ABOUT VEASEY & SONS
Back in 2009, Eastbourne fisherman Chris Veasey had an idea to cut out the middleman and start selling his locally caught fish direct from his boat to customers at East Grinstead Farmers Market.
His fish was greatly received and so fisherman Chris and chef Dan decided to join together and open a wet fish shop in Forest Row.
A lot has happened since we opened in April 2010; we now have a great reputation for quality and service and a loyal following.
CARING FOR OUR SEAS
Traceability, sustainability & fishing for the future
Our locally caught fish can be traced right back to the hands of the fisherman who hauled it in. We pride ourselves on our locally caught seafood such as rod & line caught Sea Bass from Eastbourne, day boat netted Soles from Newhaven and our pot caught Lobster & Crab from Poole.
To provide for the families of our fishermen & fishmongers we need to do what we can to ensure the stocks of fish in the UK are managed to be able to provide for our future generations. We choose our wild seafood that has been caught using low impact & fuel efficient (LIFE Fishing) and targeted methods such as hand diving, rod & line, pots & traps, static nets & demersal otter trawls.
We promote responsible fishing with regards to “ghost fishing” (lost fishing gear at sea) and fishing gear recycling when equipment reaches the end of its life.
MEET THE TEAM
CHRIS
Favourite fish and why?
Dover Sole, simple to cook and tastes so good.
Favourite Tipple?
Dark Rum
How long have you been a fishmonger?
12 years
What are your Hobbies?
Renovating my house in Normandy
Favourite Film?
Jaws
DAN
Favourite fish and why?
John Dory, fantastically tasty and reminds me of trips to Italy.
Favourite Tipple?
A Bloody Mary
How long have you been a fishmonger?
12 years
What are your Hobbies?
Chilling with family, DIY, cooking & tinkering with cars
Favourite Film?
Back To The Future
NICK
Favourite fish and why?
Brill, great flavour, texture and versatility. Also it's sustainable.
Favourite Tipple?
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc
How long have you been a fishmonger?
9+ years
What are your Hobbies?
Travel, cars, music and target sports
Favourite Film?
Blazing Saddles
CALLUM
Favourite fish and why?
Cod, a simple classic, the loin is the best!
Favourite Tipple?
Cider
How long have you been a fishmonger?
Almost 5 years now
What are your Hobbies?
Classic Cars, watching Netflix, listening to Music
Favourite Film?
Quadrophenia
WILL
Favourite fish and why?
Lemon sole. I like it’s sweetness
Favourite Tipple?
Ale
How long have you been a fishmonger?
10 years
What are your Hobbies?
Music, pub, pool
Favourite Film?
Krull
STEFAN
Favourite fish and why?
Halibut.... it's versatile
Favourite Tipple?
Vodka
How long have you been a fishmonger?
3 years
What are your Hobbies?
Photography
Favourite Film?
Dune
JEMIMA
Favourite fish and why?
Monkfish because it’s nice in curries.
Favourite Tipple?
Apple sourz
How long have you been a fishmonger?
Roughly 5 years
What are your Hobbies?
Songwriting, acting, singing, playing piano, shopping
Favourite Film?
Coyote Ugly
TIM
Favourite fish and why?
Tuna and Halibut, they are versatile and I spent years catching them.
Favourite Tipple?
A nice white wine that goes well with fish and seafood.
How long have you been a fishmonger?
I've been selling fish since 1988
What are your Hobbies?
Travel, cooking and walking.
Favourite Film?
Goodfellas
STEPHEN
Favourite fish and why?
Skate - simple & very fresh!
Favourite Tipple?
Gin & tonic
How long have you been a fishmonger?
18 months
What are your Hobbies?
Beekeeping - quite new Skiing Shooting
Favourite Film?
Indiana Jones & the last crusade
ARCHIE
Favourite fish and why?
Lemon sole, most satisfying fish to fillet and it's delicious.
Favourite Tipple?
Good pint of Guinness
How long have you been a fishmonger?
5 years
What are your Hobbies?
Photography and Golf
Favourite Film?
Tropic Thunder
ADELE
Favourite fish and why?
Crab, it's undervalued and much tastier than Lobster
Favourite Tipple?
Vodka and diet coke.
How long have you been a fishmonger?
I haven't but I have worked in Marketing since 2009 and have been managing social media and marketing for Veasey & Sons since 2018.
What are your Hobbies?
Spending time with my family, walking my dog Phoebe and anything 90s.
Favourite Film?
You've Got Mail
WHERE OUR FISH IS LANDED
The map below shows where we land our products locally, if you select the icon you can see what we catch where.
