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Harwich Stone Pier
FreeHarbour-wall mark at the historic port of Harwich, at the confluence of the Stour and Orwell estuaries opposite Felixstowe. Deep water close to the pier gives access to the same estuary-mouth species as Felixstowe across the water.
Access: Free shore access, no rod licence needed for sea fishing
Parking: Pay and display parking in Harwich old town, short walk to the harbourfront
Last updated: 29 July 2026
Species you can expect
| Species | Best season |
|---|---|
| Cod / codling | Winter |
| Whiting | Winter |
| Bass | Summer |
| Ray (thornback) | Summer |
| Sole | Summer |
| Flounder | Autumn, Winter |
| Dab | Winter |
Busy shipping channel, so fish clear of the ferry and container berths; peeler crab and lugworm are the local standard baits.
Sea fishing needs no rod licence anywhere in the UK - shore, boat or wreck marks are all licence-free.
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