Iconic Bristol fish and chip shop closes after almost 100 years

Iconic Bristol fish and chip shop closes after almost 100 years View Image

An iconic fish and chip shop that has served lunch and supper to generations of people in South Bristol for almost 100 years has closed, after the man who ran it finally retired as he approaches the age of 80.

Instead of enjoying some time off, Peter Adams took charge of an iconic South Bristol fish and chip restaurant at the age of 70. He said running Fishminster for the past ten years wasn’t how he pictured his ‘dream retirement’ to be, but said it was fun working seven days a week for behind the counter.

But now, the fish and chip takeaway and restaurant on North Street, Ashton, has closed. It is unclear what will happen to the business next, but Peter said he is now stepping away, thanking the loyal cus