Fish Index — UK, Ireland & Nordic Fish & Seafood Industry Directory

Hull Seafood Hub

Hull, located on the Humber Estuary in East Yorkshire, was once the UK's largest deep-sea fishing port. While its trawler fleet has diminished, it remains a significant maritime city with a proud connection to the fishing industry.

Hull tide times today

• Low water 01:11 (-2.8 m)
• High water 06:57 (+3.0 m)
• Low water 13:26 (-2.8 m)
• High water 19:15 (+3.1 m)

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

Weather and sea conditions at Hull

7°C, overcast; wind N 5 knots (force 2), gusts 10 knots; pressure 1007 hPa, steady; visibility good (11 km); waves 0.5 m offshore; sea temperature 10.5°C.

7-day sea forecast for Hull

Day	Highest waves	Wind	Conditions
Wed 11 Nov	0.5 m	F4 NE, gusts 20 kt	Moderate
Thu 12 Nov	1.6 m	F4 NW, gusts 28 kt	Rough
Fri 13 Nov	1.4 m	F5 W, gusts 23 kt	Moderate
Sat 14 Nov	0.8 m	F4 SW, gusts 20 kt	Moderate
Sun 15 Nov	0.3 m	F4 W, gusts 16 kt	Calm
Mon 16 Nov	1.1 m	F8 S, gusts 45 kt	Rough
Tue 17 Nov	1.1 m	F8 S, gusts 46 kt	Rough

History

Hull's fishing heritage is legendary, with its distant-water trawlers supplying the nation for over a century. The 'Headscarf Revolutionaries' played a pivotal role in improving safety at sea, marking a significant chapter in UK maritime history.

Key Species

Historically, cod and haddock were paramount. Today, Hull's processing sector handles a diverse range of species, including whitefish, shellfish, and pelagic species, sourced globally.

Trade Role

Hull remains a vital hub for seafood processing, cold storage, and distribution. Numerous processors and wholesalers operate here, serving both the domestic market and facilitating international trade.

Seafood Businesses near Hull

Species at Hull

🐟 Cod · 🐟 Haddock

Tide times for Hull →

Browse all fishing ports → · Browse the full directory →