Founded in 1872 by William Fortune

Fortune’s was founded in 1872 by William Fortune.

Nestled beneath the cliff, under the gaze of St. Mary’s Church - the shop and smokehouse is still trading on the same premises over 150 years on.

Through five generations of the family, the skills of smoking and airing in the traditional way is still practised by Derek and Barry Brown.

The shop has been visited by numerous chefs and celebrities including; Rick Stein, Two Fat Ladies, James Martin, Mary Berry and The Hairy Bikers to name a few. We have also had the pleasure to provide our kippers to The Princess Royal, Anne.