Summer eel fishing can produce non-stop action, just as the evening light fades

Main Species

Flounder, eels, coalfish

Recommended Baits:

Peeler crab, lugworm, white rag, kippers, shelled prawns, mackerel strip

Directions : Take the A19 from the Tyne Tunnel and head south. Drive past the Nissan factory, cross over the River Wear and take the next slip road signposted Sunderland South onto the A183. At the first roundabout turn left for Pennywell and then left again one mile further heading for South Hylton. This road leads to the riverside next to the Golden Lion Pub
Season : Flounder all year, eels in summer