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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Trash Green
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van for events in Trash Green.
- Club open days
- Church fêtes
- Country shows
A chip van near Trash Green
Fish and chip van for events in Trash Green, fried fresh
We trade at village fêtes, school fairs, sports days, festivals and shows. For church fêtes and fish and chip suppers and school fairs and sports days, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, mushy peas and chips for your guests.
Near Trash Green, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a chip van is a welcome sight. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu.
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- A queue area clear of rides and games
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
Trash Green: your questions answered
How far is Trash Green from London?
About 42 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you trade at school fairs around Trash Green?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children generally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Can you trade at our fête or festival?
Send us the event details, dates and pitch information and we’ll let you know if we are available.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for visitors are worth planning.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, Reading included. Find your area.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Trash Green
Trash Green is about 4 miles south-west of Reading, in Reading. In and around Trash Green, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your visitors. Trash Green is one of 34 places in Reading where we bring the van.
Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, are a natural home for a chip van. PTAs at schools such as Burghfield St Mary's C.E. Primary School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall.
For events in RG30, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many visitors. Your event could be at a house on Bennett's Hill and Theale Road or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. For events just outside Trash Green, we cover Burghfield (1 mile south), Sheffield Bottom (1 mile north-west), Burghfield Hill (1 mile south), Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (1 mile west) and Sulhamstead Abbots (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Caversham (6 miles north-east), Norcot (3 miles north-east), West Reading (4 miles north-east), Tilehurst Within (3 miles north), Shinfield (5 miles east) and Arborfield Garrison (7 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Thames Valley Police Museum (1 mile west) and Battle Hospital (3.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Trash Green include Hosehill Lake and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.
- Local schools include The Willink School (1.6 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Fox & Hounds pub (0.7 miles north-west)
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
- Plan something for visitors we cannot cater for
- Settle the pitch terms early
Agree a wet-weather pitch on hard standing in case the ground is soft.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
A chip van compared with other options
For a stall visitors will queue for, a chip van is hard to beat. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why book our van in Trash Green
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- No surprises in your quote
- Classic food your visitors already know
- Hot food handed straight over
The process
Serving is straightforward: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Summer events in Trash Green 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 in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Getting ready for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Getting a price
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Who books fish and chip van for events in Trash Green?
Almost every visitor likes fish and chips, from families to older visitors.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Sports club events and race days
- Agricultural and country shows
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
For visitors coming by rail, the closest railway station is Theale station, roughly 1.4 miles north-west of the centre.
What to look for in a quote
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Whether travel is included
Towns and villages near Trash Green
What else we do in Trash Green
- 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