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Fisheries & Aquaculture

  • Aquaculture without Frontiers Founded in 2004 by Michael New, OBE Aquaculture without Frontiers (AwF) is an independent non-profit organisation that promotes and supports responsible and sustainable aquaculture and the alleviation of poverty by improving livelihoods in developing countries.
  • Bite Back Shark & Marine Conservation Bite-Back is an influential and pioneering shark and marine conservation organisation with a mission to halt the trade and consumption of vulnerable fish species, promote sustainable fishing, protect ocean habitats and inspire worldwide respect for the marine environment.
  • Centre for Environment, Fisheries & Aquaculture Science Cefas is an internationally renowned aquatic scientific research and consultancy centre. We aim to be the prime source of high quality science used to conserve and enhance the aquatic environment, promote sustainable management of its natural resources, and protect the public from aquatic contaminants.
  • Cornwall IFCA, Inshore Fisheries & Conservation Authority Cornwall IFCA is responsible for marine fisheries and environmental management in our inshore waters and estuaries. Cornwall IFCA will lead, champion and manage a sustainable marine environment and inshore fisheries. It will do this by successfully securing the right balance between environmental and economic benefits to ensure healthy seas, sustainable fisheries and a viable future.
  • The Duchy Fish Quota Company The Duchy Fish Quota Company was established in 2001 by members of the fishing industry who were extremely concerned at the trade in fish quota and the impact this is having on the Cornish fishing industry.
  • European Community Reference Laboratory for Crustacean Diseases Increasing production and the movement of live and commodity products have led to the emergence of several internationally important crustacean diseases in recent years – these impacting upon farm production and the potential for future expansion to meet global needs.
  • Fish Fight – Half of all fish caught in the North Sea are thrown back overboard dead. Join Hugh’s Fish Fight and stop discards.
  • Greenpeace – Support the ‘Be a Fisherman’s Friend’ campaign today. We want a Common Fisheries Policy that supports sustainable fishing, ends discards and puts the health of our seas first.
  • Marks & Spencer Marks & Spencer has been recognised as a leading global retailer for sustainable fishing and has supported the National Lobster Hatchery.
  • Martins Seafresh Order the finest fresh fish and seafood online, delivered nationwide direct from Cornwall. Fish for Thought and Martins Seafresh take a proactive approach to the sustainability and environmental issues affecting our industry.
  • More Fish – Our More Fish campaign is all about making sure we protect a very precious natural resource. Not just for the sake of our seas, but for everyone who loves fish as food or relies on it for their livelihood.
  • Newlyn Harbour, Englands largest fishing port.
  • Norwegian Lobster Farm A/S A site about Norwegian lobster farming.
  • Ocean 2012 Transforming European Fisheries – A coalition dedicated to ensuring that the 2012 reform of the EU Common Fisheries Policy stops overfishing, ends destructive fishing practices and delivers fair and equitable use of healthy fish stocks.
  • The Shark Trust is the UK charity for shark conservation. The Trust works to advance the worldwide conservation of sharks through science, education, influence and action.
  • Shellfish Association of Great Britain The industry’s trade body based at Fishmongers’ Hall, London. Our membership is composed of shellfish farmers, groups of fishermen, commercial traders and companies, many of the Sea Fisheries Committees, but also organisations such as Seafish, as well as experts, scientists and consultants.
  • Sustainable Fish City With your help, London could become the first ever Sustainable Fish City. Protect precious marine environments and fishing livelihoods, call for fish to be bought from sustainable sources.
  • The Sustainable Restaurant Association is a not for profit membership organisation helping restaurants become more sustainable and diners make more sustainable choices when dining out.
  • W Harvey & Sons has its own small fleet of shellfish boats operating from Newlyn, but acts as a major south west shellfish merchant, buying catches from vessels all over Cornwall, Devon and beyond. Shellfishing is an environmentally sound fishery. It does not kill porpoises, dolphins or seals. Anything that is too small from the pot is put back into the sea to carry on breeding , as are berried lobsters and crabs.
  • Wings of St Mawes, The Cornish Fishmonger A long established Cornish business offering lobster and other seafood to customers nationwide. ‘I’ve been buying fish and seafood from local fishermen since the early 1980′s, during this time I’ve seen plenty of changes in the fishing industry, most for the better but some not so good. We are committed to a healthy future for Cornish fish and fishing. We fully support the responsible fishing schemes operated by the Seafish Industry Authority’.

