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Peterhead Seafood Hub

Peterhead, situated on Scotland's north-east coast, is the UK's largest fishing port by volume and value. It serves as a vital hub for the Scottish fishing fleet, characterised by its bustling harbour and significant seafood industry presence.

Peterhead tide times today

• High water 01:26 (+1.4 m)
• Low water 07:25 (-1.3 m)
• High water 13:40 (+1.4 m)
• Low water 19:45 (-1.3 m)

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

Weather and sea conditions at Peterhead

4°C, partly cloudy; wind W 7 knots (force 3), gusts 13 knots; pressure 1008 hPa, steady; visibility good (29 km); waves 0.6 m; sea temperature 11.7°C.

7-day sea forecast for Peterhead

Day	Highest waves	Wind	Conditions
Wed 11 Nov	0.9 m	F4 W, gusts 26 kt	Moderate
Thu 12 Nov	1.7 m	F5 NW, gusts 38 kt	Rough
Fri 13 Nov	1.4 m	F5 W, gusts 24 kt	Moderate
Sat 14 Nov	1.3 m	F6 SW, gusts 29 kt	Rough
Sun 15 Nov	1 m	F4 N, gusts 18 kt	Moderate
Mon 16 Nov	0.9 m	F6 E, gusts 29 kt	Rough
Tue 17 Nov	3.1 m	F7 SE, gusts 41 kt	Rough

History

With a fishing heritage stretching back centuries, Peterhead's growth accelerated in the 19th century with the herring boom. It has consistently remained a cornerstone of the Scottish and wider UK seafood industry, adapting through various fishing eras.

Key Species

The port handles substantial landings of whitefish including cod, haddock, and saithe, alongside pelagic species like mackerel and herring, and shellfish such as langoustine.

Trade Role

Peterhead is a crucial first-sale market, home to a large fish market and numerous processors. It plays a pivotal role in supplying fresh seafood to domestic and international markets, driving significant economic activity.

Seafood Businesses near Peterhead

Species at Peterhead

🐟 Cod · 🐟 Haddock · 🐠 Mackerel · 🐠 Herring · 🦞 Langoustine

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