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Christmas party fish and chips in Mortimer, West Berkshire
Christmas party fish and chips in Mortimer: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Lights switch-on events
- Work Christmas parties
- End-of-year club parties
A chip van near Mortimer
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Access and parking
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
- Numbers
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and time of the event
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The spot you have in mind for the van
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
About our Christmas party fish and chips in Mortimer
The van parks outside and serves hot food, without anyone leaving site. For warehouse and depot Christmas lunches and christmas fairs at schools, we’ll put together a menu of sausage and chips, cod and chips and gravy.
Around Mortimer, Christmas parties are often at home, the village hall or a club. We need firm ground and some light. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Where
- Mortimer (RG7)
- County
- West Berkshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Next to a Christmas meal out, a van means no booking, no travel and no time off site. Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Step by step
The van turns up at the agreed time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. An afternoon Christmas party in Mortimer can start in daylight and finish in the dark, with sunset about 4:00pm; light the path to the van.
- We start with a few details about your Christmas party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Clear the route for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
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Takeaway run or book a van?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Christmas parties in Mortimer: local tips
Mortimer is about 4 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. We cover Mortimer as standard, so your Christmas party just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We take the van to 155 places in West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading, about 6 miles away.
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Mortimer St John's C.E. Infant School, suit a chip van. Christmas fairs at a church such as Mortimer Methodist Church can book the van as a hot-food stall.
Wherever your Christmas party is in RG7, we can fry fresh for your guests. Your Christmas party could be at a house on The Street, Croft Road and Leigh Field or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Stratfield Mortimer (1 mile east), Mortimer West End (1 mile south-west), Goddard's Green (2 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (2 miles north) and Wokefield (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (11 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles west), Speenhamland (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (4 miles east), Calcot (5 miles north) and Shaw (11 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Calleva Museum (2 miles south-west) and Beaumys Castle (3.7 miles east). Open spaces near Mortimer include Hosehill Lake.
- Nearby schools include The Willink School (1.4 miles north) and The Willink School (1.4 miles north)
- Local pubs include Horse and Groom pub (less than half a mile east)
Perfect for your Christmas party in Mortimer
The van keeps cooking in any weather.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Festive family gatherings
- PTA Christmas events
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
- Christmas markets and fairs
For colleagues travelling by train, the closest railway station is Mortimer station, roughly 1.4 miles east of the centre.
Before you book anyone
- Any minimum charge
- VAT, if it applies
- When final numbers are due
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Before you choose a spot
We will be honest if a spot will not work, and help find another. The main points are:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Agree the spot with the venue
- Plan an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Plan lighting near the hatch
- Flag any coeliac guests
Plan cover for the queue.
Christmas music near the van sets the mood.
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Mortimer
How far is Mortimer from London?
About 43 miles from central London.
Which station is closest to Mortimer?
Mortimer station, about 1.4 miles east of the centre.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Is grass a problem?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your Christmas party and we will send a quote.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
- 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