Conservation

  • Blue Marine Foundation is a new UK charity founded in 2010 by the people behind the film The End of the Line. BLUE exists to fix the largest solvable problem on the planet – the crisis in the oceans.
  • Client Earth is an organisation of activist lawyers committed to securing a healthy planet. We work in Europe and beyond, bringing together law, science and policy to create progmatic solutions to key environmental challenges.
  • The End of the Line is not against fishing. It is not against eating fish. But it is for a responsible attitude towards the oceans. We hope that when people buy fish in a shop or in restaurant, they will ask where it comes from; whether it is from a sustainable source, whether it is an endangered or over-exploited species.
  • Fish2Fork Find out where you can eat fish with a clear conscience. This website rates restaurants that serve fish, not only for the quality of their food but also for the effect they are having on the seas and on marine life.
  • Fishing for Litter South West Project is a collaboration between KIMO and Seafood Cornwall Training Ltd to encourage skippers of fishing vessels to land litter they catch in their nets during their normal fishing activities.
  • Good Catch Good Catch provide clear, consistent information and practical support and training, specifically designed to help restaurants and related businesses improve the sustainability of the seafood they buy, serve and promote.
  • Marine Conservation Society MCS campaigns for clean seas and beaches, sustainable fisheries, and protection for all marine life.
  • Pure Blue Water donate at least 10% of its profits each year to keep our oceans, seas and coastlines fit for life, ensuring the water and natural water sports are safeguarded and treasured for the next generation to enjoy as we and tens of thousands do each year.
  • River Cottage Sustainability at River Cottage, Targeting zero carbon . . .
  • Save our Seas Foundation Its purpose is to implement and support diverse programmes aimed at education, protection and conservation of the marine environment around the world.
  • The Lobster Conservancy Sustaining a thriving lobster fishery through science and community.
  • World Wildlife Fund As part of the international WWF network, WWF-UK addresses global threats to people and nature such as climate change, the peril to endangered species and habitats, and the unsustainable consumption of the world’s natural resources.

Educational Establishments

Anything Fishy

  • Crabstock Festival – A weekend Seafood Festival 21st & 22nd April 2012 of which we, the National Lobster Hatchery has been chosen as a beneficiary. Hosted and organised by The Lamb Inn, Great Rissington, Gloucestershire.
  • Fresh from the Sea, in Port Isaac specialises in sustainable Cornish Fish, Mackerel and Pollack that are caught by Calum using a handline. Calum has his own boat to catch crab and lobster that are brought straight up the hill to the fresh fish shop – it really is FRESH from the sea. Both are recognised as sustainable fisheries by the MSC.
  • The Harbour Restaurant, Port Isaac is a cosy, intimate restaurant in a stunning location, nestled at the top of the slipway in Port Isaac. Chef and owner Emily Scott brings classical French training to the best Cornish produce. Her regularly changing menus make the most of seasonal ingredients and freshly-caught Cornish fish.
  • Indaba Fish and Seafood Restaurant in Truro and a brand new experience on the beach at Falmouth, showcases what can be done with quality Cornish Seafood and a talented chef. SPONSOR OF THE NLH.
  • Lobster Anywhere.com An American Shellfish Wholesaler with some mouth watering platters of lobsters and shellfish.
  • New England Cooking Recipes and cooking guides for every kind of shellfish and seafood you can imagine; from New England.
  • Palace Hotel Manchester Right in the heart of vibrant Manchester on the popular Oxford Road, sits the iconic four-star Palace Hotel with its distinctive clock tower that towers over the Manchester skyline. SPONSOR OF THE NLH.
  • Rock Oyster Festival -22nd – 24th June 2012 From our celebration of the Oyster to the best local produce that Cornwall has to offer there will be plenty of food and drink to sample and buy to go. Cooking demonstrations, live music, childrens entertainment and camping. The National Lobster Hatchery has been nominated as a beneficiary for 2012.
  • Sankey’s Restaurants Kent Dining Pub of the Year 2008, Seafood Brasserie & Oyster Bar. Matthew Sankey buys all his lobsters from Cornwall as he believes them to be the best in the world. As a keen supporter of the Lobster Hatchery and the Cornish fishery, he has agreed to donate the cost of raising and releasing a lobster back into the wild, for every Lobster that is served in Sankey’s. SPONSOR OF THE NLH.
  • Seabed Informatics Ltd A source of marine sciences and nautical ebooks, books, software, news and consultancy. Trevor Corson, Author of ‘The Secret Life of Lobsters’ and known as ‘The Lobster Sex Guy’ – he travels around the USA giving presentations that use humour to teach biology and conservation.
  • http://www.trevorcorson.com/main/buy.html
  • UW Photo A great Norwegian site for underwater images.
  • Felicity Sylvester (Lobster Hypnotist & Course Tutor) – Felicity runs seafood cookery workshops and courses. Tel. 01579 343341

