Can I buy crawfish in the UK?

Simply Crayfish are the leading supplier of premium quality fresh and frozen crayfish in the UK. We supply wild Signal Crayfish from the clean and clear rivers and lakes of East Anglia and England. They are then washed and graded, before being shipped, we can supply cooked, fresh crayfish or frozen crayfish.

Is there crawfish in London?

Red swamp crayfish, a native of the south-eastern United States, have been spotted in London’s Regent’s Canal. A study has been started by King’s College London into the creature’s impact on other wildlife. The white-clawed crayfish is a protected species in the UK.

How much does crawfish cost UK?

Crayfish Retail Prices

Where can I find crayfish in the UK?

Where are signal crayfish in Britain? The signal crayfish is well established in England and Wales, especially in the south-east of England. They are not as prevalent in Scotland but several well-established populations have been recorded.

When can you catch crayfish in UK?

Generally, the crayfish season runs from April through to November when the waters at its warmest and the crayfish are most active. However, although the catches are far less, they can be caught year-round.

When can I catch crayfish UK?

Generally, the crayfish season runs from April through to November when the waters at its warmest and the crayfish are most active. However, although the catches are far less, they can be caught year-round. In terms of bait, we find the fresher the bait, the better.

Do you need a license to catch crayfish in UK?

Native crayfish are a protected species – you can only trap them for scientific purposes and not to eat or sell. To do this you need to register with Natural England and follow instructions on the class licence for white clawed crayfish.

Where do you find crayfish UK?

In Britain, the strongest white-clawed crayfish populations survive in the Midlands, the North-West, the North-East and several Southern chalk streams.

Can you buy whole crayfish?

Whole Crayfish are available frozen though harder to get fresh, and can be cooked like a Lobster. Fresh cooked tail meat preserved in brine is readily available and is ideal for salads, pasta and any prawn dishes. Not to be confused with Crawfish. See our range of crayfish

How much does a crawfish weigh per package?

Similar to a shrimp or lobster, it is a fresh water seafood species. 2.27 KG / 5 LB per package.Also known as Crayfish or Craw Fish. Price per EACH 5 LB These Whole Cajun Crawfish come already seasoned in a mild Cajun flavour and cooked. Feel free to add more spices or to make it a hotter profile.

Why choose live crawfish shippers?

Being the oldest shipper of live crawfish, our methods are proven allowing us to guarantee live delivery, or your money back! Our credibility and reputation have been established through the years of satisfying customers, who tell us our family farm is by far the industry leader and we DO WHAT WE SAY.

Where do crayfish come from?

These are wild crayfish from Spain. It’s the Louisiana species (Procambarus Clarkii) – the same one which has taken over many English waterways. They have been cooked to the Swedish recipe and then frozen in blocks in the cooking liquor. Leave the block in your fridge overnight to defrost; it’s fully sealed so it won’t leak.