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Mullet (Thin-lipped) Fishing in West Sussex

West Sussex has 6 shore marks rated for mullet (thin-lipped). They're ranked below by how strongly mullet (thin-lipped) show at each spot, with today's live conditions beside every mark — so you can pick a spot that's worth fishing right now, not just on paper.

When to go

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Best months: May–Oct · green months are prime, the outlined box is this month.

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Best mullet (thin-lipped) marks in West Sussex

Ranked by how strongly mullet (thin-lipped) show at each mark. The chip on the right is today's live fish forecast.

Thorney Island Reliable for mullet (thin-lipped)
Today 64 Fair

Often show over shallow harbour margins in warm weather; use small bread, fish strip or worm baits with minimal weight.
Dell Quay Reliable for mullet (thin-lipped)
Today 55 Fair

Can feed over the softer mud on a rising tide; discreet, light gear and bread or worm baits help.
Itchenor Reliable for mullet (thin-lipped)
Today 64 Fair

Often show in clear, warmer conditions; use bread or small bait presentations with minimal weight.
Pagham Harbour Entrance Reliable for mullet (thin-lipped)
Today 64 Fair

Often patrol shallow, clear margins in summer; bread, tiny worm baits and discreet tackle help.
East Head Worth a try for mullet (thin-lipped)
Today 64 Fair

Occasional in the harbour mouth and shallows; light bread, worm or tiny rag baits work best.
Prinsted Worth a try for mullet (thin-lipped)
Today 55 Fair

May enter the harbour creeks in summer; stealth and light float or ledger tackle are more effective than heavy beach gear.

Planning ahead? The live fish forecast map compares these marks across the week.

Tactics for mullet (thin-lipped)

Top baits, best first

  1. Spinner (Sea Trout)
  2. Harbour Rag (Maddies)
  3. Ragworm
  4. Sinking Pencil

Rigs that work, best first

  1. Bombarda (Casting Float)
  2. Float (Sliding)
  3. Split Shot Rig

Full tactics, seasonal detail and more baits are on the Mullet (Thin-lipped) species guide.

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