Mr. Thomas' in Rochdale

Well what can I say I have been visiting this lovely place for many years , my friend and myself called about 4 30ish today had lovely food and drink my friend went to pay then we put our coats on and as we were walking through the door one of the young girls rushed over to us shouting to us ' Have you paid have you paid '. as you can imagine we were shocked everyone was looking at us it was so upsetting we are pensioners my friend said ' of course we have paid ' so we went back inside to show the receipt still people looking at us the young lady said ' Oh there was a mix up I'm sorry '. But this should never have happened in the first place !!! I have always recommended this place to many people over the years to be treated like this is unacceptable!!!

Top rate fish and chips etc in the restaurant on Thursday lunchtime. The place was soon full despite it being mid-October. Fine quality haddock. By far the best fish and chips at Hollingworth Lake, and probably the best in Rochdale. Serving staff were cheerful and speedy. Only gripe is that I asked for a cup of coffee but got a mug, although my wife got a cup and saucer for her tea!

I had a takeaway fish and chips and it was excellent. The fish was one of the best I've had in years. Most of the chips were very good with just the odd one a bit white. I would definitely go again.

Went here for fish and chips yesterday it was quite busy so I said excuse me to the guy frying the fish and chips if he had haddock cooked I think he is the owner he had a right attitude and ignorant the fish was ok but the chips were rubbish white slickly looking the mushy peas are ok would not go here again due to the bloke frying the chips attitude he needs to be kept in back not dealing with customers I will give it one star for the peas the chips over priced rubbish tasteless

Staff were rude and we could over hear the girl moaning about customers! Shocking service. poured out drinks into a glass which is totally fine but when done from a great height at speed it was completely flat! The Rag pudding was without overexaggerating the worst I've ever had, on appearance it looked like it had been dug up and was tasteless. didn't come with any gravy so was that dry i should have taken it over to the lake for a drink and a swim before tackling it. Had to request the bread and butter which was questioned by the staff which felt very awkward and so unprofessional. Overpriced and not value for money in my opinion. Will we return. No

3rd time here, I was so looking forward to it. It was excellent. All our 7 strong party loved it. The staff were so very friendly and helpful.

Ordered fish & chips they were lovely & fresh. The menu had plenty of options to choose from , staff where friendly & the shop was very clean. 10/10 from me

The chips I had were fine, not a huge portion, but okay. However, I made the mistake of ordering a ‘coffee’. No way had this liquid I received any resemblance to a cup of coffee! It was like ditchwater! There was really, truly, no discernible taste of coffee. A spoon may have dipped on its side into some form of coffee product and then hot water added. This is not the first time I have found this, I had had one around a year ago which was the same, but I had hoped the experience would be improved this time. Well, never again. DO NOT ORDER THE COFFEE HERE! They should be ashamed of themselves as a business, selling this. It’s really, really, terrible.

Me and my partner had stumbled past after spending some time in the pub across the street, we originally was going to get take out but decided to eat in (looking back we should of gone for the take out). We ordered food and the food itself was great can’t fault it. The service was also fast and good came out fast (it’s a small place with a few tables). But the real problem is when the gentleman on the table behind us had gone to pay his bill, the server (who served our food and drinks and took our order) ran off into the bathroom saying she was going to be sick. He then asked the other server to take his payment, and also asked her if the girl is okay, she replied “no she’s sick, but she can’t go home cos we are short staffed” might I add there was roughly 4-6 staff in the back and 4 tables eating with a total of 6 customers. Why this girl was refused to go home after saying she is sick at a food establishment is crazy and completely unacceptable. Ask anyone in the food industry, short staffed or not if a staff member is visibly ill it is a health hazard to allow them to continue to work. Me and my partner looked at each other worried and when she came out I pulled her to one side and asked her if she’s okay she told me “i was fine this morning but since then became more ill, and my manager won’t let me go home because we are short staffed”, I jumped up asked for the bill and before I could even pay she was told to go home. What upsets me is me and my partner had already eaten food handled by her and been in a close proximity of her. I hope the manager is reading this review, and realised what they had done wrong and is grateful that I haven’t reported them for breaching food standards, and I hope the girl feels better and doesn’t face any trouble from my review. Please send your staff home if they are visibly ill and throwing up!

