The British favourite is always a constant up and down the country and there are many great options, including our area of the county. Skinners Fish and Chips, Great ClactonOn Ravensdale in Great Clacton, Skinners is a proper suburban chippy that feels made for post‑beach suppers: freshly cooked cod with crispy batter, big portions and the full range of chip‑shop favourites, from sausages to pies. With outdoor seating, parking out front and opening hours that run into the evening, it’s the go‑to for many residents when only classic fish and chips will do. Johns of Braintree Fish & Chips, Queens RoadJohns of Braintree is one of those old‑school town‑centre shops where there’s often a queue, but people don’t mind because the fish is worth waiting for – “lovely service, delicious batter, and easily the best fish in Braintree,” as one review puts it. Portions are generous, chips are reliably hot and soft, and the menu sticks to the classics, which is exactly what its regulars want.