Fish Index — UK, Ireland & Nordic Fish & Seafood Industry Directory
Anchovies, small oily fish, are increasingly important in UK/Irish seafood, primarily imported but with growing interest in local catches, particularly in the English Channel and Celtic Sea.
Peak season for European anchovies is typically May to September. Sourcing from the Mediterranean is year-round, with specific local quotas influencing availability.
Stock health varies by region; some Mediterranean stocks are healthy, others are overfished. Buyers should seek MSC-certified or responsibly managed sources to ensure sustainability.
Highly prized for their intense flavour, anchovies are used in sauces, pizzas, salads, and as a savoury condiment. Popular in cured, salted, and oil-packed forms.
The UK and Ireland primarily import processed anchovy products. Growing interest in local fisheries could see increased landings in southern UK ports.
London, Greater London
Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Falmouth, Cornwall
York, North Yorkshire
BOW, LONDON
Hove, East Sussex
London, Greater London
GRIMSBY, Lincolnshire
Urk
Swanage, Dorset
Chepstow, Monmouthshire
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire