Livermead Beach Fishing

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Livermead Beach Fishing Map

Livermead Beach in Torquay (Tor Bay) is a sheltered, gently shelving sandy beach bordered by low rocky headlands and a sea wall along the seafront road. The middle ground is clean sand for flatfish and dogfish, with wrasse and rock species around the rough, weedy edges. It fishes best on a flooding tide into dusk and the first of the ebb. Summer brings shoaling mackerel, garfish and scad to small lures, while mullet patrol tight to the wall; nights in late summer–autumn can turn up sole and the odd ray. Winter sees whiting and pouting. Easy roadside access and nearby facilities, but it’s a busy bathing beach in season—fish early/late and watch for weed, swell on easterlies, and lesser weever fish in warmer months.

Ratings

⭐ 6.7/10 Overall
Catch Potential 6/10
Species Variety 7/10
Scenery & Comfort 8/10
Safety 7/10
Accessibility 8/10

Fish You Can Catch at Livermead Beach

🐟 Lesser Spotted Dogfish 8/10
🎯 Tip: Night over clean sand; small mackerel or squid baits on 2-hook flappers at 30-60 m. Best on the flood into first of the ebb.
🐟 Bass 7/10
🎯 Tip: Dusk/dawn or after dark; lures or crab/worm baits along rough ground and gullies on a flooding tide, especially with a bit of swell.
🐟 Mackerel 7/10
🎯 Tip: Summer to early autumn; cast small metals or feathers near the rocky points at mid-high water in clear, moving water.
🐟 Whiting 6/10
🎯 Tip: Winter nights over sand; small mackerel or lug strips on 2-3 hook flappers. Best on the flood and around high.
🐟 Ballan Wrasse 6/10
🎯 Tip: Fish peeler/soft crab or rag tight to the rocks at either end on the flood; short casts and strong tackle.
🐟 Golden-grey Mullet 6/10
🎯 Tip: Calm summer evenings; tiny rag or sandeel slivers on size 8-10 hooks in the surf line. Stealthy approach on a rising tide.
🐟 Plaice 5/10
🎯 Tip: Spring and autumn; long casts over clean patches with blinged flappers and ragworm/sandeel. Daylight on a building tide.
🐟 Smoothhound 5/10
🎯 Tip: Late spring to early autumn; peeler crab at 30-80 m over clean sand. Evening flood into dusk is best.
🐟 Scad (Horse Mackerel) 5/10
🎯 Tip: Late summer nights; small spinners or baited size 6 sabikis worked midwater on a flooding tide. Keep a steady retrieve.
🐟 Garfish 5/10
🎯 Tip: Late spring to autumn; float-fish thin mackerel strips 2-6 ft down over clear water near high. Keep the bait moving.

Livermead Beach Fishing

Summary

Livermead Beach sits on Torquay’s seafront between Corbyn Head and the headlands that lead towards Hollicombe. It’s a compact sand-and-shingle strip with fringing rock ledges and shallow, tide-washed ground.

For anglers it offers easy-access sessions for mackerel, garfish, wrasse and school bass in settled weather, with comfortable options for light lure, float and gentle bottom fishing.

Location and Access

Access to Livermead is straightforward from the Torbay Road seafront, with the promenade and multiple short paths leading down to the sand and adjacent rock platforms. Use the Livermead House/Cliff hotels as an easy sat-nav landmark and aim for on-street or seafront car parks.

Seasons

This is a mixed, generally shallow mark that shines in late spring to early autumn. Expect smaller stamp fish with the chance of a surprise bass or ray on the sand.

Methods

Light, tidy tactics produce best here, with minimal lead and simple rigs to dodge snags. Lure and float fishing are ideal in clear, calm water; switch to small baits after dark or in coloured seas.

Tides and Conditions

Depth is modest, so tide state and clarity matter. The bay is sheltered from many westerlies; easterlies put a push on and can bring surf and weed.

Safety

This is generally a friendly, open beach, but the surrounding ledges can be slippery and certain spots can become cut off. Summer bathing is intense—fish well away from swimmers and watercraft.

Facilities

You’re on Torquay’s seafront, so amenities are close. Expect seasonal crowds and early fill-ups for parking on hot days.

Tips

Livermead rewards stealth and light gear. Think finesse around the rocks and short, accurate casts to fish the gutters instead of launching to the horizon.

Regulations

This coastline falls within the Devon & Severn IFCA district and Tor Bay Harbour Authority area. Rules can change—always check current notices before you go.