Welcome to Padstow Angling Centre, located in the beautiful coastal town of Padstow, on the edge of the quay in an area called The Drang. Known as a mecca for every keen angler, Padstow Angling Centre is the go-to destination for all your fishing needs.
Led by Ed Schliffke, also known as “The Rockhopper,” and his friendly staff, the knowledgeable team at Padstow Angling Centre are dedicated to providing every customer, whether experienced or a novice, with the best advice and assistance to catch fish. With over 40 years of love and knowledge of the spectacular North Cornish Coast, Ed and his team can not only offer a comprehensive stock of fishing tackle but also provide insights into the species available in different areas, the best times of the year to catch them, and even the state of the tide for optimal fishing. They will even supply the appropriate bait and recommend the correct tackle for your fishing needs.
If you're looking for a guided fishing experience, Ed Schliffke offers shore angling guide services. Having been a dedicated fisherman since he was knee-high to a grasshopper, Ed has won many trophies and caught numerous impressive specimens, including many Bass weighing over 10 lbs. Renowned as “ED THE BASS,” Ed's expertise and experience make him an exceptional guide for shore fishing. He takes his customers spinning and float fishing for mackerel, garfish, and pollack, plugs for his beloved bass, and ledgering for plaice, turbot, ray, and wrasse.
Additionally, night fishing for conger and huss is often enhanced by the spectacular sunsets that grace the North Cornish Coast.
For those who prefer boat fishing, Padstow Angling Centre offers trips aboard the Emma Kate II, a Lockin 33 fully licenced for 12 people, skippered by Lee Wicks. Whether you're interested in a 2-hour mackerel session, which is ideal for family fun, a 4-hour reef fishing trip for pollack, cod, and various other species, or an 8-hour reef or wreck fishing trip for the more dedicated angler, the Emma Kate II provides an exceptional fishing experience. Rods and reels can be supplied for all trips, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable adventure. With over 40 years of combined experience, Lee and John Wicks, who have been junior and senior Cornish boat champions in the past, will make sure your trip is unforgettable.
The newly refurbished Emma Kate II is a Lochin 33 powered by a Perkins Sabre 215hp turbocharged unit. It is fully approved and licenced for 12 passengers, with an MCA COP for 20 nautical miles. This clean and spacious boat offers a massive deck space for a comfortable fishing experience.
At Padstow Angling Centre, whether you're a professional angler or a beginner, they strive to make your fishing trip enjoyable and unforgettable. With top-notch customer service and a wealth of expertise, you can trust Ed Schliffke and his team to provide you with the utmost assistance and guidance.
For bookings and inquiries, contact Padstow Angling Centre at 01841 532762. They are conveniently located at The Drang, South Quay, Padstow, Cornwall PL28 8BL.
Join Ed Schliffke for an exciting fishing experience by contacting him directly at 07929233902 or via email at schlff@aol. Com.
For fly-fishing enthusiasts, contact Mike Bryant at 01637 880877 or 07737321794, or email mcbryant@btinternet. Com.
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