I really fancied a chippy and this did not disappoint! I had a rag pudding which was filled with lots of tender steak and chips, gravy and bread. There was plenty of gravy to pour over the fresh,hot chips! For the dessert we all had a jam sponge which was a large portion and the jam tasted lovely. Always will return here on a trip to Hollingsworth lake!

home late from a long drive- great it was open and we got a table immediately. The service was pleasant and swift. The food was fresh, well done and so tasty. Got a real "back home" ht on the taste buds plus no washing up!

Best chippy I’ve had in a long time! That Chinese curry sauce is somat else 🤤🤤🤤 amazing service and very fast service!! Will definitely be visiting again

The waitress was appalling. Totally disinterested. Took ten minutes to take my order. Failed to ask or bring any condiments. Did not bring my bread and butter and had to be reminded to bring my drink. On paying the bill was attempting to overcharge me by £4. I had ordered the Special which included a soft drink. Asked to see the manager who was non plused. Need to sack the staff. Will not return. The room was cold and lacks any character.

We left a voicemaul message to book a table after poor line but when we got there was no table. So we had to take out the fish andchips t was lovely but disappointed that we had our table

I went with my wife and we both agreed it was the best fish and chips we’ve ever had. Would highly recommend.

First class service, food arrived very quickly - piping hot. Staff very attentive. Excellent quality food as well. Would highly recommend this place to anyone in the area looking to eat.

Visited today with my son. Been 18 months since last in the area and was looking forward to another visit to Mr. Thomas’. Used the takeaway on this occasion as had our dog with us. Ordered two meals and a sausage for the dog. The bill came to a few pence short of £20 which I thought was a little on the expensive side but most things are these days. I’ve been to Mr. Thomas’ quite a few times over the years and this was the first time I have been disappointed. The chips were for me a little undercooked and in short supply. The taste of them wasn’t particularly nice either, each chip left a strange after taste, whether it was the oil or the fact that they were undercooked slightly I don’t know but they didn’t taste nice. As for the fish the batter again wasn’t good. It was a little greasy with a strange shine to it. The fish was a good size and tasted ok but the batter spoilt it. Again could be the oil. My son enjoyed his rag pudding but didn’t like the chips and the dog didn’t complain about the sausage. The young lady that served me was very friendly. The only real positive of our visit. I hope it was just an off day as Mr. Thomas’ was up there as one of the best fish and chip shops we’d been to as a family. Unfortunately after this visit I will probably consider eating elsewhere when we visit Hollingsworth Lake in the future.

Fantastic Fish & chips. The staff are very friendly and the food was reasonably priced. We even had apple and blackcurrant crumble. One and half hour drive home afterwards. I'm full.

Love hollinworth lake, the chippy is a must!! Amazing place, beautiful views and the best chips as great as Holmfirth xx

Very Very rude staff walked out Avoid overpriced too shame because the food is good but the staff don’t want to be there after 7pm that’s very obvious

We called in for lunch, 3 of us including my sister who is a wheelchair user and currently unable to eat large portions. They went out of their way to help us with her chair, chose a suitable meal from the menu and assist where necessary. 2 of us had haddock, chips and peas and a small portion of haddock and chips for my sister. I can honestly say these are the best fish and chips I have ever tasted. Not greasy but just hot fresh and perfect - would we go back - you bet we would, planning our next visit already.Thumbs up to the lovely dark haired waitress - just lovely

I usually have haddock and chips but fancied a change so went for mr Thomas’s cheese and onion pie. Did not enjoy ! It was like eating mush, couldn’t tell if it was supposed to be in some sort of pastry or on a base if I had to guess I would say reheated in a microwave which had ruined the pastry. Probably will go again but won’t be ordering cheese and onion couldn't describe it as pie!

Takeaway from the chippy a treat after a busy week…..what an utter disappointment all 4 portions soggy batter and limp tasteless chips. I’ve eaten in the restaurant and it was exquisite but the takeaway awful. Poor service disinterested staff even commented on by my 13 yrs old ‘she’s not happy in her work’ Enough said no wonder there was no queue unlike Martin’s Chippy queued right out the door…… you decide folks

I think this place is actually quite good value for what you get. On this occasion we ate in the actual cafe bit so can only comment on that as opposed to the actual chippy part. The staff were very welcoming. There was a lot to choose from on their menu with a couple of special offers for meals. I went for the fish meal that came with mushy peas, bread and butter and a drink for an ok price for the big portion. The fish was cooked to perfection as it was flaky and moist. The batter was also perfectly crunchy. The children's meals are a good deal too. We would definitely come again.

