Fishing Trips in Padstow

With five distinct trip types and private charter options, the Emma Kate offers more variety than almost any other charter boat operating off the North Cornwall coast. The right trip for you depends on your experience level, how long you have available, and what you'd like to target — and our skippers are always happy to advise before you book.

If you're new to sea fishing or travelling with children, start with the 2-hour mackerel trip. It's fast-paced, beginner-friendly and almost always produces plenty of action. Once you've done that, the 4-hour wreck and reef trip is the obvious next step — more time, more variety, further offshore.

For serious anglers who want to maximise their day, the 8-hour full day charter offers the most complete experience. With the time and range to reach deep offshore marks, you'll access species — tope, bream, ray, ling, conger — that shorter trips rarely reach.

All Fishing Trips from Padstow Include:

Regardless of which trip you choose, every Emma Kate booking includes all fishing rods, reels, terminal tackle and bait at no extra charge. The MCA-licensed LOCHIN 38 vessel is fully insured, all safety equipment is provided, and our skippers are with you throughout. You simply show up at Padstow harbour, PL28 8BY and we take care of the rest.

Experienced anglers are welcome to bring their own specialist gear on any trip at no charge. If you have specific species in mind or want to discuss which marks to fish, call us on 07970 595244 before booking and we'll plan the perfect day.

Why Fish with Emma Kate from Padstow?

Padstow sits at the mouth of the Camel Estuary on the North Atlantic-facing Cornwall coast — one of the most productive stretches of water in the British Isles. The combination of warm Gulf Stream currents, strong tidal flows and a complex seabed of wrecks, reefs and offshore banks creates exceptional fishing year-round.

The Emma Kate herself is one of the finest charter vessels operating in the South West. A LOCHIN 38 with twin 280hp Iveco engines, she reaches the best marks fast and handles the sometimes challenging North Cornwall sea conditions with ease. Skippers Lee and John bring 40+ combined years of fishing experience on this specific coastline — the knowledge that only comes from spending thousands of hours on these exact waters.

Private Charter Fishing Cornwall — When to Book Exclusively

Any of our trips can be booked as a private charter — exclusive use of the Emma Kate for your group. This is the best option for groups of 6 or more (the per-person cost often matches the shared rate), for special occasions, or for fishing clubs who want a dedicated specialist session targeting specific species. See the full private charter page for pricing, occasion ideas and the enquiry form.

To book any trip, call 07970 595244, email mail@emmakate2.com, or use the booking links on each trip section above. Availability fills quickly in summer — particularly July, August and September — so we recommend booking as far in advance as possible.