Catch Fish from Brighton & Hove: HOVE near Croquet Club

An autumn session (recorded on 2.09.21) targeting soles at Hove, East Sussex (UK). Conditions were ideal, with some colour in the water and high time just after sunset. A few small smooth hounds turned up, together with a flounder and the target species, making this a successful outing.
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[@trevorttilling438]

Hey rod I have not sea fished for 20 Years you make it so easy .I live south London where should I go Trevor

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Hi Trevor - at this time of year its mainly whiting and you'll get bites from these at most sea venues. Brighton Marina may be a good bet for a few fish, but check if its open first before venturing out. Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@deansshootingandfishingham8275]

Well done I had a good fishing trip at Milford the other night Conger and dog fish have a look at my TH-cam channel 👍🎣🐟🐟

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Nice one - well done.

[@nicholascavie2464]

Another good video cobber fished that area in my teens but Hastings beaches and old pier was my favorite spots hopefully will fish this weekend. Happy catching from AUSTRALIA Nick

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Many thanks Nick - still need to give Hastings a good try - maybe next summer.

[@harrycheverst]

What advantages does a sheppey rig have over a flapper, or a 2/3 hook clip down rig? They look so unnecessarily complicated to me. Very nice sole though :)

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Yes, they are a bit time consuming to make; but Sheppey rigs act as multiple pulleys and sometimes bites are more positive using them. Thanks for watching and asking.

[@gordonfturner]

Yet another fabulous video. Some absolutely cracking flatties. Well done.

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Many thanks Gordon!

[@graylingboysalisbury]

A masterclass in making a fishing video. I love your vids Bud.

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Thanks for watching and your kind words Rick.

[@kenhenley7599]

Cracking video of a good session. Those sole were a good size. I bet they tasted delicious! How do you cook yours? Random thought...you must spend a small fortune on getting to and from venues south of the Dartford Crossing! Cheers and stay healthy. Ken

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Thanks Ken - yes travel costs do mount up! Soles are great to eat as well as to catch and so easy to cook. I leave mine in the fridge for at least a day before preparing them - use scissors to cut off the head, guts and fin frills in one go, then slice a bit of skin from the flesh on each side before striping the skin off using newspaper (it does not come off easily if you try the day you caught them). Then it only takes about 5 mins on each side to fry in sunflower oil, with a few herbs sprinkled on - very simple, but the flavour is something else! I just prefer them with new / baby potatoes and salad, so nothing overpowers the flavour of the fish.

[@kenhenley7599]

@@rodsangleuk6283 Hi Mick. Thanks for this...very useful even if I have to buy my Sole! Cheers. Ken

[@michaelhayes1068]

I would call that a successful outing and some lovely sole if you enjoy eating them... well done my friend and thank you ..

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Thanks again Michael.

[@davetravelingheritage5403]

I always have my rods to high and don't need to..
Next time I'm at shingle street suffolk i will place my rods exactly how you have them.
Been fishing for years but still learning

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Strength of tidal pull and weed issues may come in to play + large waves may require you to keep your rods high. Depends where you are and conditions. When fishing for flatfish I prefer them low. Thanks for watching Dave.

[@davetravelingheritage5403]

@@rodsangleuk6283If you get a chance you should try shingle street it's a great place on the suffolk coast if you like isolation..
Living in Ipswich the 20+ mile drive to get out of town is well worth it to get away from people and the problems people bring.

[@tonycross5801]

Always a fascinating watch. Thanks Rod.

[@rodsangleuk6283]

My pleasure Tony!

[@TheWs25]

You need to eat more carrots Rod! Great session, well done.

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Haha - but I agree. Thanks for watching.

[@x_daddybaldy_x1183]

How long is the line on the end of the the wire booms ?

[@rodsangleuk6283]

I normally use 5 inch hooklengths or there abouts.

[@weaverflytyer]

WHY DO THEY ALWAYS WALK UNDER THE LINE

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Yes - good question, especially when rods are kept low!

[@leerose9436]

👍🙏🏻🎣

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Thanks Lee.

[@x_daddybaldy_x1183]

How long is the line inbetween each boom

[@rodsangleuk6283]

It depends on the length of the wire boom and where I'm fishing. In general if I'm using 15cm booms, then they are spaced 30cm apart. I will experiment though and sometimes spacing them further apart may work, if you are fishing an area with no snags and want to cover more ground. Thanks for watching and asking.

[@carljanisewski]

Good session
Thanks for sharing .

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Thanks Carl.

[@jerryoconnor4572]

Very enjoyable Michael thank you. You are a magnet for sole! It's very satisfying to catch a species that you target. Looking forward to your next video. Nice to see you are gaining more subscribers. Well deserved.

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Many thanks again Jerry! Yes, not all sessions produce the target species; however I seem to be quite lucky when it come to soles - just a pity the Grays area wasn't so good for them this year!

[@andydawe6279]

Hi still watching thanks

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Many thanks for doing so Andy.

[@christopherramsey9940]

Excellent as always 👍

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Many thanks again Christopher.

[@chrischambers5466]

Some lovely Sole there👍🏻I don't know why but I just love catching any flatfish🤔

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Thanks Chris. Yes - Hove is one of my better venues for soles.

[@chrisbree3467]

Hi Michael, I know those tiny smoothies can be a pain but it’s really good to see them in such good numbers, it bodes well for future catches. I remember when the tiny codling used to be like that, sadly no more. Great to see some nice soles. Well done.

[@rodsangleuk6283]

There are plenty and hopefully those tiny smooth hounds will all become double figure fish and hang around a lot longer than they normally do. Thanks for watching and commenting Chris.

[@robmez]

Nice fishing , looked cracking fun , love hove beach and the burells shoreham and the wide water lancing

[@rodsangleuk6283]

All good venues if weed free. Thanks for watching Robin.

[@fishingmediterraneo1417]

Sempre in giro a pescare in nuove spiaggie e nuove catture 👏👏👏

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Thanks for watching again.

[@hunkydoryangling8200]

Well done again, good bit of action, keep them coming 👍

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Thanks 👍

[@ashgower7083]

A great couple of sessions I would say! 🎣🐟

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Thanks Ash.

[@anthonywilson4415]

Well done. Nice peaceful vid, and a good session.

[@rodsangleuk6283]

Thanks again Anthony.