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Glasgow Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow second cheapest Scottish city for fish and chips
Ahead of National Fish & Chip Day on June 6, a new analysis has revealed that Glasgow is one of the most budget-friendly cities in the UK for enjoying the classic takeaway. According to research by WDW Bingo, the average cost of a portion of fish and chips in Glasgow is £10.37 - significantly lower than the UK average of £11.71. Read more: Glasgow ranked as second funniest city in UK This places the city just below Dundee, where the popular dish comes to an average of just £9.47. Harrison Score, the head of WDW Bingo, said: "The data shows that the North dominates the top 10 cheap eat locations for this iconic dish." The study, which analysed thousands of menus via Just Eat and desk research, examined fish and chip shops across over 50 towns and cities. It revealed stark contrasts in pricing, with Manchester taking the top spot for value at just £8.94, while Exeter was named the priciest, at £16.55 per portion - nearly double the cost. Scotland performed particularly well in the affordability rankings, with all major cities offering a portion for less than £11. Glasgow ranked 10th on the list of the most affordable places to buy the takeaway UK-wide, while Dundee was high up the list at third place. Aberdeen and Edinburgh were not far behind Glasgow in prices at £10.67 and £10.93, respectively. Although Edinburgh was the most expensive Scottish city studied, it still ranked far below some of the highest prices found in southern England, where coastal towns like Torquay, Bournemouth, and Southend-on-Sea featured prominently among the priciest. Read more: Glasgow ranked as second most generous city in the UK Harrison said: "Fish and chips are more than just a meal – they're a national institution. "Whether you're paying under a tenner in Manchester or splashing out in Exeter, it's a dish enjoyed by generations across the UK. "When it comes to value for your fish supper, it pays to know where your chances are highest of bagging a low-cost meal."
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Glasgow named second cheapest city in Scotland for iconic takeaway dish
Glasgow has been named the second cheapest place in Scotland to buy fish and chips. Ahead of National Fish & Chip Day on June 6, a new analysis has revealed that Glasgow is one of the most budget-friendly cities in the UK for enjoying the classic takeaway. According to research by WDW Bingo, the average cost of a portion of fish and chips in Glasgow is £10.37 - significantly lower than the UK average of £11.71. Read more: Glasgow ranked as second funniest city in UK This places the city just below Dundee, where the popular dish comes to an average of just £9.47. Harrison Score, the head of WDW Bingo, said: "The data shows that the North dominates the top 10 cheap eat locations for this iconic dish." The study, which analysed thousands of menus via Just Eat and desk research, examined fish and chip shops across over 50 towns and cities. It revealed stark contrasts in pricing, with Manchester taking the top spot for value at just £8.94, while Exeter was named the priciest, at £16.55 per portion - nearly double the cost. Scotland performed particularly well in the affordability rankings, with all major cities offering a portion for less than £11. Glasgow ranked 10th on the list of the most affordable places to buy the takeaway UK-wide, while Dundee was high up the list at third place. Aberdeen and Edinburgh were not far behind Glasgow in prices at £10.67 and £10.93, respectively. Although Edinburgh was the most expensive Scottish city studied, it still ranked far below some of the highest prices found in southern England, where coastal towns like Torquay, Bournemouth, and Southend-on-Sea featured prominently among the priciest. Read more: Glasgow ranked as second most generous city in the UK Harrison said: "Fish and chips are more than just a meal – they're a national institution. "Whether you're paying under a tenner in Manchester or splashing out in Exeter, it's a dish enjoyed by generations across the UK. "When it comes to value for your fish supper, it pays to know where your chances are highest of bagging a low-cost meal."
South Wales Argus
4 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Newport's fish and chips among most expensive in Wales
The average cost for the dish in Newport is £12.17, according to research by WDW Bingo. While it is the most expensive out of the three Welsh cities, it is 'still more affordable than many locations in southern England.' Swansea came second, with an average price of £11.06, and Cardiff took the top spot for cheapest fish and chips, with an average cost of £10.42. The research was carried out to celebrate National Fish and Chip Day on June 6. It looked at thousands of menus across 50 UK locations. The research said that the findings 'offer a light-hearted look at how one of the UK's most loved meals varies across the country.' Harrison Score, head of WDW Bingo, said: "Fish and chips are more than just a meal – they're a national institution. "Whether you're paying under a tenner in Manchester or splashing out in Exeter, it's a dish enjoyed by generations across the UK. "At WDW Bingo, we know all about chasing the best odds – and when it comes to value for your fish supper, it pays to know where your chances are highest of bagging a low-cost meal." The research also compared Newport, Swansea, and Cardiff to other UK locations. The cheapest spot for fish and chips was Manchester, with an average cost of £8.94. Walsall followed with £9.17, and Dundee with £9.47. Other cities that made the top ten were Derby, Bradford, Stoke-on-Trent, Huddersfield, Coventry, Bolton, and Glasgow.
