West Berkshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events in Old Warren
We bring a fish and chip van for your event to Old Warren and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- School summer fairs
- Music and food festivals
- Country shows
Book the van in Old Warren
How our fish and chip van for events works in Old Warren
We trade at village fêtes, school fairs, sports days, festivals and shows, from small community events to bigger crowds. Typical bookings include horse and dog shows and village fêtes and summer fairs, with sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips.
Rural events near Old Warren can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so a chip van is a welcome sight. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Location
- Old Warren (RG7)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
A chip van compared with other options
Cold food stalls are fine on a hot day, but hot food is a draw when it’s cool. Larger groups generally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What you get with us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No surprises in your quote
- A menu almost everyone likes
- We cover Old Warren and the whole of West Berkshire
Read how we price and what a fish and chip van costs.
Looking after everyone
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
- Make sure allergen information is available
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
- Agree the terms in writing
When the event closes, we pack up.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
What affects the price in Old Warren
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- How many people are eating
- The menu and how many choices
- How long we serve
- The day of the week
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.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people, including children
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability straight away.
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Details of any power or water on site
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that does not block walkways
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
Occasions we serve in Old Warren
Almost every visitor likes fish and chips.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Old Warren and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- School fairs and sports days
- Country shows
- Community open days
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
If visitors are coming by train, Aldermaston station is about 2.1 miles away.
Questions to ask before you book
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Whether there is a minimum
- Payment terms and deposit
- How late numbers can change
How the day works
You don’t need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your event. The frying and serving are down to us. Summer fêtes in Old Warren have long light evenings, with sunset about 9:25pm at midsummer, but by late September the light goes at about 7:10pm, so evening trading may need lights.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Plan where the queue will stand
Getting a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
Common questions in Old Warren
Is Old Warren too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Which station is closest to Old Warren?
The closest is Aldermaston station, roughly 2.1 miles away.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Can you park on the road outside?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac visitors when you enquire, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
What does the pitch need?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we’ll confirm.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it is fried on the spot, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Also near Old Warren
Other occasions in Old Warren
Fairs, fêtes and events in Old Warren
Old Warren is about 2 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. In and around Old Warren, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your visitors. We take the van to 155 places in West Berkshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 8 miles away.
If your event is in Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission for vehicles and traders. Church fêtes, at churches such as The Parish Church of St.Saviours, are a natural home for a chip van.
We cover events in every part of the RG7 postcode area and the streets around it. Other places close to Old Warren we cover include Aldermaston Soke (1 mile south), Padworth Common (1 mile north), Pamber Heath (1 mile south), Padworth (1 mile north) and Silchester (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (9 miles west), Thatcham (6 miles west), Burghfield Common (3 miles north-east), Speenhamland (9 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles east) and Calcot (5 miles north-east).
A little further out are Calleva Museum (1.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Hosehill Lake.
- 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