Fishing Fleet Collection

Italy, Sicily, Scopello, Castellamare del Golfo, Town View from Port

A view of the Brixham quays before the new fish market was built. This picture was taken in 1967 and shows the old Upham shipyard on the opposite shore

Fishing boats in harbour, Newlyn, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Fishing boats and Car Ferry in the harbour, Mallaig, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Fishing port of Howth, Dublin Bay, Ireland

Fishing fleet, Ullapool, Loch Broom, Wester Ross, Scotland

Fishing boat overlooking the Sound of Eriskay from South Uist

NA, USA, Alaska, Sitka, Part of the Sitka fishing fleet tied up; mountains of Baranof Island behind

Fishing boats in the harbour, Mallaig, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Fishing boats in the harbour, Whitstable, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Fishing boats in Vaage, Norway. In February and March, 300 boats manned by 20,000 fishermen assemble here
FLO4722047 Fishing boats in Vaage, Norway. In February and March, 300 boats manned by 20,000 fishermen assemble here. Illustration From Leopold von Buch (1774-1853) Travels through Norway

A Barking carrier collecting fish from the trawl fleet on the Doggerbank, 1864. Creator: Smyth
A Barking carrier collecting fish from the trawl fleet on the Doggerbank, 1864. '...a view of some of the vessels composing the largest fleet engaged in the deep-sea fisheries of Great Britain

Northern Fishing Co Ltd sidewinder trawler Brutus seen here departing Sy Andrews Dock, Hull for the fishing grounds around Bear Island in the far North. 10th July 1967

Brixham trawlers gather for the annual blessing of the sea in October 1953

Old fishing boat, Hastings Old Town, Sussex, England

Traditional fishing boats on the shingle beach at Hastings, Sussex, England

A traditional fishing boat on the shingle beach at Hastings, Sussex, England

A fishing boat and the net shops ( a weather-proof storage for the fishing gear), Hasting Old Town, Sussex, England

The National Piscatorial School, Baltimore, County Cork, Ireland (engraving)
1046053 The National Piscatorial School, Baltimore, County Cork, Ireland (engraving) by Brewer, Henry Charles (1866-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: The National Piscatorial School, Baltimore)

Tysoe Saul Hancock, his wife Philadelphia, their daughter Elizabeth
CH35361 Tysoe Saul Hancock, his wife Philadelphia, their daughter Elizabeth and their Indian maid Clarinda, c.1763-5 (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 140 x 171 cm; Gemaldegalerie

Fishing Fleet and Quay, Lowestoft (b / w photo)
5201021 Fishing Fleet and Quay, Lowestoft (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fishing Fleet and Quay, Lowestoft)

Le Retour De La Peche, The Return of the Fishing Fleet (colour litho)
3641833 Le Retour De La Peche, The Return of the Fishing Fleet (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Retour De La Peche, The Return of the Fishing Fleet)

A Visit to the Fishing Fleet in the North Sea (engraving)
1054004 A Visit to the Fishing Fleet in the North Sea (engraving) by Murray, William Bazett (fl.1871-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Visit to the Fishing Fleet in the North Sea)

North Sea Fishing Fleet--Bethel Flags Hoisted for Service (engraving)
655072 North Sea Fishing Fleet--Bethel Flags Hoisted for Service (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Our Fishermen, a Trip to the Thames Church Mission Smack "Ensign, "stationed with the North Sea Fishing Fleet
1044255 Our Fishermen, a Trip to the Thames Church Mission Smack " Ensign, " stationed with the North Sea Fishing Fleet (engraving) by English School

Kinsale, a Fishing Fleet in the Harbour (b / w photo)
3091942 Kinsale, a Fishing Fleet in the Harbour (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kinsale, a Fishing Fleet in the Harbour)

A Cornish Pilchard Factory (engraving)
1592088 A Cornish Pilchard Factory (engraving) by Loudan, William Mouat (1868-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cornish Pilchard Factory)

The Newfoundland Cod Fishery (engraving)
1036449 The Newfoundland Cod Fishery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Newfoundland Cod Fishery)

