West Berkshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events for Catmore events
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your event makes the food a highlight of your event in Catmore.
- Village fêtes
- Festivals
- Charity fundraisers and community events
A chip van near Catmore
How our fish and chip van for events works in Catmore
When there is hot food, people stay longer, which is good for every other stall. We’re frequently asked to cater community open days and village fêtes, serving cod and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce.
At a field event near Catmore, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Area
- Catmore (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule. Summer events in Catmore have daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer and about 7:10pm by late September, which helps evening trading. Winter fairs, dark by about 4:00pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your visitors.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Plan where the queue will stand
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
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Nearby places to Catmore
What else we do in Catmore
Running an event in Catmore
Catmore is about 6 miles south-east of Wantage, in West Berkshire. We take a fish and chip van for your event to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Catmore. Catmore is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 17 miles away.
Within about 6 miles is the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
Events anywhere in RG20 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Nearby, we also serve events in Farnborough (2 miles north-west), Brightwalton (2 miles west), Stanmore (2 miles south-east), Brightwalton Green (2 miles south-west) and West Ilsley (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (8 miles south), Thatcham (9 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (15 miles south-east), Speenhamland (8 miles south), Hungerford (10 miles south-west) and Calcot (14 miles south-east).
Food your guests will love
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it’s a favourite with children.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Tell us about the pitch
- Ensure allergen information is available
- Settle the pitch terms early
Crew food is served at the agreed time.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
Events we cater in Catmore
It suits almost every visitor, from families to older visitors.
In Catmore and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Summer fairs
- Music and food festivals
- School summer fairs
- Community open days
Running a fête for a church like Church of St Margaret? A chip van draws people in.
Before booking anyone
- Any minimum charge
- How allergens are handled
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- What the price includes, item by item
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A queue area clear of rides and games
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Cold food stalls are fine on a hot day, but hot food is a draw when it’s cool. The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What you get with us
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- We cover Catmore and the whole of West Berkshire
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Catmore
Do you come to venues in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
How far is Catmore from London?
About 54 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you do crew food?
We can. Tell us how many and when, and we will quote.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
Can you cater for allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, including West Berkshire. Find your area.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
How much space do you need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
For event organisers in Catmore
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The number of meals
- How easy the site is to reach
- The menu and how many choices
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Your date and serving time
- Where the event is
- A picture of the space and the way in
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will check the date and send a price.
- 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