Worst chippy in Rochdale Small portions Slowest service Always leave things off Your order . So expensive Lot off rubbish on floor

What a cute little gem. Will be back soon. Everything was made fresh and you could taste it. Wasn't too expensive either so that was great. Not from this area but if I'm back will be down again.

Visited for the 3rd time today after a lovely walk round Hollingworth Lake with my husband and son, it was freezing cold with snow on the surrounding hillsides but this made everything look like a pretty Christmas card though not so easy to walk on ! (Sun 11th Dec.) Mr Thomas's was nice & warm & the staff were efficient. My husband & son both had the haddock & chips, 1 with mushy peas & bread & butter, while I had the homemade cheese and onion pie with chips and beans. All our food was piping hot & tasty, the fish was particularly white & good quality with crispy batter, just what we wanted after a freezing walk. We enjoyed it all & would definitely recommend it to anyone.

Called into the restaurant yesterday after a solo walk around the lake. Just wanted to say how brilliant the service was. The lady taking the orders and generally organising everything was extremely attentive, taking orders quickly, clearing tables and still managing to have a smile...

Prices going up -but they are everywhere. Food fresh and tasty- so definitely worth the extra. Amazing variety of items not simply fish and chips. Must try something else Small fish & chips to take away £6

The best cod n chips I've had in many many years... one of the highlights of my visit home from Thailand so far...

Having recently returned from holiday in Scotland - and having eaten 2 lots of fish n chips North of the border - I can honestly say (and my family agree) they were nothing like the quality of Mr Thomas's. Dependably high quality.

Visited for the first time today on our 1st visit in years to Hollingworth Lake. Ate inside, the restaurant was clean with a nice view of the yachts & lake through the window. The waitress was efficient & our food came promptly. My husband &...

My hubby and I took our 3 grandchildren there for an after school treat. Wow! Definitely wish we hadn't. The chips were at best today's. Maybe. The rag pudding was rock hard at the edges. No gravy. It was all dryer than the desert. Kids...

I had previously dined in the restaurant and I was happy with my food there. This week I was on a quick solo visit to the are and decided to call-in for takeaway to sit and eat by the lake. My order was taken by...

Called in for lunch with my wife. We both had the Haddock and Chips. Perfect juicy tasty haddock in crisp golden batter, superb chips. A generous pot of tea and excellent mushy peas. Fish and chips don't get much better than that! Pleasant service and...

Visited the restaurant as I thought it would be nice to sit in. Dining room empty on arriving. Found the staff to be very unhelpful when ordering and extremely unaccommodating for children e.g. no suitable cups for toddler. Service slow with other orders placed after...

Went for the two course senior citizens menu. Fish ,chips,bread and butter and tea or coffee with a specialty ice-cream to follow. We received excellent service from the two young waitresses. Quick service and good quality food and drinks not forgetting the ice cream. Excellent...

Seems to be the place to go for fish and chips lovely big portion that I couldn't Finnish most definitely be back again maybe take away next time and sit by the lake

Called in tonight, bought 2 fish and chips and peas, asked for lots of salt and vinegar, 2 young girls served us, we then drove to the other side of the lake to find the food had no salt and vinegar, very disappointed on this...

Only had £3:10 in cash today and my Grandaughter wanted Nuggets n Chips. The guy behind the counter said it was £3:70 but we could still have it. Thought that was a lovely gesture until I opened the box and there was only 4 nuggets...

Visited the cafe with my husband, son and 94 yr old nana (fran). We sat inside and ordered fish & chips, squid & chips king prawns and nana had a rag pudding. She was thrilled that a traditional dish was still available. All the food...

Best fish and mushy peas I have had, there's always a cue but its worth the wait we travel miles to enjoy the food.

Always busy and you can see why the fish and chips are lovely all freshly cooked and good quality, nice mushy peas as well. Nice to eat by the lake looking at a lovely view.

Mr Thomas's Chippy at the lake used to be one of the best in the whole of Rochdale. I feel it has changed hands as I do not recognize any of the staff. Today was the second time we had visited in the last month or so. And again I was served over cooked and dry chips, and a fish which even though it had been cooked while I waited, was soggy and dripping in oil. And wow do they know how to charge £9 for Fish and Chips and a Chip Muffin ( yes muffin as this is Rochdale not Manchester a Barm it will never be !!! ) I am afraid as a local it is one to now avoid and leave it to the poor unsuspecting day visitors to Hollingworth Lake !

