The present business was established in Cardiff in 1800, and had been in the Central Market since 1890. Up until 1973 the business was owned and run by the Ashton family. Following 1973, the business has been owned by the Adams family, who had operated a fishmongers business in nearby Penarth. The present management are fifth generation fishmongers. The business has had only three owners in 200 years. The company was incorporated as a limited company in 1920.

Fish and shellfish is sourced from every fishing port in the UK. Fresh fish is also purchased from various parts of the world, including Alaska, Norway, Chile, Saudi Arabia and Seychelles. The company will also mail order the Welsh delicacy lavarbread.

The catering establishments are dealt with by Mr Jonathan Adams (Managing Director).

As well as fish, the company also sells poultry and game. During the game season, wild boar, kangaroo, ostrich, emu, pheasants, partridge, grouse, wild duck and rabbits are available.