Scottish Fisheries Museum - History of the Fishing Industry

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History of the Fishing Industry

The Museum tells the story of the Scottish fishing industry from the earliest times to the present.

Find out more about how the industry has developed.

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The Developing Industry

The fishing industry before the 19th century.

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The Herring Boom

The mainstay of the 19th century fishing industry.

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Changing Fishing Methods

The impact of new technology in the 20th century.

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Developments in Boat Design

The influences on changing boat shapes and technology.

Our Flagship

Boat on Water

The Museum's flagship, REAPER FR958, is a restored Fifie sailing herring drifter built in 1902. In total, the Museum has 19 historic vessels.

Find Us

Map showing Anstruther

We are beside the harbour in Anstruther which is on the Fife coast, 10 miles south of St Andrews

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