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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Pingewood
Fish and chip van for events in Pingewood: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Sports days
- Village fêtes
- Community open days
Fresh fish and chips in Pingewood
Fish and chip van for events in Pingewood, fried fresh
A van suits shows and field events, if the ground is firm enough for vehicles. On the menu are curry sauce, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for community festivals and horse and dog shows.
At a fête or show near Pingewood, we can bring hot food to a field. Tell us about the ground and the way in. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
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.
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Information about power and water
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- Space for a queue away from paths
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
How it works
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and we serve hot from the hatch at the agreed time. Summer events in Pingewood have daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer and about 7:10pm by late September, which helps evening trading. For winter events, dark by about 3:55pm, the pitch needs 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.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Let us know the serving time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
Planning help
What a fish and chip van costs
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- The number of meals
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Your date and serving time
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where you’d like the van to go
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Pingewood? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
Towns and villages near Pingewood
Other occasions in Pingewood
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
For a stall visitors will queue for, a fish and chip van is a great choice. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Why us?
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Common questions in Pingewood
Which station is closest to Pingewood?
The closest is Reading Green Park station, roughly 0.6 miles away.
Can you come to a school fair in Pingewood?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your visitors, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Can you come to a school event?
Yes, with the school’s permission for the van on site. Send us the date and the spot.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Pingewood
Pingewood is about 2 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 Pingewood and nearby villages. We serve all 34 towns and villages in Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
School fairs, for a school like The WREN School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van.
We cover events in every part of the RG30 postcode area and the streets around it. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Burghfield Bridge (1 mile north-west), Southcote (2 miles north), Fords Farm (2 miles north-west), Horncastle (2 miles north-west) and Trash Green (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Caversham (4 miles north-east), Norcot (3 miles north), Tilehurst Within (3 miles north-west), Shinfield (3 miles east), Arborfield Garrison (5 miles south-east) and Caversham Heights (4 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include The Oracle (2.8 miles north-east) and Beaumys Castle (3.1 miles south). Open spaces near Pingewood include South Lake and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.
Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Plan something for visitors we cannot cater for
- Agree when volunteers will eat
- Agree who removes waste
- Tell us about the pitch
Agree a wet-weather pitch on hard standing in case the ground is soft.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
Organising for someone else?
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
- 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