Fishing at Fraserburgh Harbour
A big working harbour with a wide species count off the wall — cod and ling among rougher ground species, with pollack and coalfish on lures close in.
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| Species | Season | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Cod (Atlantic Cod) | Oct–Feb | Mackerel or squid bait fished hard on the bottom off the harbour wall |
| Pollack (Pollock) | Apr–Oct | Spinning close to the harbour structure |
| Mackerel | Jun–Sep | Small mackerel strip or lures |
| Smooth-Hound | Jun–Sep | Bigger fish or crab baits fished at range |
Tactics
Fish either side of high water off the harbour wall for the widest range — cod and ling on bigger mackerel or squid baits, with small pollack and coalfish readily taken by spinning. Lugworm, mackerel and ragworm all work well on pennel-pulley or two-hook flapper rigs. There's a pontoon at the harbour with free parking, making it an easy, low-cost session.
Best tide: Either side of high water · Best time: Year-round, best variety in summer
Dogs
No verified source. Check current signage and the relevant authority.
Access & parking
Hanover Street (South 1) car park. Sat-nav: AB43 9HT.Get directions → Family rating: ★★☆ — A big working harbour — stick to the public fishing areas and keep an eye on younger children near the edge.
FAQs
Is Fraserburgh dog friendly?
Yes — the nearby Waters of Philorth beach is listed as dog-friendly all year, with no confirmed restriction for the harbour itself.
What can you catch at Fraserburgh harbour?
Cod and ling on bait, plus pollack and coalfish for those spinning close to the harbour wall.
Is there parking at Fraserburgh harbour?
Yes, including a free pontoon car park at the harbour itself.
Nearby marks
Peterhead Harbour & Ugie Beach
Last updated 16 July 2026 — sources & disclaimer
Compiled from angling guides, forums and the relevant council's dog byelaws, cross-checked where possible.
Rules and conditions change, so always check current signage and tides before you go. We do our best to keep this accurate but can't promise it's error-free.