United Kingdom · Spearfishing zone
UK tidal/marine coastal waters (general)
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at UK tidal/marine coastal waters (general).
Recreational spearfishing is permitted in tidal sea waters around the UK coast, by freediving or snorkelling, subject to species rules, size and bag limits, MPA exclusions and local IFCA bylaws. No national spearfishing licence is required for sea fish.
What applies here
Restrictions
Specific rules and limits that apply within this area.
Sea/tidal water only (freshwater banned); no scuba or surface-supplied air; protected species and minimum sizes apply; avoid MCZs/SACs, harbours, estuaries, marine infrastructure and designated bathing beaches; check local IFCA bylaws.
Source
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for United Kingdom
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.