Brixham, the Lower Town, showing Fishing Fleet (b / w photo)
3091771 Brixham, the Lower Town, showing Fishing Fleet (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brixham, the Lower Town, showing Fishing Fleet)

The trawler Cape Palliser seen here leaving a busy St Andrews Dock, Hull for the Northern fishing grounds. 2nd September 1959

Trawlers tied up in St Andrews Dock, Hull 25th April 1968

Brixham Harbour, May 1954

Torquay Harbour Circa 1880

Ready to Sail: Brixham trawlers waiting a breeze in 1890

Herring Fishing Fleet seen here at Stornoway Harbour 19th March 1949

A Royal Navy Westland Sea King helicopter, one of two based at Newcastle to protect North fishermen from poachers. Every day the Sea Kings - normally used for anti-submarine work - relentlessly

A view of North Shields Fish Quay, a town located close to the mouth of Englands River Tyne and around 8 miles east of Newcastle upon Tyne Circa 1885

Fishing boats unloading in London, 1800s
Landing fish at Billingsgate Market, London, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

North Shields fish quay, c. 1880
North Shields fish quay, c.1880

Tyne Dock in the 1930s

The herring fleet at Stornoway, Lewis, going out in the evening - 1367 ?TopFoto Fish where the fish are!

Sampling the Maryland oyster catch, 1800s
Oyster buyer tasting a sample on the dock in Baltimore, Maryland, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illusttration

Fish market at a Norwegian port, 1880s
Fishermen selling their fresh cod in Bergen, Norway, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

At sunrise the fishing fleet sets sail from the sheltered, natural harbour of Kisingitini on Pate Island for a days fishing

Fishermen set out at daybreak in their traditional wooden craft, called in Ki-Swahili mashua, to fish beyond the coral reef, which lies less than half a mile offshore

Drawings Prints, Print, Fishing Fleet, Flotille de peche, L Estampe originale
Drawings and Prints, Print, The Fishing Fleet (Flotille de peche), L Estampe originale, Album VII, Artist, Publisher, Theo Van Rysselberghe, Andre Marty, Belgian, Ghent 1862-1926 Saint Clair, French

Fishing boats moored by the village, Goa, India

The Seal Fishing Fleet in St. Johns Bay, Newfoundland, 1875

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"Exploring the Vibrant Fishing Fleets Across Europe and Beyond" From the picturesque coastal towns of Italy's Sicily, such as Scopello and Castellamare del Golfo, to the charming port views of Brixham in England, a fishing fleet is an emblematic sight that transcends borders. Whether it be the bustling harbor of Mallaig in Scotland or the quaint charm of Newlyn in Cornwall, these fleets symbolize a way of life deeply rooted in maritime traditions. In Howth, Ireland and Whitstable, Kent, England, one can witness fishermen diligently unloading their catch after a long day at sea. The salty air fills your lungs as you stroll along the quayside admiring rows upon rows of colorful fishing boats bobbing gently on calm waters. Venturing further west to Alaska's Sitka reveals another facet of this timeless industry. Here, part of the Sitka fishing fleet rests against a backdrop dominated by majestic mountains—a testament to man's resilience amidst nature's grandeur. Meanwhile, Ullapool in Scotland offers a glimpse into remote beauty with its Loch Broom setting. Against this idyllic backdrop lies yet another thriving fishing community where hardworking men and women brave unpredictable seas for their livelihoods. As we travel across continents and explore different cultures united by their reliance on these fleets—whether it be for sustenance or commerce—one thing remains constant: an unwavering sense of camaraderie among those who call themselves fishermen. Their stories intertwine like nets cast into vast oceans; tales passed down through generations speak volumes about perseverance and respect for nature's bounty. So next time you find yourself near Scarborough or South Uist or any other coastal town dotted with fishing vessels from all corners of the world, take a moment to appreciate not only their aesthetic appeal but also what they represent—an enduring connection between humanity and our planet's vast marine resources.