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Dunbar Seafood Hub

Dunbar, nestled on Scotland's picturesque East Lothian coast, is a historic fishing town with a vibrant maritime heritage. Its harbour has long provided a safe haven for fishing vessels, contributing significantly to the local economy and community identity.

Dunbar tide times today

• High water 03:10 (+2.0 m)
• Low water 09:01 (-1.8 m)
• High water 15:24 (+2.0 m)
• Low water 21:19 (-1.8 m)

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

Weather and sea conditions at Dunbar

3°C, partly cloudy; wind SW 6 knots (force 2), gusts 11 knots; pressure 1010 hPa, steady; visibility good (15 km); waves 0.3 m; sea temperature 10°C.

7-day sea forecast for Dunbar

Day	Highest waves	Wind	Conditions
Wed 11 Nov	0.5 m	F3 SW, gusts 15 kt	Moderate
Thu 12 Nov	1.1 m	F4 NW, gusts 27 kt	Moderate
Fri 13 Nov	1 m	F4 W, gusts 22 kt	Moderate
Sat 14 Nov	0.7 m	F4 SW, gusts 23 kt	Moderate
Sun 15 Nov	0.9 m	F3 SW, gusts 17 kt	Moderate
Mon 16 Nov	1 m	F4 E, gusts 22 kt	Moderate
Tue 17 Nov	1.9 m	F5 S, gusts 33 kt	Rough

History

With roots tracing back centuries, Dunbar's fishing industry flourished, particularly in herring and whitefish. The port played a crucial role in Scotland's traditional fishing fleet, supporting generations of families and contributing to the nation's seafood supply during its peak.

Key Species

Today, Dunbar remains active, with creel boats landing high-quality langoustines, crabs, and lobsters. Some whitefish, such as cod and haddock, are also occasionally landed.

Trade Role

The port primarily serves as a landing point for inshore creel fisheries. Landings are typically sold to local merchants and processors, supplying both domestic and international markets for premium shellfish.

Seafood Businesses near Dunbar

Species at Dunbar

🐟 Cod · 🐟 Haddock

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