A popular fish and chip shop is set to re-open under the ownership of two brothers.

Cem Oktem and his brother have taken on Jingling Lane Fish & Chips in Kirkby Lonsdale hot on the heels of opening Priory Plaice Fish and Chips Shop in Ulverston in April. 

Öktem Kitchens has been in the industry for 15 years after taking over Packet Bridge Fish and Chips in Bolton Le Sands back in February 2008. The second site, Westgate Fish & Chips, opened in Morecambe in November 2019.

The Westmorland Gazette: Cem Oktem and his brother Cihan Oktem reopened the doors of Priory Place Fish and Chip shop

Cem Oktem has been a trainer at the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF) training school since 2017.

He said: "We've had our eye on number four since 2016 since we re-branded Packet Bridge. 

"It was a popular, traditional fish and chip shop so we're going to keep the name but re-brand in our style with a new logo. The building is old and tired and in need of a new lease of life so will be closed over the summer for a full refurbishment.

The Westmorland Gazette: Inside Westgate Fish & Chips in Morecambe

"We want it to be to the standard of Westgate Fish & Chips and be unrecognisable to its customers. My brother moved to the area two years ago and his kids go to school there so we can't wait to open up and be a proud part of the community."

The brothers announced the news on the Packet Bridge Fish and Chips last week which was met with a great reception. 

One man said: "So glad you’ve got this one. I used to go here when I was at QES."

One woman added: "Fabulous chippy back in the day. Look forward to visiting."

The duo's reputation also seemed to precede them on the post with one Facebook user saying: "That's great news, the one in Ulverston is always busy when I drive past. Heard good reviews."

Jingling Lane Fish & Chips Shop is set to open in the autumn time. For more information, please visit the Packet Bridge Fish & Chips Facebook page.