Unlocking the secrets

FLOWING OUT INTO THE WESTERN Solent at the very tail end of the spit well past Hurst Castle, the mouth of the Keyhaven River in Hampshire has a reputation for producing some quality bass on both lures and baits. However, you only get a very short window of opportunity.

With boats constantly navigating the narrow entrance of the river and heading up to Keyhaven, sessions are really only viable at either first light or dusk when their activity is at a minimum. Tidal conditions must also