West Berkshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events in Mortimer
Bring the chip shop to your event in Mortimer. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Community open days
- Festivals
- Country shows
Planning an event in Mortimer?
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The number of meals
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How long we serve
- Cod, haddock or both
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We’ll send you a quote.
What to tell us
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Your date and serving time
- Expected numbers
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
About our fish and chip van for events in Mortimer
When there’s hot food, people stay longer, which is good for every other stall. Popular choices include curry sauce, mushy peas and cod and chips, and typical bookings are for village fêtes and horse and dog shows.
Village fêtes and summer fairs around Mortimer are made for a chip van. Tell us about the pitch, ground and access. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Where
- Mortimer (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Takeaway run or book a van?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
FAQs for Mortimer
How far is Mortimer from London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London.
Do you trade at school fairs around Mortimer?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Do you do school fairs and sports days?
Yes. We will agree access before the children arrive.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes, at a time that suits your schedule.
Do you take everything away?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
What does the pitch need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, and room for a queue. Mention any power or water.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, including West Berkshire. See all areas.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we’ll advise.
Community events around Mortimer
Mortimer is about 4 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. We take a fish and chip van for your event to homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Mortimer and nearby villages. We take the van to all 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire. Our bookings stretch from Mortimer to Reading (6 miles away).
Running a fête for a church like Mortimer Methodist Church? A chip van draws people in. For visitors coming by rail, Mortimer station is about 1.4 miles away.
We take the van to events all over RG7. From The Street, Croft Road and Leigh Field or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to events in 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). We also serve nearby towns such as 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).
A little further out are Calleva Museum (2 miles south-west) and Beaumys Castle (3.7 miles east). The countryside around Mortimer includes Hosehill Lake.
- Schools near Mortimer include The Willink School (1.4 miles north) and The Willink School (1.4 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find Horse and Groom pub (under half a mile east)
Places near Mortimer
Other occasions in Mortimer
What the van needs
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- Space for a queue away from paths
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Mortimer
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Display allergens for each stall
- Tell us about the pitch
- Agree when volunteers will eat
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
Put bins near the queue.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Mortimer?
At bigger events, a chip van works alongside other traders. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
Why us?
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- We cover Mortimer and the whole of West Berkshire
- Something for visitors to gather round
- Rain does not stop the fryers
See our pricing or the cost guide.
The process
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, timed around your event. Summer fêtes in Mortimer have long light evenings, with sunset about 9:25pm at midsummer, while a late-September show is dark by about 7:10pm, so evening trading may need lights.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Related guides
What comes out of the fryer
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Mortimer?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Mortimer, people book us for events such as:
- Community open days
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Country shows
- Community festivals
Events in parks such as Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- A clear list of what’s included
- How much space the van takes up
- 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