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Christmas party fish and chips in Fair Cross, West Berkshire
Christmas party fish and chips in Fair Cross: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- PTA Christmas events
- Staff Christmas parties
- Depot Christmas treats
Christmas party fish and chips for Fair Cross events
Christmas party fish and chips for your Christmas party in Fair Cross
We plan winter events around the dark and the weather: a well-lit spot for the van and the queue, and a quick, organised service. Typical bookings include school and PTA Christmas fairs and family Christmas get-togethers, serving sausage and chips, gravy and haddock and chips.
In winter near Fair Cross, we need firm ground and light, as fields are frequently soft. Everything is fried fresh at your Christmas party, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
- Area
- Fair Cross (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The menu and how many choices
- Access and parking
- Whether a minimum applies
- The number of meals
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The date and time of the event
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Where the event is
- A picture of the parking spot
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party for your Christmas party in Fair Cross? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
For event organisers in Fair Cross
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Fair Cross
What’s the nearest station to Fair Cross?
The closest is Mortimer station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
How far is Fair Cross from London?
Roughly 40 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Which areas do you serve?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Fair Cross.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before you book.
Do you do Christmas markets?
We do. Tell us the date and pitch.
Can you cook in the rain?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Flag any coeliac guests
- Choose a lit spot for the van
- December Fridays go first: book early
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
For a work party, food early in the evening usually works best.
A hot drinks station run by your team pairs well with the van.
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the Christmas party.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Christmas parties in Fair Cross: local tips
Fair Cross is about 6 miles east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Tell us where your Christmas party in Fair Cross will be, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot before the day. We serve all 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Fair Cross to Reading (about 6 miles away).
For colleagues travelling by train, the nearest station is Mortimer station, about 1.7 miles north-west.
Christmas parties anywhere in RG7 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. If your venue is just outside Fair Cross, we also cover Stratfield Saye (1 mile south-west), West End Green (2 miles west), Stratfield Mortimer (2 miles north-west), Spanish Green (2 miles south) and Wokefield (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Newbury (14 miles west), Thatcham (11 miles west), Burghfield Common (4 miles north-west), Speenhamland (14 miles west), Spencers Wood (3 miles north-east) and Calcot (6 miles north).
A little further out are Beaumys Castle (1.5 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Longwater and The Marshes Local Nature Reserve.
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Step by step
Nothing is cooked before it’s needed. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, so it’s as fresh as from any chip shop. December in Fair Cross means early darkness: the light goes at about 3:55pm, so a lit, sheltered spot for the van is essential.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Make sure the van can get in
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your Christmas party in Fair Cross, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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Perfect for your Christmas party in Fair Cross
It works for teams who can’t leave site.
These are some of the bookings we take in Fair Cross and West Berkshire:
- Staff Christmas parties
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Club and society Christmas socials
- PTA Christmas events
A Christmas fair at Church of St. Mary the Virgin is just the kind of event a chip van suits.
What your quote should include
- Whether there is a minimum
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if plans change
- How many hours the van serves
- 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