The 2026 English Fish & Chip Awards

In association with

Gala Final – Monday 22nd June 2026

Mercure Piccadilly Hotel, Manchester

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elcome to the inaugural English Fish & Chip Awards — celebrating excellence, tradition, and innovation in England’s most beloved industry.

Few dishes capture the nation’s heart like fish and chips — golden, crispy, and steeped in culture. These awards honour the dedicated friers, family businesses, mobile operators, and innovators keeping this proud tradition alive.

After three successful years running the Scottish Fish & Chip Awards, we’re bringing our passion south of the border — recognising England’s finest and inspiring continued excellence nationwide.

With multiple award categories, we’ll showcase the creativity and hard work that make the English fish and chip trade world-class. Whether you’re a proud chippy owner, supplier, or loyal customer, this is your celebration of Britain’s most iconic meal.

Entry is free, and we provide everything you need to take part — all you need is passion. Join us as we launch a new chapter in British culinary excellence.

Award Categories

Celebrating the skill and passion of the UK’s most talented fish fryer.

Honouring family teams whose passion and dedication define the spirit of the industry.

Recognising exciting new businesses making a strong impact in their first years.

For mobile operators serving quality fish and chips to towns, events, and communities nationwide.

Rewarding creativity and innovation in promoting fish and chips through marketing and social media.

For the most inspired and balanced menu combining tradition with modern flair.

Celebrating restaurants that elevate the classic fish and chip experience for dine-in customers.

Honouring urban chippies that bring great fish and chips to England’s busy city centres.

Recognising longevity, heritage, and a lasting contribution to Britain’s culinary story.

For multi-location businesses maintaining outstanding quality and customer experience.

Celebrating leadership in sustainability — from responsibly sourced fish to eco-friendly practices.

Honouring seaside shops that capture the true spirit of Britain’s coastal fish and chip tradition.

Celebrating the North East’s top chippy for quality, consistency, and community spirit.

Recognising the region’s best overall fish and chips — judged on taste, texture, and tradition.

Rewarding the North West’s finest shop for flavour, freshness, and service.

Celebrating excellence across the North West — from preparation to presentation.

Highlighting the best Yorkshire shop for quality, pride, and authenticity.

Honouring the region’s champions for freshness, crispness, and unbeatable taste.

Recognising the Midlands’ leading shop, setting standards for excellence in the heart of England.

Awarded to the Midlands’ top operators for flavour, consistency, and dedication to the craft.

Businesses Love Our Awards…

Trattoria Roma

Johnstone

‘We’ve been involved in Paramount’s Events for 10 years. It’s a great night out, great for the business, and keeps us very busy.’

McGoldricks Sportsbar

Rutherglen

‘Staff morale has been great. Business has been exceptional since we won the awards.’

La Lanterna

Glasgow

‘It’s been a really beneficial tool for our business. The staff are all involved as well and they all give their best.’

Official Partners

 

The 2026 English Fish & Chip Awards is brought to you by Paramount Events, Scotland’s leading events company. Our team has over 10 years experience in creating high-quality events, like Scotland’s legendary Italian Awards and Entertainment Awards, each with hundreds of participants and winners.

For sponsorship and advertising opportunities contact Mitchell on 07726 379 970 or email mitchell@paramountcreative.co.uk

Contact Caitlin for any questions or information on this year’s competition at 0142 280 0432 or events@paramountcreative.co.uk.

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