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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Wickham Heath
Fish and chip van for events in Wickham Heath: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Village fêtes
- Fish and chip supper nights
- School summer fairs
A chip van near Wickham Heath
Fish and chip van for events in Wickham Heath, fried fresh
A van suits shows and field events, as long as there is a firm route onto the pitch. We’re frequently asked to cater sports tournaments and community festivals, with cod and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
At a field event near Wickham Heath, power and water may be limited; let us know and we’ll plan for it. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and handed over as soon as it is ready.
- Where
- Wickham Heath (RG20)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
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Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Display allergens for each stall
- Tell us about the pitch
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
Have a hard-standing back-up pitch.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Agreement from the site for a catering van
- What’s available on the pitch
- A queue area clear of rides and games
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
How it works
We work to your timings. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Evening events in Wickham Heath have light until about 9:25pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Tell us what you are 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, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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About the food
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
A chip van compared with other options
Compared with a barbecue run by volunteers, a van means volunteers can enjoy the day. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- No surprises in your quote
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Wickham Heath: your questions answered
How far is Wickham Heath from London?
About 56 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Wickham Heath too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Children usually love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a picture if you can.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you do festivals?
Send us the event details, dates and pitch information and we will let you know if we are available.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Wickham Heath?
It suits almost every visitor, from families to older visitors.
Whatever the occasion in Wickham Heath, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Fundraisers
- School fairs and sports days
- Club open days
- Festivals
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Parish Church of St Andrew, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
Comparing caterers
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether there is a minimum
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
These are the factors that matter most:
- Distance and any road charges
- Parking and the way in
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- The address or venue name
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of the space and the way in
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Wickham Heath
Wickham Heath is about 4 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Give us the address of your event in Wickham Heath, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We serve 155 places across West Berkshire. We serve events right across the region, from Wickham Heath to Reading (about 18 miles away).
PTAs at schools such as Stockcross C.E. School often want one reliable hot-food stall. For visitors coming by rail, the closest railway station is Kintbury station, roughly 2.7 miles south-west of the centre.
Anywhere in RG20, we can fry fresh for your visitors, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Stockcross (1 mile south-east), Boxford (1 mile north-east), Marsh Benham (2 miles south), Bagnor (2 miles south-east) and Winterbourne (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (4 miles south-east), Thatcham (6 miles east), Burghfield Common (14 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles south-east), Hungerford (5 miles west) and Calcot (15 miles east).
Nearby you will also find British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (3.5 miles south-east) and Hamstead Marshall 3 (1.9 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Sole Common Pond.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bell pub (0.9 miles north)
- 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