Spurn Head
FreeA narrow, shifting shingle spit reaching out from the Humber Estuary into the North Sea, giving anglers a choice of open sea marks on the seaward side and calmer estuary marks on the Humber side. A classic winter cod venue that also fishes well for flatfish and bass as the water warms.
Access: Free shore fishing; access via Spurn Road along the peninsula (lampposts 20-55 mark a popular winter cod stretch)
Parking: Access along Spurn Road; tidal and weather conditions can affect the road, check before travelling
Last updated: 14 August 2026
Species you can expect
| Species | Best season |
|---|---|
| Cod | Winter |
| Whiting | Winter |
| Flatfish | Spring, Summer |
| Bass | Summer |
Spurn Road itself (lampposts 20-55) is a known winter cod hotspot. The reserve is managed by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust; respect access rules and nesting/wildlife closures where signed.
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