Soggy batter, tastless fish, cold chips ful of grease, peas like bullets. Find another chippy this one is awful.

Best Fish and Chips I have had in a long time even my wife enjoyed them and she is not a fish and chip lover, walk round the lake first gets you ready, had to queue for half an hour but well worth it, a must if you like your fish and chips

I was shielding and received Very good service. I ordered from home, and collected order at the time I specified. Great fish and chips, terrific service (with a smile). We ate outside on a bench overlooking Hollingworth Lake. We will return.

Have been coming here for ages for our fish and chip treat as it’s been the best by far got the last few times was terrible! Greasy chips and overcooked batter. What’s gone wrong?

After 5 visits...we both agreed the Haddock was best cooked...full of flavour..Chips ..piping hot...Recommend..Best Chippy around..worth the 25 mile round trip..

Takeaway £23 for: Fish, chips and mushy peas Cheese pie and chips 2 x kids meals Not the cheapest and not the best.

Stopped off for a takeaway fish and chips after a lovely walk around Hollingworth Lake. There was a bit of a queue as there was when we arrived, so it is very popular. Service from the girls was good and friendly, but perhaps if they asked if anyone wants fish in advance, it would reduce the queuing and waiting time? The food was nice but nothing special

Closed door in our faces after queuing when we could of been told they were closed before queuing , miserable old man and rude

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Littleborough near the lake does seem to attract quite steep prices these days for some items on the menus compared to other parts of the UK we've been to but I must admit we both had the fish special meal and the batter was light and tasty and the fish beautiful. Portion was fantastic and the kids enjoyed there meals too. A lovely little cafe in a great location.. Has got some competitive cafes nearby but if your after a great fish and chip meal definitely can't beat them for sure

Mr Thomas’ Cafe went out of their way to provide a meal for 15 Cubs and 7 leaders tonight. They opened late on Christmas Eve Eve so we could have a chippy walk beforehand. We had pre-ordered so after sitting down they sorted out a few queries and started to serve. Food was well cooked - best fish and chips I’ve had and most plates were completely cleared by the end. Fantastic service and thank you for opening for us guys.A great end to our Scouting term.

after a walk around the lake nothing better than stopping for fish and chips here , we usually sit in the car looking over the lake but occasionally sit in and the service is lovely, food really good .worth a visit!

Went here for takeaway recently, fish and chips came to around £6, which was expensive considering the later revealed poor quality, but I was charged nearer to £8, the restaurant price. Didn't want to make a fuss, but the cocky proprietor's attitude marked this out clearly as a blatant ripoff. Avoid under all circumstances! This guy's method of trading is shabbier than his food.

Back in July visiting friends in the area we came here for a second visit. Sat in for fish and chips on a plate. Nice beer also. Good service. Enjoyable meal. Don't usually get the chance to have your fish and chips at the table. It seems very popular, so our friends had booked in advance.

It seems like a typical tourist fish and chip shop. The batter was poor and judging by the colour of the frying the oil was well overdue changing. Not even average in our opinion. We tried this establishment some months ago (as we like to give everywhere a second chance) but the experience was just the same so we won't be back a 3rd time.

I have been to Mr Thomas's takeaway on a number of occasions when visiting Hollingworth Lake and would like to say that the young lads in particular who work there are an absolute credit to you. They are polite and well mannered and are never too busy to have a laugh with the customers which even makes waiting in the queue worthwhile. Best chips around too!!

I feel bad writing this however I work with the public and this hit home to me esp after reading other reviews .. we have been in and had chip barms which were lovely how ever the girl that served us was totally miserable and made us feel uncomfortable .... wudnt put us off coming back however customer service needs looking at esp as this isn't the only comment on this..

My husband and I arrived yesterday 9.9.19, we went to the take out part. The staff were rather miserable and not very welcoming, polite or friendly, which is a real shame because I always find when we come to Lancashire people are a lot more welcoming, polite and friendly compared to up here in Yorkshire where I am from. (My husband is actually from Lancashire originally. My cod was lovely, my husband had steak and kidney pudding which he enjoyed. My chips were not edible whatsoever, they were rock hard, very dry and only warm, it was like they had been left to cook since 1969. My husband ate his chips but he had gravy on his so they went softer, but he didn’t particularly enjoy them.