Tourist Information in and around Padstow

  • Atlantic Bays Holiday Park offers self-catering Chalet, Touring, Caravan and Camping facilities, set amidst 27 acres of peaceful parkland near Padstow, Cornwall.
  • Chycor Tourist information for Padstow and Cornwall (accommodation, restaurants, attractions, activities)
  • coast Cornwall Sustainable Tourism Project Working with everyone involved in tourism in Cornwall to ensure tourism delivers social, economic and environmental benefit to Cornwall, as well as a fantastic holiday for all our visitors.
  • Cornish Cottages In the mood for adventure on Cornwall’s rugged north coast? Looking for a tranquil hideaway for a romantic weeks break in Cornwall? Either way, we’ve got somewhere that’s just right for you.
  • Cornish Traditional Cottages is dedicated to providing quality self catering holiday accommodation to rent in exceptional locations throughout Cornwall.
  • Cornwall Guide On-Line a fantastic comprehensive guide of things to do in Cornwall. Get inspired!
  • Cornwall Tourist Board A resource for tourism in Cornwall.
  • Eat Out Cornwall The essential guide to Eating Out at restaurants in Cornwall and much more.
  • Harbour Holidays specialise in luxury holiday homes and coastal retreats around the Padstow and North Cornwall area.
  • Metropole Hotel, Padstow The Metropole is an imposing Victorian building perched majestically on the crest of a gentle hill, overlooking the popular Cornish village of Padstow.
  • North Cornwall Website North Cornwall is one of the most picturesque regions of South West England. There are no large towns found in North Cornwall which helps the region to maintain an air of seclusion and remoteness. This is a land of fishing villages, coves, farmsteads, cliffs, wooded valleys and charming market towns.
  • Ocean Blue Holiday Apartments Our exclusive Ocean Blue apartments and cottages occupy an unrivalled position overlooking Treyarnon Bay – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Located just 50 metres from the beach, the properties offer some breathtaking views.
  • Padstow Cycle Hire (right next to the Lobster Hatchery) The camel trail winds its way along the river Camel and follows the disused railway line all the way through Wadebridge to Bodmin making it virtually level and traffic free. As well as a full range of bikes to suit all ages and ability we have a large selection of other products such as tandems, trailers and tagalongs.
  • Padstow Museum while you’re in Padstow pop in to the museum and discover its history and local characters.
  • Padstow Tourist Information Centre For all your accommodation, attractions and activities in the area.
  • Padstow Website All you need to know about Padstow.
  • Rick Stein Rick Stein Seafood School & Restaurants, Padstow, Cornwall
  • Sun Haven Valley Country Holiday Park – A quiet & peaceful 5 star holiday caravan park set in a secluded valley, with it’s own stream, surrounded by acres of Cornish Countryside – just 10 minutes walk from Mawgan Porth beach..
  • Surfbay Holidays Coast and country holiday parks in Devon and Cornwall.
  • Treglos Hotel & Spa, Padstow – A Victorian 4 Star hotel & Spa perched upon a hill overlooking the beautiful Constantine Bay, with sea-views from every room.
  • Visit Cornwall, the official Cornwall Tourist Board website In the last decade Cornwall has emerged as one of the world’s iconic destinations. From the dramatic coastline of the north to the sheltered bays in the south, from ancient moorland to soft river estuaries, surfers, walkers, sailing buffs, gastronauts and visitors simply seeking a break from a hectic world have discovered a fascinating, vibrant culture, first class accommodation, food to die for and a naturally thrilling adventure playground.

Other Attractions

  • Blue Reef Aquarium, Newquay Blue Reef is part of an exciting new generation of wildlife attractions designed to inspire deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural world. On a visit to the aquarium, you can discover sea life from sharks, seahorses and clownfish to octopus, crabs and lobsters.
  • Eden Project The Eden Project is wholly owned by the Eden Trust, an educational charity. We use exhibits, events, workshops and educational programmes to remind people what nature gives to us and to help people to learn how to look after it in return.
  • National Marine Aquarium For lovers of underwater life check the National Marine Aquarium site. They are about an hour away from us by car.

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