Early risers won’t want to miss the opportunity to get a fascinating insight into behind the scenes operations at England’s largest fish market.

You will witness the operational side of the daily fish auction process, rub shoulders with up to 40 different species of fish, get an insight into how this fascinating process works, gain an understanding of what’s involved in getting the fish from sea to plate, learn about trawlers, and finish off the morning with a delicious fish breakfast at Mitch Tonks’ Rockfish restaurant, situated right next door.

You can book a fantastic tour throughout the holiday period by logging on and booking online through The Rockfish Fish Market Tour. The tours are very popular and with only 20 people on each session, we recommend that you book well in advance.

Please be aware that we are unable to accommodate wheelchairs or children under the age of 14.

“University of Plymouth’s Ocean Science and Marine Conservation students were given a fantastic tour of Brixham Fish Market. We had the opportunity to explore all the species of fish, watch the auctions, and learn how the boats work.

Thank you for having us and I am already looking forward to bringing next year’s students.”

Abigail McQuatters-Gollop,
Lecturer in Marine Conservation, University of Plymouth

Prior to the tour, you will be met at 6.15am outside the fish market gates, at the blue tower in front of the Rockfish restaurant. You will then be taken up to Brixham Trawler Agents (BTA) offices to be kitted out with protective equipment (white coats, boot covers and a hair net).

Tour guides will introduce themselves and provide you with an overview of BTA, its role in the operation of the fish market, and answer any questions you may have. You will then be escorted down to the fish market floor.

Please note: the fish market is a refrigerated area so be sure to wear warm clothing.