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.
1. Wetherby, Leeds
This charming Leeds town is home to the original Wetherby Whaler on Market Place, which was founded in 1989. The Frying Pan on North Street is also well worth a visit, boasting rave customer reviews on Google and Tripadvisor. And a stone's throw away, in the quaint village of Clifford, Clifford Fisheries is another top-rated chippy - hailed as "exceptional" by one customer. | James Hardisty
2. South Shields, Tyne and Wear
This seaside town located in the North East of England is home to award-winning fish and chip shops, including family business Colman’s Fish and Chips which has provided residents and visitors to the town with fish and chips for over 100 years. | GraemeJBaty - stock.adobe.com
3. Whitby, North Yorkshire
A trip to this popular tourist destination isn't complete without fish and chips. There's plenty to choose from in this seaside town, including multi-award winning Trenchers on New Quay Road, which has been serving fish and chips and seafood since 1980. Family-run Hadley's on Bridge Street and Magpie Cafe on Pier Road are also well worth a visit. | SeanPavonePhoto - stock.adobe.com
4. Portsmouth, Hampshire
As a city sat directly on the sea, it prides itself on offering an exceptional chip dinner. The city is full to the brim with classic chippies as well as the popular fish market which is really popular with tourists. | Eric Laudonien - stock.adobe.com