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Christmas and New Year shop opening times
18 December 2025
Thank you to all our customers for your continuing support throughout 2025. Merry Christmas and all the best for a fabulous 2026 ??? Our Christmas opening times: 23rd open 9 -12 Closed 24th - 26th 27th open 10 - 3 28th open 11 - 3 29th open 10 - 3 Closed until Monday 5th January, then back to normal hours ???
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Sting and the Fish of Gold: A Holy Island Adventure
02 June 2025
Sting Tastes the North Sea: A Holy Island Getaway with Craster Kippers on the Menu Rock legend Sting recently swapped stadiums for sea spray, taking a scenic trip to Northumberland’s Holy Island with his wife, actress, director and producer, Trudie Styler. The couple, known for their environmentalism, were spotted enjoying the area’s dramatic coastal views and a plate of the world-famous Craster kippers at The Crown and Anchor pub on the Island. Known for his chart-topping hits and unique, recognisable voice, Sting, who was born in Wallsend, returned to his roots with this visit to the historic island. Read more...
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The Life Cycle of North Sea Herring: A fishy tale of sea to smokehouse
11 April 2024
In the expansive waters of the North Sea, a remarkable journey unfolds for the North Sea Herring. From the spawning grounds to the open ocean, these silvery fish embark on their travels, guided by the rhythms of nature and the call of instinct.
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Let’s fall in love with fish: Why fish could be your fast-track to l’amour!
13 February 2024
Love – that elusive state of being that is pursued by so many of us. We write about love, we sing about love, we watch films about love…
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A History Worth Listing – the Smokehouse Awarded
29 October 2023
The beautiful Northumberland coastline is littered with many historical buildings waiting to be discovered and enjoyed, but have you heard about the fascinating 19th-century smokehouse nestled in Craster? It’s achieved…
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Coronation Kipper Recipes
02 May 2023
Coronation Recipes with the King of Fish We’re ready to celebrate this weekend and thought you might fancy cooking up some kippers, here are three recipes you might want to ...
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Dunstanburgh Castle and Craster Kippers – What a Day!
12 July 2022
Dunstanburgh Castle by Dr Omar Al-Janabi (Instagram: the_tartan_arab) Craster isn’t just about world-famous kippers! If you’re visiting and up for a gentle 1.3-mile stroll across working farmland, make ...
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Craster Kippers – (Probably) The Best Kippers in the World
08 June 2022
Northumberland has its fair share of jewels in its crown, but few are more prized than the legendary Craster kippers. Craster kippers are renowned as being the finest you can ...
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