Find a Fishing Boat for Sea and Lake Fishing
Looking to get out on the water rather than just the shoreline? Whether it’s the sea or serene lakes, finding the right fishing boat makes all the difference. Here’s your guide to boat hire and sea-fishing charters across the UK—with helpful links and a nod to an inflatable boating option we covered previously.
1. Sea Fishing Charters – Go Offshore with Ease
- CharterBoats UK Directory
- Explore an extensive list of charter options across the country—from Fish On 2 in Weymouth targeting cod, bream, rays, and more, to specialist tuna and wreck trips.
Charter Boats UKAngling Trust
Brighton Charter Fishing – Grey Viking II
A popular choice for deep-sea angling on the South Coast. This 38ft, 440 hp Aquastar Pro-Fisherman vessel offers wreck, reef, and ground fishing for cod, pollack, ling, and more. Equipment is available onboard, with full help offered for beginners.
Brighton Charter Fishing on Grey Viking
2. Lake Fishing Boat Hire – Peaceful Waters Await
- Llangorse Lake Boat Hire (Brecon Beacons)
Hire fishing boats year-round at this scenic lake. Open on weekends and school holidays, with buoyancy aids included. Bookable online.
Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales - Windermere Motor Boat Hire – Low Wood Bay, Lake District
Self-drive fishing boats with 6 hp outboards are available for 4 or 8-hour sessions—ideal for exploring Windermere at your own pace.
English Lakes - South West Lakes Trust Boat Hire
Boats for up to two anglers are available at venues such as Roadford, Siblyback, and Stithians lakes for just £17.50 per day.
swlakestrust.org.uk
3. DIY Option: Inflatable Tender
If you’re after a compact, easy-to-transport boat—and especially if you remember our Inflatable Boat 3D Tender World Travel 235 review—this lightweight tender is a solid alternative. We tested it with a Mariner 3.3hp outboard in Brightlingsea, where it handled low/medium waves superbly—perfect for quick lake or sheltered sea trips.
