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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Burghfield events
We bring a fish and chip van for your event to Burghfield and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Church fêtes
- Summer fairs
- Festivals
Fish and chip van for events for Burghfield events
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- What’s available on the pitch
- Space for a queue away from paths
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Burghfield
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Fish and chip van for events in Burghfield, cooked to order
Send us the event details and the pitch information, and we will let you know if we’re available. On the menu are sausage and chips, haddock and chips and chips, and typical bookings are for sports days and feeding event crew.
Near Burghfield, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we are up and running.
Also near Burghfield
Other occasions in Burghfield
A chip van compared with other options
For a stall visitors will queue for, a chip van is hard to beat. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Burghfield? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Community events around Burghfield
Burghfield is about 4 miles south-west of Reading, in Reading. We take a fish and chip van for your event to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Burghfield and nearby villages. We take the van to all 34 towns and villages in Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
A school like Burghfield St Mary's C.E. Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day. A summer fête at Church of St Mary the Virgin is the classic setting for a fish and chip van.
We take the van to events all over RG30. Streets in the area include Saxon Gate, Hazel Close and Willow Close, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve events in Trash Green (1 mile north), Burghfield Hill (1 mile south), Sulhamstead Abbots (1 mile west), Sheffield Bottom (1 mile north-west) and Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (1 mile west). We also serve nearby towns such as Caversham (6 miles north-east), Norcot (4 miles north), West Reading (4 miles north-east), Tilehurst Within (3 miles north), Shinfield (4 miles east) and Arborfield Garrison (7 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Thames Valley Police Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Beaumys Castle (3.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
- Schools near Burghfield include The Willink School (1.1 miles south-west) and The Willink School (1.1 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The Hatchgate pub (0.6 miles east)
Common questions in Burghfield
Which station is closest to Burghfield?
Theale station, about 1.9 miles north-west of the centre.
Do you trade at school fairs around Burghfield?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
What do you need on the pitch?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we’ll confirm.
Can the van come to Burghfield?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Burghfield. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your visitors, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
It depends on the event: pitch fee, percentage or minimum. We’ll agree it in writing.
How it works
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. In Burghfield, a midsummer event stays light until about 9:25pm, but by late September the light goes at about 7:10pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, 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.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
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:
- Settle the pitch terms early
- Tell us about the pitch
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
If we’re feeding volunteers, agree a time that suits the schedule.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
Who books fish and chip van for events in Burghfield?
Organisers book a chip van because it’s one of the most popular stalls.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Burghfield and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Sports club events and race days
- Sports days
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Agricultural and country shows
If visitors are coming by train, Theale station is about 1.9 miles away.
What your quote should include
- How allergens are handled
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- The service time, and the cost of running over
What a fish and chip van costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How many people are eating
- Your choice of menu
Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The venue or postcode
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Expected numbers
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it is lovely with a pie.
- 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