THE end of the working week is drawing near and, for many, it is almost time for a chippy tea.

If you needed any more excuse to indulge in a Friday takeaway, did you know that today is National Fish and Chip Day?

The annual event, which has been a little later than originally planned this year due to the Covid-19 era, celebrates everyone involved in creating and serving the iconic British dish from fisherman and farmers to fish and chip shops, pubs and restaurants.

So to mark the day we have drawn up a mouthwatering list of the top chippies in Powys area, as rated by users of Tripadvisor.

Caersws Fish Bar, Station Road, Caersws - 4.5 stars, 121 reviews

"Ordered food from here whilst staying in the area," wrote one user.

"We thought we’d give it a try after reading all the hype on here. The hype is true....the chips are the best we’ve ever had!"

Another user said the owners "obviously take a lot of pride in their business and were very communicative, friendly and helpful."

Evans Fish Bar, China Street, Llanidloes - 4.5 stars, 130 reviews

Praised widely on the review site as a great place to stop after hiking in the beautiful Powys countryside.

"Great fish and chips and mushy peas!" wrote one user. "Just what we needed after walking up Plynlimon. Confidence-inspiring covid procedures."

Another added: "Excellent fish and chips all cooked fresh as you wait."

The Fish Bar, High Street, Llandrindod Wells - five stars, 20 reviews

"Flavoursome, large portions served very quickly," wrote on user. "Friendly servers at the best takeaway in town."

Another added: "Why can't all chip shops cook chips like this?"

Quality Fish Bar, Waterloo Road, Llandrindod Wells - 4.5 stars, 28 reviews

"Great chippy, friendly, clean and awesome chips," wrote one user. "I’ll deffo go again!"

Another concurred, adding: "The fish was freshly cooked and the chips were plentiful, so much so that we had to leave the chips. Excellent value for money."

Silver Fish Restaurant, Berriew Street, Welshpool - four stars, 52 reviews

"Excellent service," said one happy customer. "Freshly cooked while I waited. I ordered fish and chips but there was a varied menu. Social distancing is in place you entered through one door leaving through another."

Another added: "Fantastic family run chippy. Great value for money.will definatley be calling again on our trips through Welshpool."