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!
10. Duston Village Chippy - Duston
The Duston Village Chippy won the title of 'Best Takeaway of the Year 2017' at the Food Awards England and can be found on Main Road in Duston. Photo: Duston Village Chippy
12. The Flying Fish - Burton Latimer
The Flying Fish is located on Churchill Way in Burton Latimer. They also sell kebabs, burgers and chicken. Photo: The Flying Fish