Chesil Beach Plaice, Rays & Smoothhounds

Experience the very best of Chesil Beach shore fishing with expert guide Ben Stockley. This focused session targets three of the beach’s most exciting and sought-after species — plaice, rays, and smoothhounds — right at the prime time of year for each.

Fishing the western end of the beach, Ben will use his decades of local knowledge to put you in the right place, at the right stage of the tide, with the right bait. You’ll learn how changing weather patterns, sea conditions, and tidal movement all influence the fishing — and how to adapt your approach for consistent success.

Whether you’re looking to catch your first plaice from the shingle, or refine your tactics for hard-fighting smoothhounds and powerful rays, Ben’s expert tuition and tactical insight will elevate your fishing to the next level.

What you’ll Learn:
 • How to target plaice, rays & smoothhounds effectively on Chesil Beach
 • Which tackle, rigs, and baits work best through the season
 • How tides, weather, and sea state affect feeding behaviour
 • Advanced casting and bait presentation techniques
 • Safe, efficient fishing practices for the western end of Chesil

Why Fish with The Gambling Angler?
 • Guided by top South Coast angler Ben Stockley
 • Small group sizes for personalised coaching
 • Sessions built around tides and real-time conditions
 • Proven rigs, bait tips, and expert guidance throughout

Join Ben for a day of focused, rewarding fishing on one of the UK’s most legendary beaches. Learn, improve, and experience the thrill of catching prime Chesil species at their very best.

Spaces are limited and in high demand during peak season — book your Chesil Beach: Plaice, Rays & Smoothhounds session now and make every cast count with The Gambling Angler.

Please note, all session times are approximate, you may be advised to arrive up to an hour before the session commences.

Once you have placed your booking, it will show in the bookings tab within your account. You will receive an email confirmation within 24 hours of placing your booking. Prices shown are per-person.