Firstly start with the positive myself and my family really enjoy this chip shop when we come to the lake, it really is lovely.

We came to Mr Thomas's this bank holiday that has just passed, we have been coming here for years as we have always been impressed and love Hollingworth Lake.

Really disappointed when the pie arrived. It had been heated in the microwave, it was just a mound of grease & unbaked pastry.

Very Good, especially the fish and chips. Good Value for money too but always busy which is a good sign.You can also buy bread for the ducks!!!

Decided to give this chippy a try with our 3 grandchildren all under the age of 10

Have been here loads of times and was always great but went Sat afternoon and ate in at the cafe part. Ordered homemade cheese and onion pie, waited ages and when it came it was microwaved and disgusting, tried to catch the attention of the server but he pretended not to hear and as it was busy I didn't want to make a scene so quietly told him when we paid the bill. He did not even apologise or seem bothered at all just said I will tell them? Appalling to charge £9 for microwaved pie.

Two of us went to Hollingworth Lake yesterday and called into this fish and chip cafe for lunch – and were very pleased that we did. We were welcomed with a smile from a nice young man and very quickly we had ordered – a two course fish and chip special for the wife (ice cream to follow) and a big boys fish and chips with peas and bread and butter for me plus tea for two. We didn't have long to wait before our meals were served, freshly fried, and piping hot.. Both meals were delicious and we really enjoyed them. The batter on the fish was crispy whilst the cod inside was lovely. The chips were 'old school' made and non of that frozen pre cut stuff and were great. Free sauces - what could be better. Total bill came to a very reasonable £18.94 which was good value for money. If in the area we will definitely return – we were well looked after and I'm sure that you will be too.

Lovely fish and chips from. Mr Thomas's. Take away and eat by the lake, remembering to put the wrappers in the bin afterwards!

3 of us had 3 x regular fish n chips. 1 battered sausage and some scraps. Very good. Plenty big enough portion. Staff serving were nice and polite. £19 in total. NEARLY as good as the fish n chips from Shambles in settle. 😉

All I ordered was a chip muffin and the chips tasted like they had been there all day and reheated three times over. It was the worst chippy i have ever had. I think you need to make fresh batches, I would of been happy to wait.

We had decided to go to Mr Thomas's for a catch up and lunch

We visited for lunch, and although we had not been for a good few years we need not have worried. The Cod and Chips special priced at £9.95 is just amazing as it always was. Perfectly cooked fish and Chips, these where served with a pot of proper mushy peas and bread and butter, along with tea and coffee.

The best chips in the world! Never fails to deliver freshly cooked and delicious food always served with a 😊

Great quality and really tasty fish and chips. Just awesome. Great value for money. I also visit here, when in the area.

My husband and I stopped at Hollingsworth lake and walked up the road to get fish and chips my husband has had them before I haven’t and they are the best I have had because we took them to eat at the lake the chips were still fresh and the fish didn’t have a lot of batter so you got a lot of fish would recommend it to everyone

Visited here today on recommendation by a friend who lives in the area, and can honestly say it was the best fish and chips I have eaten in ages. It was very busy when we arrived but managed to get a table for two, I ordered the haddock and it was huge, hot and covered in a very tasty batter. The staff were efficient and friendly, will definitely visit again.

Both eat in and takeaway are excellent. Other chippies used to come up to this standard but have since fell by the wayside. My choice every time. Fully deserves the fresh fish awards they have won.

This is one of the best fish and chip restaurants I have been to, the food is always lovely and the service fast and friendly

Eaten here many times, whether it's fish & chips or a full breakfast its always been top quality, excellent friendly service too and will definitely be going back soon.

Lovely meal with my hubby.. fresh cheese&onion; pie with chips .. they always make it so tasty.. I love with half salad & chip's & hubby loves it with mushy peas.. great place to dine & then walk it off around Hollingsworth lake..

Telephoned a reservation greeted upon entry The fish and chips was excellent as was the service We will be going again

We had arranged to go to Mr Thomas's

Great place to stop off for fish and chips following a walk around Hollingworth Lake. Always freshly cooked and lots of places to sit and eat them and admire the view of the lake.

the fish is always amazing from here. But so is the breakfast and the staff are always so nice. Thank you we will be returning for either fish and chips or family breakfast.

Had lovely fish and chips, however the ambience was let down by being cold, lack of dining area heating, legs cold and need to wrap up well.

