What is in season in the UK in May? Eating local, seasonal produce all year

What’s in season in the UK in May – meat, fish & seafood.

Even though the majority of British meats and fish are farmed year-round, you can get better prices and quality by sticking to what’s in season.

Be careful to make sure that anything you’re buying is sustainably-sourced as well as locally-produced, especially when it comes to fish. A good resource is the Marine Conservation Society’s Good Fish Guide. It’s also a good idea to check what’s available locally to you, as fish and seafood seasons can vary slightly depending on where you live.

Here’s what’s in season in May when it comes to meat, fish and seafood:

Meat

• Lamb
• Spring chicken
• Wood pigeon

Fish & seafood

• Brill
• Haddock
• Lobster
• Mussels
• Plaice
• Clams
• Oysters

To make the most of this British seasonal produce, try to keep recipes as simple as possible. Fish can be cooked with just a little oil and some herbs inside a foil bag, and roasting spring chicken or simply cooking it on the BBQ will allow the meat’s texture and flavour to shine through.

As for seafood, you can’t go wrong with classic moules mariniere, served with crusty bread.

UK seasonal food challenge for May

If you’ve been inspired by our guide to what’s in season in the UK in May, we’d love for you to take part in a little Ailuna challenge. Write a meal plan for every week in May, and include at least one seasonal item in each meal.

Meal planning also has the added bonus of making sure you only shop for what you need, reducing food waste and further reducing your footprint on the planet.

Please share your finished meal plans with us using #ailunacommunity on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. We always re-share inspiring and motivating content!