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Licensed cockle pickers unloading bags after picking from cockle beds, Foulnaze Bank, between Lytham and Southport
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Licensed cockle pickers unloading bags after picking from cockle beds, Foulnaze Bank, between Lytham and Southport
Licensed cockle pickers unloading bags after picking from cockle beds, Foulnaze Bank, between Lytham and Southport, Ribble Estuary, Lancashire, England, november
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From Mud Flats to Dinner Plates - Licensed Cockle Pickers Bring the Taste of the Sea to Landlocked Diners!
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. In this photo, licensed cockle pickers are caught in action as they unload their bountiful bags after a day of picking from the cockle beds along Foulnaze Bank. Nestled between Lytham and Southport on the picturesque Ribble Estuary in Lancashire, England, these skilled European fishermen have mastered the art of catching these delectable shellfish. With legal permits in hand, these coastal adventurers navigate their boats through Atlantic waters to reach private shores where these prized treasures reside. As autumn sets in and English beaches embrace cooler temperatures, it's prime time for maritime industries like cockle harvesting. These hardworking men epitomize British seafaring tradition as they diligently unload bag after bag filled with freshly picked shellfish. Their tireless efforts ensure that sea lovers across Britain can savor succulent seafood straight from nature's pantry. The muddy flats may not be glamorous, but they hold a hidden treasure trove beneath their surface - an abundance of tasty cockles waiting to be harvested by skilled pickers like these. With each bag unloaded, another delicious meal is made possible for people all over Europe who crave the authentic taste of Lancashire's finest catch. So next time you indulge in a plateful of mouthwatering shellfish delicacies at your favorite seaside restaurant or cozy pub inland, take a moment to appreciate the hard work and
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