The Reign Stays in Spain! Trenchers evolving but keeping the same victorious values By Rosie Wowk
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renchers has a reputation for serving some of the best fish and chips in the country and the Whitby establishment was deservedly awarded ‘Best Fish and Chip Restaurant in the UK’ at The 2019 National Fish and Chip Awards. But this reputation wasn’t built overnight, it’s 40 years in the making. Trenchers Restaurant originally opened in 1980, launching as a seafood and fish and chip restaurant. The menu was developed to make the most of the fresh produce available in the famous seaside town and prided itself on providing high-quality food. This commitment to local ingredients and delicious freshly prepared dishes meant it became an instant hit with locals and tourists alike. Following four decades of subtle adaptation, Trenchers familiar atmosphere is eternal. The wellloved decor may have been replaced, cooking equipment updated, and the menu revamped in places, but the soul of the restaurant remains the same. The restaurant currently employs over 60 dedicated and hard-working members of staff, each one being responsible for ensuring service
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with a smile is enjoyed during every visit. The management team are dedicated to creating a family atmosphere for customers dining at the restaurant and employees alike. In 2019, Trenchers Whitby was proud to be awarded ‘Best Fish and Chip Restaurant in the UK’ at The National Fish and Chip Awards. The award recognises outstanding restaurants across the country that serve incredible fish and chips and provide excellent customer service. After the success of the restaurant and takeaway in Whitby, plans were put in place to grow the brand and find a second location. In the summer of 2018, Whitby’s sister restaurant opened in the newly refurbished Spanish City, Whitley Bay. Spanish City is a Grade II listed building that originally opened in 1910 and is just a stone throw away from Whitley Bay’s Blue Flag Beach. It’s an iconic symbol of the Northeast and has had many uses in its 110 years including a cinema, ballroom, bingo hall, arcade and nightclub. Trenchers was given a prime location inside Spanish City. It sits on the ground floor under the spectacular dome, which has been lovingly
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