Alexander's Fish & Chips

Set in the Stanpit area of Christchurch, close to the edge of the harbour and its nature reserve, Alexander's is a neighbourhood chippy that has quietly built a strong local following. It is rated 4.4/5 from around 138 Google reviews, with customers highlighting the crispy batter, well-cooked chips and the friendly welcome from the small team. Fish is fried to order, so there can be a short but worthwhile wait at the busier times.

Alongside a classic Cod and Chips, the menu stretches to a tempting Cheese and Onion Fritter, jumbo sausages, chicken chunks and golden spring rolls for those who like to mix things up. Mushy peas and the usual chip-shop trimmings round out a proper takeaway supper. Tucked away from the busier town-centre parades, it is the sort of quietly reliable spot that rewards anyone willing to seek it out, and a handy stop after exploring the marshes and waterside paths close by.