Fishing at New Quay
A Cardigan Bay harbour town with three distinct marks in one place — the harbour wall, the sandy bay, and a rocky headland to the east — all a short walk from the car park.
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| Species | Season | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Mackerel | Jun–Sep | feathers or spinners from the harbour wall, best two hours either side of high water |
| Bass | May–Oct | lures or bait fished off the harbour wall or headland |
| Pollack (Pollock)Wrasse | May–Sep | float-fished sandeel or crab worked over the kelpy headland ledges |
| Dogfish (Lesser-Spotted)Conger Eel | Jul–Oct | squid or fish bait fished after dark off the harbour wall |
Tactics
The harbour wall fishes best from two hours before to two hours after high water; the headland east of the harbour gives deeper, rougher ground for pollack and wrasse on float tackle.
Best tide: High water +/- 2 hours · Best time: Summer
Dogs
Official source: View the rule at source →
Access & parking
Pay-and-display car parks in the village a short walk from the harbour. Family rating: ★★☆ — Harbour wall and slipways need supervision, but easy access and plenty to see for kids
FAQs
What's the best mark at New Quay, the harbour or the beach?
The harbour wall is the most consistent for mackerel and bass; the headland to the east suits pollack and wrasse on float gear.
Is New Quay harbour dog friendly?
Not between 1 May and 30 September on the beach section near the harbour — check the council's seasonal byelaw map before bringing a dog.
Nearby marks
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.