Daily Record
5 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Scottish town ranked among UK's cheapest places for fish and chips
Fish and chips no longer come cheap, but this Scottish town still serve it for a bargain Scotland's cheapest city for a chippy tea has been revealed, and it is good news for hungry Dundonians. A new nationwide ranking by WDW Bingo has crowned Dundee the third most affordable place in the UK to enjoy a portion of fish and chips, with an average price of just £9.47. The survey analysed thousands of traditional chip shop menus in more than 50 towns and cities ahead of National Fish and Chip Day, which takes place on June 6, Express reports. The classic British favourite has long been a staple of seaside holidays and Friday nights, but in recent years the cost of a fish supper has been steadily creeping up. While once a cheap treat, it is fast becoming a pricey indulgence, depending on where you live. Manchester came out on top as the most budget-friendly place for fish and chips, with an average cost of just £8.94, while Walsall took second place at £9.17. Dundee secured third spot, beating the likes of Derby (£9.70), Bradford (£9.87) and Stoke-on-Trent (£9.88), which all still offer a portion of the classic for under a tenner. Glasgow landed in tenth place on the list with an average price of £10.37, while Aberdeen and Edinburgh were a little further down, at £10.67 and £10.93 respectively. Harrison Score, Head of WDW Bingo, said: 'Fish and chips are more than just a meal – they're a national institution. Whether you're paying under a tenner in Manchester or splashing out in Exeter, it's a dish enjoyed by generations across the UK. 'At WDW Bingo, we know all about chasing the best odds, and when it comes to value for your fish supper, it pays to know where your chances are highest of bagging a low-cost meal. 'The data shows that the North dominates the top 10 cheap eat locations for this iconic dish. It's also interesting that no seaside towns make the cut for cheaper chippies.' At the other end of the scale, Exeter was named the most expensive city for fish and chips, with an eye-watering average price of £16.55, nearly double the cost in Manchester. London came in close behind at £16.29, showing that the capital's high cost of living even extends to its takeaways. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. The South West featured prominently among the priciest places, with Torquay (£15.60) and Bristol (£13.99) both making the list. Ipswich (£13.86), Bournemouth and Southend-on-Sea (both £13.43), and Cambridge (£13.37) also ranked among the most expensive. Belfast completed the top ten, with an average price of £13.21. The findings come just days after Scotland's top chippy was crowned in the annual Scottish Takeaway Awards. Sea Salt and Sole, which operates four locations in Aberdeen and the surrounding area, took home the title for best fish and chip shop. The team prides itself on serving up fresh haddock daily, with a focus on sustainable sourcing and traditional preparation to deliver a top-notch supper.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Scotland's cheapest area for a chippy revealed with fish and chips costing less than £10
No seaside towns make the cut for the cheapest chippies BEST PLAICE Scotland's cheapest area for a chippy revealed with fish and chips costing less than £10 Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SCOTLAND'S cheapest area for a chippy has been revealed - where fish and chips cost less than £10. Ahead of National Fish & Chip Day on June 6, WDW Bingo crunched the numbers to uncover the UK's cheapest - and most expensive -places to enjoy this beloved British classic. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Scotland's cheapest area for a chippy has been revealed Credit: Alamy Researchers analysed thousands of menus for traditional fish and chip shops in over 50 locations across the UK. Their data reveals where your money goes furthest for a portion of fish and chips. Manchester tops the list as the most budget-friendly spot for a portion of fish and chips, averaging just £8.94. Walsall (£9.17) and Dundee (£9.47) round out the top three, coming in second and third place, respectively. Other affordable spots include Derby (£9.70), Bradford (£9.87) and Stoke-on-Trent (£9.88), all offering classic chippy fare for under a tenner. Scotland's second city, Glasgow, makes the list at number 10 with an average price of £10.37. Close behind Glasgow is Aberdeen (£10.67) and Edinburgh (£10.93). Harrison Score, Head of WDW Bingo, said: "Fish and chips are more than just a meal – they're a national institution. Whether you're paying under a tenner in Manchester or splashing out in Exeter, it's a dish enjoyed by generations across the UK. "At WDW Bingo, we know all about chasing the best odds – and when it comes to value for your fish supper, it pays to know where your chances are highest of bagging a low-cost meal. "The data shows that the North dominates the top 10 cheap eat locations for this iconic dish. It's also interesting that no seaside towns make the cut for cheaper chippies." The Golden Fry: A Beloved Scottish Chippy Hits the Market (1) It comes days after Scotland's best fish and chip shop was crowned in this year's annual takeaway awards. Coming out top in the chippy category was Sea Salt and Sole in Aberdeen. The takeaway, which has four locations in the city and surrounding area, commits to sourcing its haddock daily to provide customers with a fresh, delicious fish supper from sustainable suppliers.
