AN ANGLESEY chippy is one of just three business across the UK to still be in the running for a prize at the National Fish and Chip Awards 2024.

Finney's Fish and Chips, on The Square, Benllech, is one of just two from Wales to make the shortlist in the Field to Frier category.

They face competition from Ship Deck, Caerphilly, and Bells Fish and Chips, Durham.

There have been several tough rounds with industry experts conducting interviews and examining the hopefuls’ knowledge on all-things potato.

This has included seasonal variety selection, approaches for preparation and storage, as well as frying methods for the all-important, crunchy exterior and fluffy-centred chip.

The awards’ judging processes are designed so that competitors are required to dig deep to help raise the bar on standards and keep the fish and chip industry energised and full of opportunity.

The awards ceremony on February 28 at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London is the next stop for the finalists, where they’ll find out who the Field to Frier winner is.

The Field to Frier category is sponsored by Isle of Ely Produce, which is responsible for supplying more than two million bags of potatoes into the fish and chip industry every year.

Andrew Crook, president at the National Federation of Fish Friers, which organises the National Fish and Chip Awards, said the Field to Frier category has been outstanding.

He said: “The level of knowledge and skills these three fantastic fish and chip shops have demonstrated to the experts is to be greatly applauded.

“The care and passion for creating delicious food is a testament to their success and there’s no doubt that these chippies have even more to offer not only to their customers but to the industry as well.

“It’s inspiring to be associated with such great businesses and to play a small part in encouraging their growth.”