One of the longest-standing traditions in the UK during Easter weekend is to visit a chip shop on Good Friday, to enjoy a delicious meal of fish and chips.
While most of us in the UK will take any opportunity to tuck into a delightful plate of fish and chips, Good Friday gives us another reason to do so.
There are many fantastic areas dotted across the UK which are known for being home to plenty of incredible fish and chip shops and restaurants.
Whether you’re after super-sized battered cod, extra mushy peas or a double helping of scraps, this is your guide to the top 10 areas in the UK for fish and chips.
Here are the top 10 areas in the UK for a chippy, and the fish and chip shops you need to visit on Good Friday.
7. Weymouth, Dorset
The county of Dorset is known for the Jurassic Coast, where rock formations display geological history. But it's not all Dorset has to offer as it is also home to award-winning fisheries including Fish ‘n’ Fritz in Weymouth. | Patryk Kosmider - stock.adobe.com
8. Largs, Scotland
Largs in Scotland is a popular seaside resort which is known as a great spot for fish and chips. The Fish Works in Ayrshire was named in the top 50 best fish and chip takeaways and also won third place in Takeaway of the Year at the National Fish and Chip Awards. | James - stock.adobe.com
9. Plockton, Scotland
The village of Plockton in the Scottish Highlands has been previously ranked as one of the best areas for fish and chips in the UK. Its highest-rated fish and chip shops include The Harbour Fish Bar and The Shores. | norbel - stock.adobe.com
10. St Ives, Cornwall
St Ives in Cornwall is a popular tourist destination known for its surf beaches and art scene. But another thing that St Ives is great for is fish and chips. Top spots include Becks Fish and Chips, The Balancing Eel and By The Sea. | Adobe Stock