Grays Wharf
FreeA wide-open Thames mark on the north bank at Grays, fishing best around high tide when the water is choppy and coloured. Lugworm and ragworm are the standard all-round baits here for a mixed bag of whiting, cod, flounder and pouting, with the occasional bass turning up too.
Access: Free shore access along the Thames foreshore at Grays, no rod licence needed for sea fishing
Parking: Parking near Grays town centre and the riverside walkway
Last updated: 15 September 2026
Species you can expect
| Species | Best season |
|---|---|
| Whiting | All-year |
| Cod | Winter |
| Flounder | All-year |
| Pouting | All-year |
| Bass | Summer |
Lugworm and ragworm cover most species here and are both good all-round baits. Best fished around high tide, and the source specifically notes it fishes better when the water is choppy and coloured rather than flat calm.
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