HOW WE CAN HELP
We can offer practical, financial and emotional support. We also provide a 24/7 emergency service to assist with accidents or illness at sea.
We provide 24-hour emergency support to help with accidents or illness out at sea.
About Us
We can support active or former fishermen and their families, with over 140 years of experience providing vital services on quayside, on the waves, or in the home.
News
Every day, fishermen in Kintyre battle rough seas, a shrinking workforce, and long, remote journeys to bring their catch to market. It takes a whole community to keep the fishing industry alive—people like Al Mclean, who drives treacherous roads at all hours to deliver the hard-earned catch. Read how the Fishermen’s Mission supports this resilient industry.
When illness forced former fisherman Brian to leave the sea, he faced an uncertain future. But thanks to Jane, our Port Officer in North Wales, he found the support he needed. From financial advice to a grant for a new cooker, the Fishermen’s Mission was there when it mattered most.
Fishing in Scotland is built on centuries of tradition—but when things go wrong, lives can change in an instant. Fishermen’s Mission Area Officer Louise Liddell supports fishing families facing hardship, providing practical help and emotional support when they need it most.
For more than 150 years, this was the daily scene at St. Andrew’s Dock, where Hull staked its claim as the world’s largest fishing port. The scene may have changed, but Hull’s fishing heritage remains at the heart of the city.
In need of a lifeline
The Fishermen’s Mission offer a dedicated lifeline to fishermen and their families. If you need us, call us.
Lifeline
