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See Over 160 Species of Fish on the Billingsgate Fish Market Tour

by The Foodie Travel Guide | Oct 17, 2019

Billingsgate Fish Market Tour, London Docklands, London

Located in London’s Docklands, Billingsgate recently became the subject of its own BBC documentary. The market supplies London and most of the South East with fresh fish from around the world. Take the Billingsgate Fish Market tour and discover more.

Get Up Early and Shop For Fish

Members of the public are very welcome at the market too. There is no requirement to buy in bulk but you’re advised to arrive at around 7 o’clock in the morning when most of the serious trade business has been done. Keep in mind that traders aren’t officially allowed to fillet and prepare fish for you. All purchases are cash only and you’ll find the prices are considerably cheaper than the supermarket.

If you arrive at 9 o’clock on a Saturday morning, you’ll be too late. After a busy week, the traders will be packing up and heading home
Don’t forget to bring a cool bag with you
Children under the age of 12 are not permitted on the Market Floor

Places to Stay Near Billingsgate Fish Market

If you’re planning to take a course at Billingsgate Seafood School, a convenient place to stay nearby is The Royal Foundation of St Katharine. The charitable foundation is in the City’s Limehouse area. It offers a peaceful location and good value accommodation.

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Billingsgate Market Tour, Trafalgar Way, Poplar, Docklands, London E14 5ST

Website: www.seafoodtraining.org

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Sally is the founder and editor of The Foodie Travel Guide. She travels around the UK and beyond in search of the best foodie days out, tasting experiences and delicious places to stay. She loves a glass of English sparkling wine, afternoon tea with friends and escaping London for gastronomic adventures.