West Berkshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events in Mortimer West End
Fish and chip van for events in Mortimer West End: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Sports days
- Country shows
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
Fresh fish and chips in Mortimer West End
Fish and chip van for events in Mortimer West End, cooked to order
Organisers can book us as a trader, or to feed crew and volunteers. We’re often asked to cater village fêtes and summer fairs and festivals, with cod and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips.
At a field event near Mortimer West End, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Where
- Mortimer West End (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- Confirmation the van can trade there
- Information about power and water
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
About the food
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Have other stalls for special diets
Mark out the queue area away from walkways, especially near rides and games.
A few benches near the van help.
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- The date and time of year
- Your choice of menu
- Distance and any road charges
- The minimum booking
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Expected numbers
- Where the van would park
- Where the event is
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Event catering near Mortimer West End
Mortimer West End is about 2 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. We cover Mortimer West End as standard, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We serve all 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 7 miles away.
For anyone arriving by train, the closest railway station is Mortimer station, roughly 2.4 miles east of the centre. Running a fête for a church like The Parish Church of St.Saviours? A chip van draws people in.
Here we cover the RG7 postcode area. We can serve an event on streets such as Church Road, Back Lane and Chapel Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Mortimer (1 mile north-east), Three Ashes (2 miles south), Stratfield Mortimer (2 miles east), Burghfield Common (2 miles north-east) and West End Green (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (10 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles west), Speenhamland (10 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles east), Calcot (5 miles north) and Shaw (10 miles west).
A little further out are Calleva Museum (1.1 miles south) and Beaumys Castle (4.8 miles east). Open spaces near Mortimer West End include Hosehill Lake.
- Schools near Mortimer West End include The Willink School (2.1 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The Red Lion Public House (under half a mile south)
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Common questions in Mortimer West End
Do you come out to small places like Mortimer West End?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Mortimer West End?
The closest is Mortimer station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so it’s fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Generally, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Do you do festivals?
Yes, where the date suits. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What do you need on the pitch?
A firm pitch with space for a queue. Tell us about power and water.
A chip van compared with other options
Cakes and sandwiches are popular, but hot food brings people in on cooler days. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Why Mortimer West End hosts choose us
- Something for visitors to gather round
- No kitchen needed
- No surprises in your quote
- We cover Mortimer West End and the whole of West Berkshire
Also near Mortimer West End
What else we do in Mortimer West End
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
What happens on the day
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. For an evening event in Mortimer West End, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the van can get in
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Mortimer West End? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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