Is it just fishing?  

For now, yes, but we have big plans!

We want to include activities that connect us with nature such as sound healing, sea swimming confidence courses, art and water therapy, coastal foraging, and even free-diving courses.

And of course we want to hear what you want from Black Fish.

Do I need fishing gear?  

No. We will provide the fishing gear like rods, reels, bait, etc.

We suggest bringing chairs blankets, warm clothing and maybe swimwear if you fancy a dip, as you would on a beach trip. You might want to bring a flask of warm drink too if it’s cold.

As we grow, we aim to attract investment, funding, or sponsorship to provide our members with their own gear.

Is membership free?  

For now, yes, but we will need to start charging a small amount to cover growth costs and ensure members are committed to the meet-ups, courses, etc. Those of you who sign up early [don’t worry we’ll keep you updated through newsletter but you’ll need to be signed up to mailing list] will automatically receive membership benefits.

Is it always in Hythe, Kent?  

We can often be found on the beach, fishing there. However, we intend to have meet-ups at other beaches, eventually too like. Hastings and Brighton, for example.

Do I have to fish?  

No, you don’t. You can come and hang out just for the vibes at any of the meet-ups - just let us know so we can allocate the fishing gear accordingly.

Hythe is a beautiful working beach; it has commercial fishing boats in action daily. This means that if you don’t catch anything that day, you can still buy freshly caught seafood!

Is the beach in Hythe wheelchair accessible?  

Hythe is a pebble beach with tide slopes, so it is not wheelchair accessible for fishing but with enough notice we may be able to source a ramp.

Are there toilets at Hythe beach?  

Yes, there is a lovely restaurant called Lazy Shack that has toilet access as well as tasty food options. There’s also a farm shop for our avid home chefs!

Who can join Black Fish?  

Anyone and Everyone. We Are Black Fish takes safety and good vibes seriously. No isms or elitist behaviour will be tolerated.

Do I need prior fishing experience to join?  

No, all skill levels are welcome. We’ll provide all the gear and help you set up a rod. If you’re more experienced, feel free to bring your own gear and feel free to share your skills with others if you want to.

How often do meet-ups and activities occur, and for how long?  

We hook up weekly. Every Saturday outside The Lazy Shack at 11am

Are there any age restrictions for participants?  

There are no age restrictions. We celebrate intergenerational passing of skills and knowledge.

What if the weather is bad?  

Baby, this is the UK—if we only fished in good weather, we’d hardly ever fish!

How can I get involved beyond fishing?  

We’re looking for volunteers, leaders in other locations, and board members. We are a CIC, not-for-profit community.

If you would like to join the team, please get in touch.

Please email us: hello@weareblackfish.com

How can I stay updated on events and news?  

Subscribe to our newsletter on when our meet-ups are happening and more.

Join our facebook group

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