Unfortunately
for sea anglers Scarborough Borough Council have had coastal
defences built from Royal Albert Drive, along the entire length
of Marine Drive and along most of the outer side of the east
pier. The acropods, which are huge interlocking concrete blocks,
make it almost impossible to retrieve a fish or line.
There are one or two spots where with great
care during calm seas access could be gained to the waters
edge, though I would not recommend this.
Near to the east pier is Marine Drive which
was renowned throughout the UK for it's fantastic cod fishing.
This is now virtually impossible to fish. Some locals still
manage to fish it using ropes and ladders to get to the waters
edge at low water, but it's very risky.
Scarborough Borough Council appear to have
had no consideration whatsoever when it came to ensuring that
sea anglers, who bring so much money into their local economy,
have access to these once famous venues. We don't ask for
a lot - just access!
Caution:
Fishing
during big tides and rough seas could be dangerous at this
venue.
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