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Scarborough Seafood Hub

Scarborough, nestled on the North Yorkshire coast, is one of the UK's most historic fishing towns. Its natural harbour provides a safe haven for a diverse fleet, supporting a vibrant community deeply connected to the sea.

Scarborough tide times today

• High water 04:52 (+2.1 m)
• Low water 11:10 (-1.9 m)
• High water 17:07 (+2.1 m)
• Low water 23:28 (-1.9 m)

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

Weather and sea conditions at Scarborough

8°C, drizzle; wind N 3 knots (force 1), gusts 6 knots; pressure 1008 hPa, steady; visibility good (21 km); waves 0.6 m; sea temperature 11.6°C.

7-day sea forecast for Scarborough

Day	Highest waves	Wind	Conditions
Wed 11 Nov	1 m	F3 N, gusts 17 kt	Moderate
Thu 12 Nov	3.4 m	F4 NW, gusts 29 kt	Rough
Fri 13 Nov	3.1 m	F4 W, gusts 21 kt	Rough
Sat 14 Nov	1.6 m	F4 SW, gusts 19 kt	Rough
Sun 15 Nov	0.5 m	F3 SW, gusts 17 kt	Moderate
Mon 16 Nov	1.9 m	F3 NW, gusts 14 kt	Rough
Tue 17 Nov	1.7 m	F4 S, gusts 29 kt	Rough

History

With a fishing heritage stretching back centuries, Scarborough played a crucial role in the development of the North Sea fishing industry. Its iconic harbour has witnessed generations of fishermen bravely tackling the challenging waters, contributing significantly to the nation's food supply.

Key Species

The port is known for landings of crab and lobster, alongside whitefish such as cod, haddock, and plaice, and pelagic species like herring and mackerel.

Trade Role

Scarborough continues to be a vital hub for shellfish and whitefish, with local processors and wholesalers supplying both domestic markets and international exports, particularly for its prized crab and lobster.

Seafood Businesses near Scarborough

Species at Scarborough

🐟 Cod · 🐟 Haddock · 🐠 Mackerel · 🐠 Herring · 🐟 Plaice · 🦞 Lobster · 🦀 Crab

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