If you really want to take it easy this Bank Holiday step away from the kitchen and get someone else to do the cooking.
While May Day is celebrated in many countries across the world, few celebrations evoke such a sense of Britishness than dancing round the maypole and crowning the Queen of the May.
With that in mind, a very British supper of fish and chips would make for a fitting feast at the end of the day – but which restaurant to go to?
We’ve turned to Tripadvisor to see which places serving up a chippy tea in Bradford have scored most highly from customer reviews, to make sure your long weekend isn’t spoiled by cold cod, imperfect plaice, or horrid haddock.
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The Royal Low Moor
Where: 5 Wooller Road, Bradford BD12 0RR
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
Number of 'excellent' reviews: 136
One customer wrote: "All I can say is the fish and chips I had were some of the best have ever tasted as for the steak and ale pie my partner had all she said it was full of meat and the best she had in a very long time.
"I could not finish mine as the portion was a quality size.
"It’s about an hours drive for us but we will return again.
"Excellent atmosphere staff and all I can say to all the staff is Thank you."
Chapel House
Where: Low Moor Chapel House Buildings, Bradford BD12 0HP
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
Number of 'excellent' reviews: 515
One customer wrote: "Lunch time visit for work, didn’t book a table but three of us were easily accommodated without fuss.
"Ordered drinks and fish and chips with two ale pies. All lovely and cooked well, Pam and Amy who served us were very nice and professional. Well done all."
The White Horse
Where: Well Heads, Thornton, Bradford BD13 3SJ
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
Number of 'excellent' reviews: 395
One customer wrote: "Been wanting to try this place for a while after seeing the menu including the specials which always seem to sound nice and it definitely didn't disappoint.
"Everything we ordered was so fresh and tasty, we couldn't fault anything.
"The staff were also friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back."
Ring O'Bells
Where: 212 Hill Top Road, Thornton, Bradford BD13 3QL
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
Number of 'excellent' reviews: 555
One customer wrote: "Once again another fantastic meal at the Ring o Bells, nothing is ever too much trouble.
"So much thought has been put into the menu to make sure that everyone is catered for, having to have a gluten-free diet is a delightful experience here and I highly recommend the fish and chips.
"The atmosphere is so relaxed and welcoming. As for the owners Paul and Jo, you can really tell that they take pride in what they do, always checking to make sure that everything is ok and having a friendly chat with you.
"We started going here 5 years ago and still say it is our favourite place to eat."
Baildon Fisheries
Where: 4 The Staithes, Baildon, Bradford BD17 6DB
Tripadvisor rating: 4.5/5
Number of 'excellent' reviews: 57
One customer wrote: "We've been eating from Baildon Fisheries since opening, this year taking advantage of their delivery service.
"Friday is our day. Delivery has only been late once all year - and that's understandable on occasion so I wouldn't berate them for that. Such is life.
"The thing that most stands out for us is their batter. It is so light and whatever they cook in suits us too. Other 'chippies' had us feeling 'yukky' the next day.
"Portions are more than adequate also - what's not to like?!
"Full marks all round from us....off to make our usual order."
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