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Boston Seafood Hub

Boston, nestled on The Wash in Lincolnshire, is a historic port with a strong maritime tradition. Its fishing fleet works the shellfish grounds of the Wash.

Boston tide times today

• Low water 01:33 (-2.5 m)
• High water 07:03 (+3.2 m)
• Low water 13:44 (-2.5 m)
• High water 19:20 (+3.2 m)

UK time. Heights relative to mean sea level, not chart datum. Not for navigation.

Weather and sea conditions at Boston

9°C, overcast; wind N 6 knots (force 2), gusts 12 knots; pressure 1006 hPa, steady; visibility good (20 km); waves 0.4 m offshore; sea temperature 12.2°C.

7-day sea forecast for Boston

Day	Highest waves	Wind	Conditions
Wed 11 Nov	0.5 m	F5 NE, gusts 22 kt	Moderate
Thu 12 Nov	0.7 m	F5 NW, gusts 24 kt	Moderate
Fri 13 Nov	0.6 m	F5 NW, gusts 23 kt	Moderate
Sat 14 Nov	0.4 m	F4 SW, gusts 19 kt	Calm
Sun 15 Nov	0.1 m	F3 S, gusts 14 kt	Calm
Mon 16 Nov	0.5 m	F4 SW, gusts 21 kt	Moderate
Tue 17 Nov	0.6 m	F5 S, gusts 27 kt	Moderate

History

With roots stretching back to medieval times, Boston's fishing heritage is deeply ingrained. It once thrived as a major Hanseatic League port, and its fishing industry has consistently adapted through centuries, playing a vital role in regional food supply.

Key Species

Landings centre on shellfish from the Wash, including brown shrimp, cockles and mussels, alongside some finfish.

Trade Role

Boston's catch supplies shellfish processors and merchants in Lincolnshire and beyond, with onward distribution to UK markets.

Seafood Businesses near Boston

Species at Boston

🦐 Shrimp · 🐚 Mussels · 🐚 Cockles

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