The Boathouse Fishmonger in Hythe, Kent, is a family-run business founded in 2018 by Cieron Bull and Richard Honeyball, who together bring over 40 years of fishmongering expertise. From their High Street shop and bistro, they offer a wide selection of freshly landed, sustainably sourced seafood with full traceability back to the boat. Their counter changes daily with the tides, featuring Kent’s finest Dover sole, turbot, brill, cod, hake and mackerel, alongside shellfish such as lobster, crab, oysters, mussels, and scallops. When local isn’t available, they source trusted British favourites including Loch Duart salmon, Shetland mussels and hand-dived scallops. Shoppers can also enjoy smoked fish, seafood platters, dressed crabs, fishcakes, pies and other homemade deli staples that make mealtimes simple yet special. As well as retail, The Boathouse supplies and delivers wholesale fish and shellfish to restaurants and retailers across Kent. Years of experience mean they know exactly which boats land the freshest catches and whose methods are the most sustainable. Their knowledge of the industry ensures chefs and customers alike can rely on exceptional quality and responsible sourcing. For those keen to learn more, The Boathouse also runs fish filleting courses, sharing professional skills with home cooks. And with online ordering, national delivery and a bistro space on-site, The Boathouse has become a hub for seafood lovers near and far. Open Tuesday to Saturday, it’s the place to discover the very best of Britain’s seas - fresh, traceable, and always full of flavour.

What do you sell?

At The Boathouse Fishmonger, the counter is brimming with freshly landed seasonal fish such as Dover sole, turbot, brill, cod, hake and mackerel, alongside a rich variety of shellfish including lobster, crab, mussels, oysters and scallops. When local catches aren’t available, trusted British favourites like Loch Duart salmon and Shetland mussels take centre stage, ensuring quality and sustainability. Beyond raw fish, the shop offers smoked fish, seafood platters, dressed crabs and a range of homemade deli favourites from fishcakes to hearty pies. With a bistro menu, national delivery boxes and even fish filleting courses, The Boathouse makes seafood accessible in every form.

Which local producers do you stock?

The Boathouse Finshmongers sources from local fishing boats and when local produce is not available, from fish suppliers further afield that they know and trust.

Opening Hours / Delivery Days

Order online for nationwide delivery. Fishmongers is open Open Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, closed on Sundays and Mondays Bistro is open Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 am – 9:00 pm, with evening service available from 5:00 pm onward (reservations require a £10 per head deposit)

Website

https://www.theboathousefisheries.co.uk

Address Summary

11-13 High St, Hythe CT21 5AD