The Old Cottage Fish & Chips

A proper village chippy in the heart of Redbourn, near St Albans, The Old Cottage Fish & Chips has long been the go-to spot for a classic British takeaway. It is a firm local favourite, sitting top of the pile among the village's quick bites and rated 4 out of 5 across dozens of diner reviews. Visitors come back time and again for the crisp, golden batter, flaky white fish and proper fluffy chips, all cooked fresh to order by a friendly team who clearly take pride in the basics.

The signature Cod and Chips is the order to beat, but there is plenty more to choose from across the traditional fryer favourites, with generous portions that rarely disappoint. It is the sort of unfussy, dependable neighbourhood chippy that every village hopes to have on its doorstep, equally good for a quick lunch or a relaxed family supper. For anyone in this pretty corner of Hertfordshire after honest, freshly fried fish and chips, The Old Cottage is well worth seeking out.