Meaning
A trader who sold fresh and preserved fish.
Description
Fishmongers bought fish at the docks or from wholesalers and sold it from fixed shops or market stalls to the public. They cleaned and filleted fish to order and sold a range of preserved fish including smoked herrings, dried cod and salted fish. The trade required access to a reliable and rapid supply of fresh fish, which improved dramatically with the coming of the railways. Fishmongers were found in every coastal town and in many inland towns that could be reached by rail or road from the coast. The trade was physically demanding and required an early start to receive fresh stock.
Also Known As
Fish Dealer, Fish Seller
Commonly Found In
- Census Returns
- Trade Directories
- Parish Registers
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