i'm going to be in brighton for work in the second week of october, and couldn't help but notice the long stretches of beach.

i also can't seem to find any info online regarding fly fishing the surf and if i need a license or if its even legal?

if so, what species are in the area this time of year?

any info would be greatly appreciated.

No license required read this:-
http://sea-angling.org.uk/vbf/showthread.php?t=4566

Welcome to the forum.

Jim

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Watch your back cast on the beach to the left of the pier, you wouldnt want to snag your flies in a bush down there.

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thanks for the quick reply.

is a 9wt with intermediate line too much? i'm assuming baitfish and minnow patterns as well?

yet.....:d:d

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