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Kings Lynn Seafood Hub

King's Lynn, a historic port town in Norfolk, England, sits on the River Great Ouse, close to The Wash. It's a traditional fishing community with a strong maritime heritage, serving as a vital hub for inshore and shellfish fisheries.

Kings Lynn tide times today

• Low water 02:38 (-1.9 m)
• High water 07:10 (+2.9 m)
• Low water 14:53 (-1.9 m)
• High water 19:26 (+2.9 m)

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

Weather and sea conditions at Kings Lynn

9°C, overcast; wind N 5 knots (force 2), gusts 9 knots; pressure 1006 hPa, steady; visibility good (11 km); waves 0.3 m; sea temperature 12.1°C.

7-day sea forecast for Kings Lynn

Day	Highest waves	Wind	Conditions
Wed 11 Nov	0.4 m	F3 NE, gusts 14 kt	Calm
Thu 12 Nov	1 m	F4 NW, gusts 25 kt	Moderate
Fri 13 Nov	1 m	F3 W, gusts 19 kt	Moderate
Sat 14 Nov	0.5 m	F3 S, gusts 13 kt	Moderate
Sun 15 Nov	0.2 m	F2 SE, gusts 8 kt	Calm
Mon 16 Nov	0.7 m	F4 E, gusts 17 kt	Moderate
Tue 17 Nov	0.6 m	F4 S, gusts 24 kt	Moderate

History

With roots stretching back to the 12th century, King's Lynn has a long and storied fishing history, particularly in the herring and shellfish trades. Its strategic location on the east coast made it a significant contributor to England's historical seafood supply.

Key Species

The port is well-known for landings of brown shrimp, cockles, mussels, and whelks, primarily from The Wash, alongside some finfish.

Trade Role

King's Lynn plays a crucial role in the regional shellfish supply chain, with local processors and wholesalers handling catches. Its proximity to rich fishing grounds ensures a consistent flow of fresh, high-quality seafood to domestic markets.

Seafood Businesses near Kings Lynn

Species at Kings Lynn

🦐 Shrimp · 🐚 Mussels · 🐚 Cockles · 🐚 Whelks

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