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Wild Bass

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£28.00

800-1kg
The perfect size for 2 to share as a main course

£35.00

1-1.25kg
A generous portion for 2 if you're feeling hungry

£42.00

1.25-1.5kg
A good size for 2-3 to share

£50.00

1.5-1.8kg
A generous size for up to 4 people

Wild Bass are truly special fish, prized by chefs and seafood lovers for their firm texture, clean flavour and sheer presence on the plate.

The Bass we sell are usually between 1kg and 2kg each, although larger fish regularly make an appearance and can reach well over 5kg. These bigger fish are particularly sought after for their superb flavour and impressive fillets.

Much of our supply comes from Newlyn, where Bass are landed by a variety of small inshore vessels. We also buy directly from local fisherman Jim Hackett, who fishes out of Selsey aboard the Sally Ann. Jim catches each Bass individually using rod and line before bringing them directly to us, meaning they can be on our counter within hours of leaving the water.

Wild Bass are a carefully managed fishery and every year there is a closed season from 1st February until 31st March, when commercial fishermen are not permitted to target Bass. As a result, Wild Bass will not be available during this period, returning to our counters from April onwards.

Availability throughout the rest of the year depends on weather, tides, fishing activity and the movement of the fish themselves. If your preferred size isn't showing on the website, it's always worth getting in touch as we may still be seeing fish landed and can often add orders manually.

One of the UK's most celebrated fish and always worth seeking out when available.

Did you know...
Wild Bass are one of the most carefully managed fisheries in UK waters. Every year, commercial fishermen stop targeting Bass between 1st February and 31st March to protect the fish during their spawning season. This annual closure allows mature fish to reproduce before returning to coastal waters in the spring.

Bass can live for more than 20 years and don't reach maturity until they're several years old, which means protecting breeding fish is particularly important.

The larger Bass are often the most productive breeders, producing significantly more eggs than younger fish and helping to support future generations.

It's one of the reasons Wild Bass remains such a special seasonal fish and why many fishermen are passionate about protecting the fishery for the future.

Sometimes the best way to enjoy a fish tomorrow is to leave it alone today.

Whole roasted wild sea bass makes a show-stopping centrepiece for any special occasion. A generous sprinkle of sea salt, a little crushed garlic and a handful of fresh herbs in the cavity is all it needs. Drizzle with good olive oil and roast in a hot oven until just cooked then take it straight to the table and let it do the talking.

If you prefer your bass filleted, keep it simple and bold: season well with sea salt, pan-fry skin-side down in hot oil until the skin is crisp, then finish briefly on the flesh side. The result is golden, crackling skin with succulent, meaty flakes underneath.

Servings & Portion Guide: A whole sea bass of around 1kg is ideal for two people. As a guide, allow 400–500g of whole fish per person. If you choose to have your bass filleted, remember that you’ll lose roughly 50% of the whole fish weight once the head, bones and trimmings are removed. If you’re unsure on sizing, just ask...we’re always happy to advise on the best option for your table.