Wokingham · England
Christmas party fish and chips in Shurlock Row, Wokingham
We bring a fish and chip van for your Christmas party to Shurlock Row and nearby, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Depot Christmas treats
- Club and society Christmas socials
- Lights switch-on events
Planning an event in Shurlock Row?
About our Christmas party fish and chips in Shurlock Row
The Christmas season is short and busy, so ask as soon as you know yours. We serve cod and chips, haddock and chips and pie and chips, and we are frequently booked for festive gatherings after Christmas and work Christmas parties.
Near Shurlock Row, country lanes are dark in winter, so let us know about access and lighting. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Shurlock Row?
A Christmas party at a venue costs more per head. A van in the car park keeps it simple. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why book our van in Shurlock Row
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No surprises in your quote
See our prices page or the cost guide.
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Confirm allergies by email
- December Fridays go first: book early
- Keep the queue dry
Afterwards, we pack up.
Crackers on the tables finish it off.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your Christmas party in Shurlock Row
Do you come out to small places like Shurlock Row?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Is Shurlock Row close to London?
About 31 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
When do Christmas bookings fill up?
As early as possible. Fridays in December book up first.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
How much does a fish and chip van for your Christmas party cost in Shurlock Row?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we’ll reply with a price.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Planning a Christmas party in Shurlock Row
Shurlock Row is about 4 miles east of Woodley, in Wokingham. People in Shurlock Row book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve 35 places across Wokingham, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Shurlock Row to Reading (7 miles away).
For colleagues travelling by train, the closest railway station is Twyford station, roughly 2.5 miles west of the centre.
Wherever your Christmas party is in RG10, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can serve a Christmas party on streets such as Hungerford Lane and Darvills Lane, wherever the van can park. Neighbouring places where we serve Christmas parties include Hungerford (1 mile west), Waltham St Lawrence (1 mile north), Hurst (2 miles west), Whistley Green (2 miles west) and Ruscombe (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Reading (7 miles west), Wokingham (4 miles south-west), Woodley (4 miles west), Earley (6 miles west), Crowthorne (6 miles south) and Lower Earley (6 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Wokingham Hospital (4.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include South Lake and Weycock Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Royal Oak pub (within half a mile east)
Who books Christmas party fish and chips in Shurlock Row?
By December, many people have had several Christmas dinners, so fish and chips is a welcome change.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Christmas fairs and lights switch-ons
- Christmas fairs at schools
- End-of-year customer events
PTA Christmas fairs, for a school such as Waltham St Lawrence Primary School, suit a chip van.
What your quote should include
- A clear list of what’s included
- Whether travel is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- How allergens are handled
Also near Shurlock Row
Other occasions in Shurlock Row
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
About the food
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Step by step
We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule. It gets dark in Shurlock Row by about 3:55pm at Christmas; park the van where there is good light, and keep the walk short.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your Christmas party, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
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Planning the van’s spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Flat, firm ground for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- 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