We popped up for a chippy tea on a nice evening a couple of weeks ago for the first time having driven by on numerous occasions and seen the queues. We managed to get a table in the cafe / restaurant.

Dined here on 18/8/18 and had one of the nicest fish and chip dinners we've had for many years. The quality of the haddock and the cod was outstanding, both cooked to perfection. Lovely meal.

Went here for fish and chips with mushy peas and sausage and gravy. The fish and chips and sausage were good, the peas were average but the gravy was amazing! Not enough salt and vinegar when asked for it. I’d have preferred to put it on myself but I’m fussy!

Today 7.8.18, my husband and I drove up from Yorkshire to have our dinner (Cod, chips & mushy peas) in the restaurant. We arrived at about 12pm. We were seated promptly. Both waitresses were polite, friendly and welcoming. The service was fantastic, as was the food. The food was also very tasty. The restaurant itself was very clean. The ‘one’ unisex toilet however, was absolutely disgusting. The entire toilet inside and out, top to bottom was dirty, dusty and I also noticed hairs towards the bottom on the pedestal before the floor. Tiles dirty. Door dirty. Hand soap dispenser dirty, dusty. Hand dryer dusty. Sink dirty, dusty. It clearly hasn’t been cleaned for sometime. I am a cleaner, I also have ‘one’ unisex toilet which I clean every single day, which takes me no more than ten minutes. I clean the same things in my toilet every day because that way it gets kept on top of, it also stays immaculately clean and no complaints are ever made. I was very disappointed. I would have mentioned this to the waitresses as I left the toilet to leave the restaurant but they weren’t in the restaurant at that time. I would have rated Mr Thomas’s ‘excellent’ if the toilet wasn’t disgusting.

I have been visiting Mr Thomas fish and chip restaurant for many years. I normally combine my eating at the restaurant with a nice walk around the lake which is situated opposite Mr T’s.

Not our first visit by any means, but once again the fish chips and mushy peas first class. The staff very friendly and most helpful. Will be back soon.

We normally go to the chip shop only but today we decided to go in the restaurant section as it was raining. I ordered lasagne and it came with a huge portion of chips and two slices of garlic bread. The food was absolutely delicious and piping hot. You also get two big cups of tea which makes this place brilliant value overall. Delicious food and lovely surroundings. I would definitely visit again.

Very good well cooked (to order) Fish 'n' chips plus lot's of other food choices with chips of course. Mushy Peas, curry sauce and so much more. Would have been a 5* review if the staff had been a little happier and more welcoming but, it's a busy chippy so mustn't grumble.

I had walked with my parents around the lake and my parents really fancied a sit down and to have fish and chips. Unfortunately the restaurant isn't very big and it was full. We didn't fancy hanging about waiting for a table to finish. We decided to find a bench and then select takeaway. The fish was lovely but the chips we all left - they were soggy. Maybe would have been better with gravy on. The man at the counter was helpful with our requests. Maybe people were not selecting fish and chips with the weather being so hot and thats why chips weren;t good . It was our first visit. The Olive and Pickle restaurant was doing very well

Had takeaway pudding chips peas and gravy. The best on the area. It is always busy place and fish is cooked to order. When you come in ask for what u will be having. I will go back

Ordered basic fish and chips for two and tap water. The restaurant is quite small and very noisy. The fish and chips are very good the service ok. It wasn't until we were outside we realised what we had actually paid - £17. At the time of paying we received our credit card receipt but the breakdown receipt was screwed up and thrown away. Fish and chips is £7.25 so should have only been charged £14.50. We were charged for their special of fish, chips and a drink £8.50 each. Expensive tap water! especially when we didn't drink the full glasses. My whole water bill for a month is only £16. We should have gone back and complained but we didn't. We just decided we don't go there again. Plenty of other places to eat at around Hollingworth Lake.

Ist visit to Lake today which had to be cut short due to bad hayfever. Fell in love with the place but the fish and chips were the absolute highlight. Piping hot and cooked to perfection. I stand by the title and can't wait to go back. I am very particular about my fish and chips but this hits the spot; well done Mr Thomas! Sadly I could not share the picture with you.

Went her on Thursday after a walk around the lake. It was really busy, only one member of staff serving initially. The staff seemed more interested in talking about about a person that was stood outside the shop and taking the mickey out of them than doing what they should have been doing Staff were not at all friendly, they didn't seem to be making any effort at all.