Home to incredible seafood spots and fish ‘n’ chip restaurants, we eat a lot of fish in Bristol. Meanwhile, fish is served in 97% of households in the UK, and over a third of the world’s population depends on seafood for protein. But we’re also well aware of the fishing industry’s impact on the world’s oceans (we all remember Seaspiracy, right?)
That’s why last year, champion and advocate of sustainability and local produce, acclaimed Bristol chef, Josh Eggleton, launched a city-wide food festival that celebrates eco-friendly fish. With many local restaurants, suppliers, and producers getting involved in Bristol Seafood Week, we saw everything from week-long fish-inspired menus and seafood cooking classes to discussions on seafood sustainability.
It’s now been confirmed that Bristol Seafood Week will return for 2025, a week before the city’s annual maritime celebration of Bristol Harbour Festival, on July 7 to 13. Once again, several restaurants at Wapping Wharf, which offers the perfect waterside location, will be at the heart of the festival – including Salt & Malt, Root, BOX-E, The Olive Shed and Gambas. Other notable participating venues include Noah’s, Condesa, The Kensington Arms, The Pony Chew Valley and The Pump House
You can expect it to be “bigger and better” than last year’s event with exclusive dishes, one-off events, seafood feasts, cooking demos, and expert talks during the week, before a weekend festival finale at Wapping Wharf (July 11-13) – all in the name of protecting our marine life while still enjoying seafood. More restaurants will be announced in the coming months, and yours can take part by hosting an event, creating a special dish/menu, or any other kind of celebration of British Seafood.
What’s on for Bristol Seafood Week?
Seafood Feast with Bristol Rising Stars
The ultimate Seafood Feast on Friday, July 11, sees a collective of the city’s most exciting up-and-coming chefs (from Caper and Cure, Noah’s, The Kensington Arms and Gambas) cook a live-fire five-course seafood feast. Get your tickets for £65 here.
The Seafood Emporium
A free-to-enter celebration of the finest British seafood, set on the harbourside in the heart of Wapping Wharf. On Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13, this pop-up seafood haven will be packed with long dining tables, a buzzing Bristol Beer Factory bar, a demo kitchen, live music, and a Seafood Emporium showcasing the best local and national producers, fishmongers, pop-ups and oyster bars and even an Asado Grill from The Pony Family.
Whole Crab Picking & Eating
Learn how to pick a whole crab like a pro using everyday tools in this hands-on masterclass with seafood expert Adrian Bartlett on Saturday, July 12. Once you’ve picked your crab, chef Josh Eggleton will show and tell you a quick dressing and plate it beautifully for you to enjoy on the spot. Tickets are £30 and can be purchased here.
Saturday Seafood Night Banquet
Some of the South West’s most celebrated chefs – including Josh Eggleton, Pete Sanchez, Rob Howell, Seldon Curry and Hannah Catley – will cook up a five-course banquet on Saturday, Jul 12. Showcasing the depth, diversity, and seasonality of British seafood, get your tickets for £65 here.
More events will be announced soon. To learn more, head here.