[Mr. X]

Sounds like a good day & catch considering TecDave. Forecast looks very windy for the weekend so far - not good.

Yes, I went spearing on the Lizard a couple of years ago. Quite good. Search the Cornwall threads (2006?) - I did a summary of spots I visited or planned to next time. I believe Podge went down there too. We stayed mainly on the east side for shelter (although there are excellent beaches & surfing on the west side). I particularly liked Porthaustok (sp?) but it has a slate beach & working quarry, which will not suit everyone. Manacle point has a strong current and some big fish. I forget the name of the places I visited - check the article. I found late in the week that the harbour near where we stayed was as good as anywhere, with some large mullet and smaller bass. I seem to recall that diving is not allowed at Lizard Point itself.

Pick up the detailed OS map that covers the whole area (Ranger series?). It'll probably pay for itself in petrol saved, as many of the cut throughs are not sign posted. Useful for evaluating potential dive sites too.