Whitehead Promenade
FreeA seafront town on Belfast Lough's outer edge, with Marine Parade giving easy, level access to the water right in the village. Blackhead's rougher rock marks sit just around the headland for anglers who want a change of ground.
Access: Free shore access along the promenade, no rod licence needed for sea fishing
Parking: Roadside parking along Marine Parade
Last updated: 19 September 2026
Species you can expect
| Species | Best season |
|---|---|
| Dogfish | All |
| Rockling | All |
| Flounder | All |
| Dab | All |
| Cod | Winter |
| Whiting | Winter |
Fishing at high tide from the promenade brings dogfish, rockling, flounder and dab through most of the year, with cod and whiting adding to the mix in winter. It's a more comfortable, easier-access mark than the rough ground at nearby Blackhead, which needs the right conditions before it's worth the walk.
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