish a trip not uncommon and with the spurdogs, smooth hounds and tope starting to make an appearance around the Goodwins. , , June and july are going to be proper rod bending months. I have fresh peeler on board, so just give me a ring to get your order in. 4hr evening bass trips have now started, so if your want some nice bass and mackeral for your barbie, get yourself a trip aboard BAYSIDE. Still have dates available in , June and july. And dont forget all my trips inc. all rods, reels, tackle and some baits.
Very Tight Lines,
Roger. View Boats Page
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02/03/2012
Fishing Report by Bob Marshall
on Duke IV (Ramsgate, Kent)
2 Mar 2012 by Bob Marshall
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Plenty of Codling around at the moment, they are swimming up off the bottom, feeding on Sprat, mackerel and herring. This exposes them to the nets and they are being landed by the tonne!
When the herring move off, the Cod will return to bottom feeding over the rough ground. Then its our turn to catch them on lug/squid cocktails. Quite a few Thornback Ray still around with herring being the favourite bait. Carl from Kent today out on Duke IV landed this chunky l0lb 6oz female off Deal. Some large Mackerel up to 3lb also being landed by the nets so plenty of fish here. We are organising a number of trips for individuals over the next month with plenty of dates available for the boat.
We will be resuming our wreck fishing trips later this month so give me a call and, Let's go fishing! View Boats Page
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29/01/2012
Fishing Report by Bob Marshall
on Duke IV (Ramsgate, Kent)
29 Jan 2012 by Bob Marshall
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The fishing just gets better here at Ramsgate with plenty of Skate to keep the rods busy. The Cod fishing could be better but we are getting the odd one here & there.
Plenty of Whiting and of course doggies still around.
We are still getting the odd Bass to lug bait, maybe this mild winter is keeping the water temps up high enough.
Rudy & Martins groups have today had a good haul of Skate along with plenty of Whiting, doggies and a Codling!
Still dates available on Duke IV Feb/March so book now to avoid disappointment!
Space available for next Sunday for individuals or small groups!
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