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Planning a session in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset? Start with Bowleaze Pier, Bowleaze Cove and Overcombe. Switch between lures for summer shoals and ledger rigs over rough ground; the nearby marks below include distances, access notes and species tips.
3.8 miles from Sutton Poyntz
A small, clear-water rocky cove on the Nothe headland in Weymouth, offering easy access to kelp-covered ledges and mixed rough ground. Ideal for float fishing, LRF and light lure work, with wrasse and mini-species abundant close in and pelagics passing in summer. Sheltered compared to open coast, but rocks can...
3.8 miles from Sutton Poyntz
A rough, rocky headland on the Weymouth side of the Portland Harbour entrance with deep water close in, kelp-filled gullies and broken ground. The tidal run along the point funnels bait and predators, making it a reliable summer wrasse and pollack venue with LRF potential, and a decent winter spot...
3.9 miles from Sutton Poyntz
Rocky limestone headland on the east side of Ringstead Bay with kelp-filled gullies and quick access to deeper water. Best in settled conditions on a flooding tide, especially into dusk; summer to early autumn sees prolific wrasse and surface-feeders, with pouting and conger after dark. Access from the National Trust...
4.4 miles from Sutton Poyntz
A small, sheltered shingle/sand beach in Portland Harbour beneath Sandsfoot Castle. Clean, gently shelving ground with patches of weed and occasional rock at the margins. Best fished on a flooding tide through high water with light tackle. Summer brings shoaling mackerel, garfish and scad; bass and mullet patrol the margins...
4.4 miles from Sutton Poyntz
A prominent chalk headland between Ringstead Bay and Durdle Door with steep, committing access to rough, kelpy ground and fast‑moving tides. Deep water is close in with ledges and platforms that fish best on a flooding tide into dusk and after dark in settled seas. Expect summer surface action and...
4.5 miles from Sutton Poyntz
Sandsfoot Castle sits on the north side of Portland Harbour near Weymouth, offering sheltered rock and shingle ledges with sand and weed patches in front. It fishes best on a flooding tide into dusk and after dark. Summer brings surface activity and bait fish; winter sees small whiting and pouting....
