Mackerel Fishing – Departing Brixham

Wonderful Sea-Fari Trip Enjoyable sea-fari trip round the coast of Torbay. 'Captain' was very informative. As with wildlife you cant guarantee what you... read more are going to see (if anything) we were fortunate to see the two seals pop their heads up and a few sea birds.

Overall it was a pleasant trip, also nice to see the coastline.

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OK, but no smoking means no smoking Went on 2.00pm Mackerel fishing trip. Older skipper with younger women crew member and a Malamut dog. If... read more your fish lands on the deck you have to be quick or the dog will eat it! Caught very few fish. Were told dolphins were around that had impacted the fishing. The Skipper was very precious of his gear and complained that youngsters were letting the rods touch the rails and damaging his expensive hand grips. He said not really the right trip for younger (10year olds) children. The one real bug bear was that despite the no smoking sign he smoked all the time, so then some of the other men on the boat smoked too. Really horrible. Not sure about the claim to be careful to protect the fish stocks. Caught fish were either quickly killed and put in bucket or the small ones thrown as food to the seagulls, which the Skipper seemed to enjoy!

We were able to take fish home and given bags to carry them, which is good. I gutted mine - and my hand smelled of fish for two days. Next time it will be catch and release! read less

Sea-Fari Fun We tried out the Sea-Fari trip this afternoon. Very pleasant, caught glimpses of porpoise in the distance. Very good value... read more as well. read less

What a tremendous day today has been. Booking was easy and the team organised and friendly. Prices were very reasonable.... read more We felt safe on a well equipped boat. We learnt some history about Brixham from our very experienced crew. We were made to feel very welcome and our skipper was genuinely pleased when we landed our mackerel. They were super scrummmy on a BBQ. My children had a healthy day out on the water learning new skills and want to go again. Thanks. read less

Fish and Chips evening boat trip Wonderful evening fab crew very interesting and informative lovely trip around the coves and bays of South Devon great trip... read more for all ages, can’t wait to do it again next year, thanks To Ross, John and Sandra read less

Great Mackerel Fishing Experience Arrived in Brixham on a lovely sunny afternoon for the 2 hour mackerel fishing trip. John the captain of our... read more Funfish boat firstly gave us full safety instructions then we were off across the bay. John used his local knowledge of the tides and even caught a fish whilst giving us a demonstration of how to use the tackle. We had a great time and caught 3 different species of fish including some Atlantic Mackerel which tasted wonderful when cooked at home that evening. We also had magnificent scenery to view on our return trip to the harbour. read less

Awesome Fantastic communication from John meant that we managed to book a trip when the sea was calm and the weather... read more was perfect. Our skipper Brendan was very friendly and helpful (putting our autistic son at ease from the moment he met him). We are a family of 5 and every one of us loved the trip. Thank you. read less

A good family run business which is focused on ensuring that customers have the best time possible. The skipper/host... read more is engaging, humorous and knowledgeable of the local waters. The boat is well suited for the sometimes shallow waters which is great for getting up close to the shoreline and sea life. read less

Amazing time with the friendly and very experienced Capt. Bill! Thank you also to Ross for accomodating us! Hope to... read more see you guys again soon! read less

Excellent Boat Trip! We were looking for a nice boat trip for our weekend in Brixham. In the harbour there are numerous... read more kiosks advertising different trips. We were looking at one in particular then along came a guy who started telling us all about his trip. His name was John. He told us all about his boat and that it was a family run business. Next day, booked up for the afternoon. The boat was very brightly coloured, very well equipped. We started the tour with a sail around the harbour and then along the coast to various coves, whilst John pointed out the wildlife. We were lucky enough to see a seal sunbathing at the end of the harbour wall. The trip lasted around an hour which was plenty. John was very friendly, and informative which made for a very interesting trip. The weather was absolutely gorgeous so that added to it all. Definitely recommend to anyone who wanted a lovely afternoon out on the sea. More read less