UK's best fish and chip shops revealed

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A Devon fish and chip shop has been named the best in the UK.

Krispies Fish and Chips in Exmouth, owned and operated by husband and wife team Tim and Kelly Barnes, beat nine other finalists to win the top title at the National Fish and Chip Awards.

The accolade, which has seen previous winners double their takeover in the months following the announcement, is judged on a number of factors including a business’s sustainability credentials, menu innovation, its ability to cater for special dietary requirements, customer service and the quality of the food served.

Award organisers Seafish said Krispies “consistently excelled” over the eight-month judging period, which included multiple mystery shop visits and a final presentation to a panel of industry experts.

“Krispies has come so far since we opened 20 years ago, and we can honestly say it is a dream come true to win this award,” Mr Barnes said.

“But we didn’t do this alone, we are so proud of our team and what they have achieved.

“We want to thank them from the bottom of our hearts for their hard work and faith in us.”

Seafish chief executive Marcus Coleman added: “Krispies have beaten the best fish and chip shops in the business to win this prestigious award and we’d like to offer our warmest congratulations to them for what is a truly superb effort.

“Their final presentation to the judging panel was truly first class, with their passion for fish and chips evident throughout.”

Runners up to the prestigious award, which has been referred to as the ‘Oscars’ of the fish and chip world include Captain’s Fish and Chips in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire which took second place and Low’s Traditional Fish and Chips in Aberdeen, which was named the third best restaurant.