“My favourite spot is Poppie’s Fish & Chips in Spitalfields. It’s close to my house so it's ideal for takeaway, but it’s also a cool spot to dine in. The food is consistently excellent. I like to order cod, large chips, mushy peas, a couple of wallies (big gherkins) and calamari. I’d take an English sparkling wine but they’ve got a great selection of cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks too. It’s always worth looking at the full menu as they serve dishes like grilled mackerel, fishcakes, seafood platters, chip butties and the best battered sausages in the area. If you’re still hungry, tuck into sticky toffee pudding for dessert.”

Visit CubittHouse.co.uk

“I love Brockley’s Rock, a local shop near us in Honor Oak Park. It's easily one of the best in London. The fish is sustainably sourced, with cod, haddock and other seafood perfectly prepared. They also triple filter their frying oil, so it’s clean, and always cooked to order for crispy golden batter and piping hot chips. I usually order flaky cod with chips, though they also serve rock, plaice, haddock, mackerel, scampi and calamari – you name it, they have it.”

Visit Babur.Info

“It’s Ossie’s Fish Bar in Whitstable for me. It’s always busy, there’s a great selection on the boards and the staff are friendly. I order haddock and chips with mushy peas, curry sauce and a battered sausage on the side. Though I’m sometimes tempted by the skate and plaice or its fishcakes for something different. Washed down with a Whitstable Bay pale ale – perfection. Be prepared to queue, come armed with cash, and kill time with takeaway oysters from Wheelers opposite.”

Visit Kricket.co.uk

“My favourite spot, Aldeburgh Fish & Chip Shop, is considered by many to be the best in the UK. They actually have two shops on the same high street, a few hundred yards apart. These chippies are family owned and deliver the freshest fish with the crunchiest batter. The long queues outside speaks for itself. One little tip: the White Hart is a traditional pub opposite the shop and they’re happy for you to sit in their garden area with your fish and chips (providing, of course, you buy some drinks). As well as mushy peas and gherkins, you’ll also find things like deep fried pineapple, if that takes your fancy...”

Visit TheUnrulyPig.co.uk

“My go-to spot is The Anchor Inn in Seatown, Dorset. The pub is in such a beautiful location, right by the sea and next to Golden Cap, the highest point on the Jurassic Coast. I usually order whatever fish is on offer with chips, a battered pickle and a pint of Palmers. The batter is perfectly crispy and portions come with well-seasoned mushy peas and tartare sauce.”

Visit NumberOneBruton.com

“Ken's Fish Bar in Herne Hill does hands down the best fish and chips in London. I lived in the flat above it for years and used to get my tea there at least twice a week. Chips and battered sausage with curry sauce was my go-to. I’m also a sucker for a saveloy and pickled eggs. All washed down with a Dalston rhubarb soda from the supermarket next door. It also happens to be Jay Rayner’s favourite too. The best tea in south London.”

Visit PloussardLondon.co.uk

“I used to work at Bertie’s on Victoria Street in Edinburgh and it’s easily my favourite place. The Crolla family have fish and chips in their DNA, so they know what they’re doing. I order fresh haddock (when in Scotland…) with chips, all fried in beef dripping and accompanied by all the trimmings: curry sauce, mushy peas, bread and butter, and a pot of tea. The place doesn’t take itself seriously at all, it’s really fun and relaxed. I’ve never understood the British fascination with having a chippy delivered – it travels so badly! Go and sit down in a caff or restaurant and enjoy it as intended – crispy batter and flaky fish.”

Visit SottoEdinburgh.com

“I love Golden Galleon in Aldeburgh which I visit every week. Perfect on a day trip from London, it’s right on the coast and the staff are really welcoming. My go-to order is cod and chips with a battered sausage on the side, but they sometimes have fantastic plaice. They also do cracking scraps – the leftover batter which falls off the fish, gets collected, strained out and put into bags with salt and vinegar. Its curry sauce – if that’s your thing – is also very good. Afterwards, I’ll go to the White Hart for a pint of Guinness in the garden before walking along the seafront.”

Visit The-Suffolk.co.uk

“I go to Rick Stein’s Chippy in Padstow once a year if I’m lucky. My parents live down there, so it’s a great chance to enjoy a beautiful piece of perfectly fried haddock (skin on). They always serve sparkling fresh fish, served simply with a manageable amount of chips and a fresh slice of lemon. I also appreciate the small details, like the extra crispy batter and sharp, tangy tartare sauce. I order fried haddock, chips, mushy peas, curry sauce and a pickled egg on the side. It’s what inspired me to serve fish and chip cones at this year’s Oscars. But fish and chips always tastes better by the sea, especially washed down with a nice Cornish lager.”

Visit DorchesterCollection.com

“The south coast is awash with great chippies, but my favourite is The Chipwick in Worthing. They use fresh oil daily and good-quality line-caught cod, and they hand-make their thick-cut chips. They also heat their oil at a higher temperature which gives a better crisp. I’ll order the fish of the day, and I like my chips doing the backstroke in a sea of mushy peas and gravy – with a slice of bread with butter. I’ll always have mine with a cup of tea. They also serve delicious, lightly battered king scallops, and a great fritto misto – scallops, squid and shrimps in crispy batter.”

Visit Rockwater.uk

“I’ve been to Wright's Fish & Chips a couple of times since moving to Manchester, and it’s spot on. The haddock is fresh with a crisp, golden batter, and the chips are proper old-school – exactly how they should be. No fuss, just fish and chips done well."

Visit KajiMCR.com

“I’m a big fan of Pier 1 in Richmond. It’s right by the river, so I can take my fish and chips straight down, while it’s hot and enjoy it outside. It also happens to be my local, so I’ll often treat the kids on a Friday. You can’t beat the classic: battered cod, chips and mushy peas. Keep it simple – although Pier 1 serves the best gherkins, so don’t forget a couple of those.”

Visit GladwinBrothers.com

“I love Aldeburgh Fish & Chip Shop in Suffolk. It has its own fishing boat and shack on the beach. The fish changes daily depending on the catches of the day, so everything is incredibly fresh. My go-to order is plaice and chips – plaice is such a delicate and flavoursome fish that goes well with a light batter. I also get mushy peas, which taste even better cooked with butter and fresh mint. You also can’t go wrong with a posh chip butty – I like to add sriracha mayo or tartare sauce.”

Visit HawkstoneHall.co.uk

“If I’m getting fish and chips, I tend to avoid London chip shops – no disrespect, but nothing beats fish and chips by the sea. My favourite spot is Caffi Sgadan (or Cafe Sgadan) in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It’s a long way to go for a chippy dinner, but it’s worth the journey. I go for battered haddock and chips with curry sauce and mushy peas. The fish is locally caught whenever possible, the batter is perfectly crisp, and the chips are thick-cut, double-cooked, and served just as they should be – piping hot with plenty of salt and vinegar. They also serve a great selection of local ice-creams, the perfect way to finish off a seaside feast.”

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