
Darren Sudlow
Darren Sudlow is a former fish and chip shop owner who operated the Plaice Station in Cheshire for 19 years before closing due to rising costs and diminishing profits in the industry. His experience highlights the challenges faced by small businesses in the fish and chip sector, including soaring ingredient prices and increased taxes.
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Darren Sudlow was the owner of the Plaice Station fish and chip shop, which ultimately closed after 19 years due to financial pressures.
Can fish and chip shops survive? ‘We made more money by closing than staying open’ | Food & drink industryThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2026-09-17



