Home to some of the best chippies around, Preston can lay claim to having some outstanding local eateries from which the city’s hungry folk an source a good old fashioned chippy tea.
But, delving into the past somewhat, what about the ‘90s ad ‘00s chippies from our childhoods? See if you remember a few of these… plus some are still going strong.
And, as reader Angela Brand commented on one of our fish and chips-based stories: “Had fish and chips last night!” After all, you can’t beat a chippy!
Spot any familiar faces or sights?
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18. 1990s & 2000s Preston chippies
Dave, left, and Philip O'Reilly, of the Fish Fillet Chip Shop on Cross Street, Preston Photo: RETRO

19. 1990s & 2000s Preston chippies
Owners Les and Sally Crosbie outside their restaurant - Crosbies chip shop, Ormskirk Road, Preston Photo: RETRO

20. 1990s & 2000s Preston chippies
A sign that is a beacon for many folk in Preston - calling you in for a delicious chippy tea Photo: RETRO

