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Swansea Seafood Hub

Swansea, a historic port city on the south coast of Wales, has a small commercial fishing presence within the Bristol Channel. While its industrial past is well-known, Swansea maintains a vibrant connection to the sea, supporting a local fleet and seafood businesses.

Swansea tide times today

• Low water 00:44 (-3.6 m)
• High water 07:03 (+3.7 m)
• Low water 12:59 (-3.5 m)
• High water 19:17 (+3.4 m)

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

Weather and sea conditions at Swansea

9°C, overcast; wind E 6 knots (force 2), gusts 11 knots; pressure 1005 hPa, rising slowly; visibility good (11 km); waves 1 m; sea temperature 12.4°C.

7-day sea forecast for Swansea

Day	Highest waves	Wind	Conditions
Wed 11 Nov	1 m	F3 NE, gusts 15 kt	Moderate
Thu 12 Nov	0.7 m	F3 N, gusts 17 kt	Moderate
Fri 13 Nov	0.3 m	F3 N, gusts 11 kt	Calm
Sat 14 Nov	0.4 m	F3 E, gusts 13 kt	Calm
Sun 15 Nov	0.9 m	F3 E, gusts 13 kt	Moderate
Mon 16 Nov	1 m	F4 SE, gusts 29 kt	Moderate
Tue 17 Nov	2 m	F4 SW, gusts 29 kt	Rough

History

Historically, Swansea's fishing industry thrived alongside its coal and copper trades, with a significant fleet contributing to the Welsh economy. The port played a vital role in supplying fresh fish to inland markets, evolving with changing fishing technologies and regulations over centuries.

Key Species

Key species landed and processed include bass, sole, hake, cod, crab, lobster, and whelks, reflecting the diverse marine life of the Bristol Channel.

Trade Role

Today, Swansea serves as a landing point for inshore vessels, with local processors and wholesalers supplying fresh Welsh seafood to regional markets and beyond, contributing to both domestic and international trade.

Seafood Businesses near Swansea

Species at Swansea

🐟 Cod · 🐟 Sole · 🦞 Lobster · 🦀 Crab · 🐚 Whelks

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