UK fishing guide

January fishing UK

CatchAtlas UK January fishing guide showing species likely to be active, methods to consider and trip planning ideas for UK anglers.

What fish can you catch in January?

CatchAtlas highlights these likely January targets: Pollack, Cod, Whiting, Conger eel, Squid, Blue mussel, Grayling, Pike, Perch, Zander (localised), Roach.

Pollack

Ambush predator tight to kelp and structure.

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Cod

After autumn blows on coloured seas. Big scent trails pull fish.

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Whiting

Autumn–winter after dark on big tides.

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Conger eel

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Squid

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Blue mussel

Foraging only where permitted; ensure clean waters.

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Grayling

Cold-season daytime feeders; pink/flashy bugs in colour, small naturals in clear.

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Pike

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Perch

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Zander (localised)

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Roach

Feed little/often. Bread in winter; maggots/casters spring–autumn.

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January fishing planning

Use the main atlas to refine January options by region, shore or boat preference, habitat, method and time of day.

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