THE OWNER of a much-loved Northumberland fish and chip van says they are "absolutely delighted" to be named the UK's mobile operator of the year.
After only firing up its friers for the first time in June 2021, Frosty's Mobile Chippy, which operates in and around the Tyne Valley, has already received national acclaim.
Last Wednesday (February 25), Frosty's was awarded the Mobile Operator of the Year at the National Federation of Fish Friers' (NFFF) National Fish and Chip Awards 2026.
Cameron Naylor, owner and operator of Frosty's, picked up the award at the trade association's annual ceremony, which this year took place at Park Plaza at Westminster Bridge, London.
He said he was "absolutely delighted", "incredibly honoured", and "really proud" to receive the national recognition.
"This award isn’t just mine; it belongs to the amazing people who support my business and to those who make all of this possible," Cameron said.
"My work isn't just about Fish and Chips, it's about being part of the small Northumberland communities that I serve, and I absolutely love what I do every day."
"A huge thank you to my brilliant suppliers, Chris and James from Smales and Mark and Gary from City Fresh, to name a few, for providing top-quality, consistent produce day in, day out.
"To my family, my incredible grandparents, and especially my girlfriend, Isabel, for her unwavering support through the long days, late nights and everything in between - this simply wouldn’t happen without you.
"And of course, to my loyal customers who support me all year round, through thick and thin - this is for you."
Upon finding out that Frosty's had swooped the award, Cameron said he was "delighted", "shocked", and "lost for words".
Although the owner and his team didn't have long to celebrate, as they had to be up at 5am the following day to head to Covent Garden for a Frosty's x Barbour x Paul Smith collaboration.
In what Cameron has called a "surreal experience", working with Barbour and Paul Smith, Frosty's went on a mini national tour, serving fish and chips in three cities (London, Leeds and Newcastle) in four days.
The experience included Sir Paul Smith visiting the van at Covent Garden; Cameron said it is a week that will "never be forgotten or beaten".
Looking to the future, he hopes to "continue growing the business" and revealed that Frosty's has some "big plans" for National Fish and Chip Day on June 5, which will be released in May.
Share