A MAP has revealed the UK’s top 50 chippies to get this staple of British cuisine.
While it is often assumed the best tasting fish and chips would be where there is a sea view, this map may say otherwise.
The Fry Awards have announced for their 13th year the best 50 locations to get fish and chips takeaway for 2026.
Surprisingly, only 14 of the shops that made it to the list are at coastal locations.
Some others include London, Leeds, Milton Keynes and Yorkshire.
Entries into the competition opened at the beginning of the year and ran until the end of September.
Months of judging involves two mystery visits on different trade days, where shops were given a total score.
Each entrant also received a mystery dining report, being judged on factors like cleanliness, food quality, staff expertise, value for money, ordering process and social media presence.
This year, there was a pass mark of 96 per cent or above, and several locations were reportedly even able to get full marks of 100 per cent.
Here are some that made the cut:
Fiddlers Elbow, Leintwardine, Herefordshire
This multi-award winning fish and chip shop is located in the heart of the Roman village of Leintwardine.
It is a family-run chippy that offers traditional fish and chips, as well as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan food options to customers.
The shop’s name “Fiddler’s Elbow” is said originate from a bend in the road on the way to Ludlow, identifiable on maps dating back to 1899.
Angel Lane Chippie, Penrith, Cumbria
The Angel Lane Chippie in Cumbria is currently run father and son duo Dan and Dave Harding.
All the classics, from home-cooked curries, to chillis and lasagne can also be bought from this chippie.
Over the last ten years, Angel Lane Chippie has won around 30 national awards.
Callaway’s Fish & Chips, Dorchester, Dorset
Callaway’s Fish & Chips describes itself as “your classic, local chip shop and take away”.
It is located in an historic brick house, not too far from the sea in Dorchester.
There are meal deals available that include small chips, a side and drink with fish for just £9.50, or something like a medium cod for £7.70.
Churchill’s Fish & Chips, Langney, East Sussex
Churchill’s Fish & Chips finds its origins in the Lipscombe family dating back to 1923.
It is now owned by fourth generation member, James, and has expanded to other locations.
They are said to sustainable source their Icelandic cod and haddock, which is expertly cut and prepared in house.
Fintans Fish & Chip Co., Llanishen, Cardiff
Fintans is an award winning chippy which has three locations across Cardiff.
It gets its name from an old myth about a creature that was wiser than man – a fish named Fintan.
The first shop was opened by founder Spiro in 1989, and continues to provide everything from haddock to scampi.
Angell’s Fisheries, Newark, Nottinghamshire
This charming little chippy is a small family-run business said to be “making giant strides”.
They even have events like a Gloriously Gluten Free night where there is an exclusive menu, as well as Halloween where kids get chips free and get prizes for best dressed, as well as a Children in Need Pyjama Party this month.
Bredon Village Fish and Chip Shop, Bredon, Worcestershire
It is not the first time this chippy has made it to the top 50 list of fish and chip shops in the UK, also achieving the titles in 2022 and 2023.
Their website states customers can choose from a range of “locally-sources fish with classic accompaniments”.
They source their ingredients from local suppliers and at a high quality, to enable fresh meals.
Batterfly Fish & Chips, Surbiton, Surrey
Batterfly in Surbiton, Surrey has impressed judges and customer’s with its generous serving sizes.
This has enabled it to take the win of 50 best fish and chip shops for another year.
It is a family-run business that opened just two years ago.
French’s Fish Shop, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
French’s in Wells-next-the-Sea is a true seaside chippy that has been serving freshly-caught fish for more than 100 years.
It is situated by panoramic views of the Quay, making it a popular spot for both visitors and locals.
Ainsworth’s Fish & Chips, Caernarfon
This chippy has been delighting customers in North Wales for 30 years now.
People should prepare for long queues on Fridays, with its cooked-to-order cod and haddock.
There are also exclusive online deals on things like Ainsworth’s savory pies, burgers and of course fish and chips.
