Popular family-run fish and chip shop in Knaresborough to close its doors after 15 successful years

JR Yorkshire Fish and Chips, located on Boroughbridge Road and run by husband-and-wife team John and Nadia, has announced on social media that it will be closing on Friday, December 19.

The owners described the decision as ‘incredibly difficult’, explaining that a combination of personal and financial challenges had led to the closure.

In a post on social media, John and Nadia said: “After a lot of thought, we decided that closing now is the right step for our family."

The pair went on to thank the Knaresborough community for its unwavering support over the years, describing themselves as ‘truly honoured’ to have been part of residents’ daily lives.

They said: “We cannot begin to express how grateful we are for the loyalty, kindness, and support you have shown us over the years.

"We have met so many amazing people, and we have been truly honoured to be a part of this community’s daily life.”

Tributes were also paid to the shop’s staff, past and present, with the owners acknowledging their hard work and dedication throughout the journey.

They added: "A heartfelt thank you as well to all our staff, who have worked with us and supported us throughout this journey – we couldn’t have done any of this without you.”

JR Yorkshire Fish and Chips has built a strong reputation locally, becoming a regular fixture for families, Friday-night queues, and generations of loyal customers.

In 2021, it was named the Best Fish and Chip Shop in Yorkshire at Englands Business Awards.

Despite the closure, the owners hinted that this may not be the end of the story.

The family has encouraged customers to visit before the final day of trading on Friday, December 19.

John and Nadia said: “Thank you again, from the bottom of our hearts, for 15 years of memories and for being such a big part of our journey.

“We hope to see as many of you as possible before we close.”