Coached sea fishing trip with The Gambling Angler – casting off from the shore
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Fishing. Adventure. Coaching.

Whether you're new to angling or looking to sharpen your skills, The Gambling Angler offers expert coaching and guided sessions across the stunning Bristol Channel coast and beyond. Learn the tactics, build your confidence, and enjoy a memorable day's fishing with a seasoned guide by your side.

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Join us for a Guided Sea Angling Session

I’m Jansen — The Gambling Angler — and we offer friendly, down-to-earth coaching and guided sea fishing trips along the UK coast. Whether you're completely new to angling or want to sharpen your skills, we'll tailor each session to suit your experience. It’s all about learning, enjoying the water, and landing some great fish together. Come and fish with us — Let's take on the great outdoors!

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Your fishing- Your choice

Whether you're just dipping your toes into the world of sea angling, chasing that elusive dream catch, or itching to cast a line in a specific spot that's always felt just out of reach — we're here to turn your fishing goals into reality. From first casts to lifelong quests, we've got you covered. If you don’t see it here, just reach out — let’s create the perfect angling adventure together. These are our most sought-after experiences.

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Upcoming Guided Sessions

Join us on the Coast

Ready to level up your sea angling skills or just fancy a day out on the water? Check out our latest coaching and guided sessions — perfect for beginners, improvers, or anyone keen to fish with friendly, expert support. Spaces are limited, so grab your spot and let’s go fishing!

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£30.00
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Chesil Beach mixed summer species
Session Date
Fri 4th Jul 2025

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10:00 PM
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£25.00
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Beginners and improvers
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Thu 10th Jul 2025

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£25.00
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Beginners and improvers
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Thu 24th Jul 2025

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£25.00
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Beginners and improvers
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Thu 31st Jul 2025

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11:00 AM
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£25.00
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Beginners and improvers
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Thu 7th Aug 2025

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2:30 PM

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6:30 PM
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£30.00
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Target Smoothhounds on the Bristol Channel
Session Date
Thu 7th Aug 2025

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7:00 PM
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£30.00
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Chesil Beach Plaice & Sole Fishing
Session Date
Fri 8th Aug 2025

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10:15 PM
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£25.00
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Beginners and improvers
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Thu 14th Aug 2025

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1:00 PM
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£30.00
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Chesil Beach Plaice Fishing
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Sat 16th Aug 2025

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9:15 AM

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3:15 PM
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£25.00
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Beginners and improvers
Session Date
Thu 21st Aug 2025

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8:00 PM
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£30.00
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Chesil Beach Plaice & Sole Fishing
Session Date
Sat 23rd Aug 2025

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11:15 PM
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£30.00
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Target Smoothhounds on the Bristol Channel
Session Date
Wed 3rd Sep 2025

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7:00 PM

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11:00 PM
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£25.00
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Beginners and improvers
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Thu 4th Sep 2025

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1:00 PM

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5:00 PM
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£30.00
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Chesil Beach mixed summer species
Session Date
Sun 7th Sep 2025

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3:00 PM

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8:00 PM
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£30.00
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Chesil Beach Plaice & Sole Fishing
Session Date
Sat 20th Sep 2025

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4:00 PM

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10:00 PM

 Big Conger eel
Price P/H
£30.00
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Target Conger eels on the Bristol Channel
Session Date
Thu 9th Oct 2025

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6:00 PM

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10:00 PM

 Big Conger eel
Price P/H
£30.00
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Target Conger eels on the Bristol Channel
Session Date
Thu 6th Nov 2025

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8:00 PM
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£30.00
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Target Cod on the Bristol Channel
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Thu 11th Dec 2025

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2:00 PM

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6:00 PM

Tips, Tactics & Tales

Read My Latest Blogs & Fishing Guides

From sea fishing techniques to gear advice and stories from the water, my blog is where I share everything I’ve learned (and keep learning) as The Gambling Angler. Whether you're after practical tips or a good read with your morning brew, dive into my latest posts and get inspired for your next trip.

Trusted by Anglers Across the Coast

Don’t just take our word for it — see what fellow anglers have to say about their time with The Gambling Angler. From expert guidance to unforgettable sessions at sea, we are making waves.

Smoothhounds

Despite picking the hottest day of the year 31 degrees the session was as productive as normal. This is my fourth trip with Jansen and the previous ones it did not disappoint. The target was the Bristol Channel Smoothounds and my particular target was to get a PB. Jansen is always full of confidence and quickly conveyed that we had a good chance of a few fish and possibly that double i was after. We made the long walk to the mark but Jansen ensures no one is out of their comfort zone and safety is paramount. While waiting for the ebbing tide to reveal the mark Jansen explained what we would be fishing over, rigs and baits. The temprature was unbearable but we found a little shade and peservered. With the mark exposed we set about rigging the rod and once again Jansen ran through the rigs and the baiting up. With the rod out in the tide it was a case of seeing if the Hounds were up for it. Probably 30 minutes past when the rod gentle sprung back and a delicate bite developed, not the usual slam over associated with hounds but Jansen did say they were behaving like this. I wound down to a fish that was determined to find every hump and weed bed eventually my first hound was landed. The next fish was the one i was after and pulled the scales down to 11lb 2oz and a new PB. Happy days my target achieved we fished on and i added another two hounds before we lost the tide. Yet another great session and it was really great to catch up with Jansen, i shall be booking up again in the autumn and i cant recomend him enough. If your a beginner or a seasoned angler that wants to learn about the Bristol Channel then get a session booked you wont regret it.

— Steve Dawe

Coaching

Had a great coaching session with Jansen talking tackle, rods, reels and tactics, even made a new friend I’m going back out on the catch. Local knowledge is key and there’s not many if anyone better than Jansen.

— Stuart Jones

Jansen’s knowledge is incredible.

Really enjoyable experience. Jansen’s knowledge is incredible. I learned a lot for the session. I will definitely be booking again

— Kyle Annis

Great Day Out

Great day out definitely worth the 5 hours driving. Plenty of fish caught. we will be back again soon.

— Raffo

Great experience

A very positive experience being guided by The Gambling Angler. 
Attention to detail was something to behold. 
Supplied bait, rigs and weights, all included in the price.
Good communication before the date which lead to an easy RVP. 
Location; discussion on how the mark would be fishing.
Fishing; discussion on bait and how to present it, and why we were using the particular rig.
Good company though out the day.
A worthwhile experience, looking forward to my next session.

— Andrew Newby

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