Popular Southport fish shop celebrates 10th birthday

The Peets Plaice fishmonger’s is making waves as it celebrates its 10th birthday at its shop in Southport. 

The shop, owned by local fisherman and businessman Kevin Peet, opened at 142 Cambridge Road, next to Churchtown Lights in Churchtown Village, a decade ago. 

Kevin Peet said: “We are delighted to have been in this shop for 10 years! 

“A lot has changed over these past 10 years. We have managed to come through the Covid pandemic in one piece. 

“While we had to initially close our shop during the pandemic, we worked quickly to launch our Peets Plaice website and online delivery service which meant we could safely deliver orders direct to customers’ homes in a safe and reliable manner. 

“It’s a service we maintain today. It means that while most people love coming into our shop to see the wide variety of fresh fish and seafood we have on our counter each day, they also have the option, either during bad weather or at times when it’s more convenient for them, that they can simply order online and we will deliver orders straight to their door.

“We also enjoy supplying fresh fish to a variety of local businesses in the area, including fish and chip shops, restaurants, hotels, care homes and more.” 

While some things have changed over the past decade, many have stayed the same, as customers know exactly what to expect. 

Kevin Peet said: “Peets Plaice is a real family business. 

“As well as myself and my wife, Nicola, we also have my sister, Kate, and my sister-in-law, Tuk, working here too. 

“We all have the highest standards that you need to run a business. 

“We are proud of our five star hygiene rating and shoppers know they can buy the freshest fish here, along with any advice you need. 

“Our fish is landed locally, either at Fleetwood or Scotland. Our top produce on our fresh fish counter includes: cod, salmon, hake, tuna, halibut, sea bass, smoked salmon, monkfish, Royal Greenland prawns, crayfish, crab, dressed crab, Scottish rope mussels, lemon sole, kippers, rollmop herrings, fish pie mix, smoked cod, smoked haddock, and much more besides. 

“On quality, we will always beat supermarkets, because of the freshness of our produce.”

“In the early years, I used to go out and catch a lot of fish myself, but not so much these days. 

“I still smoke our own fish. We have home smoked haddock for sale at the moment, and in the summer we were smoking crevettes, the big prawns. 

“Southport is legendary for its shrimps and I go out and catch them, before making our famous potted shrimps. 

“Customers know all about the quality of what they are getting when they come in, which is why we have so many loyal regulars, who have remained with us over the years. 

“We also have a chef who comes in and prepares our ready meals – dishes such as our Peet’s Plaice fish pie are really popular. 

“Someone came in recently and tried to bulk buy everything we had, but we wouldn’t let them. We like our customers to have their fair share. 

“We also serve ready meals such as monkfish curry, salmon and broccoli lasagne, noodle dishes with sea bass, or fish cakes. 

“We always ensure that we stock what our customers need. So we serve things such as local potatoes, local asparagus, sauces, and an extensive frozen section. 

“We were situated in Southport Market before, but we love being in Churchtown now. 

“It is such a superb Village, lots of new businesses have opened since we came. It’s a great place for people to visit. 

“I would love to thank all our customers for supporting us over the years. 

“I would also like to thank our landlord, Gail, who has been superb. We have a really good working relationship. 

“It has been a really enjoyable 10 years at Peets Plaice in Churchtown.” 

And what is Kevin’s personal favourite?

He said: “I  loved smoked haddock with a poached egg on top. Delicious. Especially on Fridays. 

“Everyone should have a Fish Friday!” 

Peets Plaice offers you a wide variety of top quality, fresh fish and seafood, all sold at competitive prices. 

As well as their shop in Churchtown in Southport – they have free parking right outside – you can also buy online with orders delivered fresh and right to your doorstep.

There is also a delivery service for businesses including restaurants, hotels, schools, care homes, pubs and bars across the Southport, Formby and West Lancashire area. Being local, they can top up your supply during the day if needed. 

Peets Plaice is owned by Southport fisherman Kevin Peet and wife Nicola. Kevin has served seafood to customers including the Royal Family and has been fishing off our coastline for over 40 years. 

Kevin, who ran a shop in Southport Market before his move to Churchtown, is proud to stock a wide variety of seafood including Southport’s famous potted shrimps, which Kevin catches and pots off the resort’s coastline.

Visit the Peets Plaice website here.

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