Down The Cove

Cadgwith

Places & SpeciesSouth Coast
Cadgwith

Cadgwith Cove is pretty fishing village on the east side of the Lizard peninsula. In recent years it has enjoyed fame as the location for the filming of 'The Apprentice Fisherman' starring Monty Hall. Cadgwith is a working fishing village with the heart of the village being around the cove area.

Cadgwith has two beaches - a northern beach (where the fishing boats are located) and a southern beach. These are separated by a headland known as 'The Todden'.

Sea Fishing in this area

This area is good for bass fishing and flatfish. Other species caught in this area include mackerel, pollack, wrasse and the odd gurnard.

Browse coastline guides