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Christmas party fish and chips in Chalkhouse Green, Reading
Christmas party fish and chips in Chalkhouse Green: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Christmas markets and fairs
- Club and society Christmas socials
- PTA Christmas events
Christmas party fish and chips in Chalkhouse Green
Space, access and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A short walk from the party
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Chalkhouse Green
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
How our Christmas party fish and chips works in Chalkhouse Green
Not every Christmas party needs a turkey dinner. Fish and chips from the van is warming, generous and a bit different. Popular choices include haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips, and we are often booked for staff Christmas parties and christmas lunches for shift teams.
For a Christmas party near Chalkhouse Green, firm, lit ground near the house or hall is key. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Book as early as possible for December
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Plan lighting near the hatch
Plan cover for the queue.
Crackers on the tables finish it off.
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Chalkhouse Green: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Chalkhouse Green?
Reading station, about 2.6 miles south of the centre.
How far is Chalkhouse Green from London?
Roughly 38 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
What about guests who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
When should we eat?
Early in the evening normally works best. For a lunch, tell us your break time.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Do you come to Chalkhouse Green?
We do. We serve events in Chalkhouse Green and across Reading. Send us your date to check availability.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What happens if it rains?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- The date and time of year
- How easy the site is to reach
- How long we serve
- How far we travel
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
What to tell us
The more we know about your Christmas party, the better we can plan. Please include:
- The address or venue name
- Your date and serving time
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Planning a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Chalkhouse Green? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Planning a Christmas party in Chalkhouse Green
Chalkhouse Green is about 1 mile north-west of Caversham, in Reading. Wherever your Christmas party is in the RG4 area, we can bring the van to you. Chalkhouse Green is one of 34 places in Reading we cover.
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Emmer Green Primary School, suit a chip van. A Christmas fair at Saint Barnabas Emmer Green is just the kind of event a chip van suits.
Anywhere in RG4, we can bring the van to you. That could mean a Christmas party at a home on Kidmore End Road, Chalkhouse Green Lane and Tanners Lane, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. If your venue is just outside Chalkhouse Green, we also cover Tokers Green (1 mile south-west), Emmer Green (1 mile south-east), Caversham (1 mile south-east), Caversham Heights (1 mile south) and Caversham Park Village (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Norcot (3 miles south-west), West Reading (3 miles south), Tilehurst Within (4 miles south-west), Shinfield (6 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (9 miles south-east) and Horncastle (4 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.9 miles south) and Battle Hospital (2.8 miles south). Within reach you will find South Lake and Sonning Hill.
- Schools near Chalkhouse Green include Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre (1.1 miles south) and The Warwick School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include Bird in Hand pub (0.8 miles north-east)
Step by step
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Sunset in Chalkhouse Green in late December is about 3:55pm, so plan lighting for any party after mid-afternoon. Lunchtime is the brightest slot in December.
- First, tell us about your Christmas party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
A chip van compared with other options
A cold buffet in December isn’t much of a treat. Hot food from the van does. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your Christmas party is.
Why book with us
- No kitchen needed
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- We cover Chalkhouse Green and the whole of Reading
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
Events we cater in Chalkhouse Green
Rain or shine, the fryers keep going.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Chalkhouse Green book the van for events such as:
- Work Christmas parties
- End-of-year customer events
- Christmas socials for clubs
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
For anyone getting the train home after the party, Reading station is about 2.6 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- When payment is due
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce and it’s on the menu.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch