Why We’re Different
Let’s be honest, not every fish shop gets it right. I’ve visited hundreds over the years, and I kept seeing the same things empty blue tanks, stressed fish, and a lack of real care. That didn’t sit right with me. When we opened our doors in 2017, we made a promise:
Friendly Fish would do better.
- Every fish in our shop is healthy, thanks to our thorough quarantine system. We’ve got 30 dedicated tanks to make sure they’re all fighting fit before they go home with you.
- We don’t do boring, bare tanks. Every tank here is designed to inspire ideas for your own setup and enrich the fish life that lives in them.
- Honest advice only. Whether you’re brand new to the hobby or have been keeping fish for years, we’ll help you make the right choices without any sales fluff.
Check our commitment to fish welfare
Cheers,
Why People Travel to Friendly Fish
At Friendly Fish Aquatics, we welcome fishkeepers from across Essex, Hertfordshire, and beyond. Whether you’re travelling 5 minutes or 45, we’ve made it easy to plan your visit.
Find your area below for directions, local transport info, and what to expect when you arrive at our Harlow-based shop.
We’re proud to be a destination fish shop for beginners and experienced keepers alike. Here’s why people from across the region choose us:
Over 100 display tanks with clean, well quarantined tropical fish
A focus on community fish only perfect for peaceful tanks
Helpful, honest advice
Based inside a relaxing, well kept garden centre with free parking
Only a short drive from Romford, Epping, Loughton, Cheshunt & more