The tradition of eating fish and chips on Good Friday (April 2) every year stems from the Christian belief that Jesus Christ was crucified on that day, sacrificing his flesh for our sins.
A rule in the Vatican states that, for this reason, Christians must abstain from eating 'fleshy' meat on Good Friday and this tradition has been upheld by devout Christians for centuries.
The rule, however, only refers to meat from 'land animals' so fish does not apply.
Furthermore, the fish symbol (Ichthys) was used to help Christians to identify each other when their religion was persecuted by the Roman Empire in the second to fourth centuries.
Anyway, now you know where the tradition originates, we asked our readers to recommend the best places to get your hands on good quality fish and chips in Northamptonshire and here are the most popular answers!
1. Studfall Chippy - Corby
Studfall Chippy - located in Studfall Avenue in Corby - was the most popular choice for Northamptonshire residents.
2. Raunds Fish Bar - Wellingborough
Raunds Fish Bar - situated on Hill Street in Wellingborough, was the second most popular choice by our readers. They even make some incredible pizzas too! Photo: Raunds Fish Bar
3. Ocean Fish Bar - Corby
The Ocean Fish Bar in Pytchley Court, Corby also proved to be a popular takeaway choice by our readers.
4. Birchfield Fish Bar - Northampton
Birchfield Fish Bar in Abington, Northampton also came highly recommended for fish and chips by our readers. Photo: Birchfield Fish Bar