A one-stop-shop for all your aquatic needs

We are a small, independent, five-star licensed aquatics store based in Nazeing, Essex, specialising in freshwater tropical fish and pond fish.

We've been keeping fish for over 15 years

Knowledgeable staff

We've been keeping fish since a young age and been in the industry for over 15 years, so we know what it takes to set up and maintain the perfect aquarium or pond.

Customers always first

We want our customers to feel welcome and appreciated from the moment they walk in the door. We'll do everything we can to make your shopping experience easy and enjoyable.

A shop you can trust

We're a 5-star rated establishment as awarded by Epping Forest District Council, have received over 50 rave reviews on Google, and have nearly 3000 followers on Facebook.

Take a peek at some of our fish

Take a peek at some of our fish

We’ve got hundreds of fish ready to be purchased by you today. Here’s just a small fraction of what we have to offer

  • Apistogramma Cacatouides
    “Triple Red”

    A great dwarf cichlid for the community aquarium.

  • Beni Kumonryu

    From Kawakami, a very high quality specimen of this unusual variety

  • Electric Blue Ram

    Another example of a very popular dwarf cichlid for the community aquarium!

  • L046 Zebra Pleco

    Probably THE most sought after L number out there!

  • L141 Ghost Pleco

    One of the lesser seen L numbers in the industry!

  • L201 Snowball Pleco

    Always a popular choice amongst aquarists for their small adult size and striking pattern.

  • Male Galaxy Nemo Betta

    We always carry a good selection of Betta, just like this Galaxy Nemo Male

  • Silver Arowana

    A staple for the monster fish keepers out there.

Apistogramma Cacatouides
“Triple Red”

A great dwarf cichlid for the community aquarium.

Beni Kumonryu

From Kawakami, a very high quality specimen of this unusual variety.

Electric Blue Ram

Another example of a very popular dwarf cichlid for the community aquarium!

L046 Zebra Pleco

Probably THE most sought after L number out there!

L141 Ghost Pleco

One of the lesser seen L numbers in the industry!

L201 Snowball Pleco

Always a popular choice amongst aquarists for their small adult size and striking pattern.

Male Galaxy Nemo Betta

We always carry a good selection of Betta, just like this Galaxy Nemo Male.

Silver Arowana

A staple for the monster fish keepers out there.


We're confident you'll find what you need in store.

We're confident you'll find what you need in store.

We're confident you'll find what you need in store.

We have access to thousands of species so you'll definitely be able to find something to peak your interest, no matter how specific you want to be.

Tank and pond supplies for creating your dream aquatic habitat

Our wide range of supplies ensures you can get everything you need to set up and maintain your aquarium.

We always aim to share our knowledge and make your hobby as easy as possible keeping in touch with our motto “Making Fish Keeping Easy”.

Our instore stocklist

Our instore stocklist

Click on the families below to reveal just how many species we currently have instore.

If you don't see it here, we can always source it within just a few days!

Click on the families below to reveal just how many species we currently have instore.

If you don't see it here, we can always source it within a few days!

Livebearers

Loach

Cyprinids

Rainbowfish

Cichlids

Characins

Pleco

Catfish

Anabantoids

Invertebrates

Temperate

Miscellaneous/Predatory

Coldwater & Pond Fish

Livebearers

Loach

Cyprinids

Rainbowfish

Cichlids

Characins

Pleco

Catfish

Anabantoids

Invertebrates

Temperate

Miscellaneous/Predatory

Coldwater & Pond Fish

Google reviews

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Sam Barnaby

Everything you could possibly need is in this shop for all different setups, and Glen is very knowledgeable and helpful and clearly has a passion for what he does.

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Jason Clayton

Glen has helped me every step of the way in the hobby. From a conversation about setting up an American Cichlid community through to sourcing the equipment...

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Callum Dorling

LVA always deliver! Any questions I have are always answered quickly which is very important for someone who’s still fairly new to the hobby. The fish have always been...

FAQs

What are the essentials for keeping tropical fish?

How do I choose the right fish for my tank?

How often do I need to clean my fish tank?

What are some common problems with keeping tropical fish?

What are some tips for keeping tropical fish healthy?

Where can I learn more about keeping tropical fish?

Where to find us and when to visit

Monday to Saturday
9am - 5pm

Sunday
10am - 4pm

Location

Lee Valley Aquatics
Tyndalls Garden Centre
Sedge Green
Nazeing
Essex
EN9 2PA

Call today on 01992 444 393

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