Beginners Saltwater Weekend 2025 - Fishing Marks
Given the timetable for the weekend, it is not anticipated anyone will stray from the beaches selected for demonstrations and discussions (detailed in the schedule). However, should you wish to arrive early and/or stay later, a number of marks and guidance notes are set out on the map below. These details and the areas of restricted access, noted below, are also included in our Health and Safety guidelines.
Areas with Restricted Access
Many of the harbours and estuaries along the south coast are Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). As a result, there are several nature reserves as well as military garrisons and private land which prevent either vehicle or foot access and sometimes both. Careful planning is essential to ensure you do not stray into restricted areas. Generally, where there is a foot or cycle path on the map, the place is open to the public but do look for any signs which may limit access. Also, see the map displayed in the registration area.
This is not an exhaustive list so please do your own research and if in doubt avoid the area. You could try calling the harbour offices but they are not open 24/7 and only for short periods at weekends.
Chichester Harbour Conservancy 01243 512301 (Harbour Patrol operating office hours during the weekend)
Langstone Harbour 023 9246 5011
Portsmouth Harbour 023 9229 7341
|
Type |
Name |
Access Restrictions |
|
AONB |
Ellanore Point, Pilsey Island, Stakes IsIand |
All are in Chichester Harbour and home to nesting birds and other wildlife so to be avoided |
|
Restricted Military Area |
Thorney Island |
No vehicle access south of the Great Deep but there’s a 7- mile footpath around the island with CCTV and buzzer- controlled security gate on both the east and west side. Full access to the whole coastline but no movement inland. |
|
Private Land |
Manhood Peninsula PO18 |
No foot access whatsoever from Itchenor ferry landing point, along the foreshore all the way to Fishbourne |
|
Nature Reserve |
Medbury near Selsey Bill |
Fishing off the shingle bank to seaward allowed and while there are footpaths, no access off the paths into the reserve |
|
Nature Reserve |
Pagham Harbour |
SSSI with seasonally restricted areas for ground nesting birds. Access into the reserve is generally allowed from any footpath but watch for signs and do not disturb wildlife. Birds will be nesting in June and either sitting on eggs or feeding their chicks so avoid the fenced off area. Ask one of the guides who will be able to give further details. |
Please call Michael Rescorle 07753 303830 if you find other restricted areas which you feel should be added to this list. We look forward to welcoming you!
