Reading · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Burghfield Bridge
We bring a fish and chip van across Burghfield Bridge and Reading, cooking to order on site.
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Garden get-togethers
A chip van near Burghfield Bridge
How our fish and chip van hire works in Burghfield Bridge
Queuing at the hatch is half the experience. People chat, the smell drifts across, and the food arrives hot. Whether it is garden get-togethers and weddings and evening receptions, we will put together a menu of curry sauce, gravy and mushy peas and more.
In a rural place like Burghfield Bridge, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
For event organisers in Burghfield Bridge
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
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. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Towns and villages near Burghfield Bridge
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Burghfield Bridge questions
Do you come out to small places like Burghfield Bridge?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What’s the nearest station to Burghfield Bridge?
Reading Green Park station, about 1 mile east of the centre.
Do you clear up afterwards?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for guests are worth planning.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Burghfield Bridge.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Burghfield Bridge: venues, parking and local tips
Burghfield Bridge is about 2 miles south-west of Reading, in Reading. Bookings in Burghfield Bridge come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We take the van to 34 places across Reading.
If guests are travelling by rail, Reading Green Park station, about 1 mile east, is the nearest station. A green space like Calcot Park is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, typically the council’s.
For events in RG30, we just need to know where the van can park and roughly how many guests. We can serve an event on streets such as Mill Road, Green Lane and Burghfield Road or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Fords Farm (1 mile north), Southcote (1 mile north-east), Horncastle (1 mile north), Pingewood (1 mile south-east) and Beansheaf Farm (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Caversham (4 miles north-east), Shinfield (4 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (6 miles south-east), Caversham Heights (4 miles north-east), Whitley Wood (3 miles east) and Sonning Common (6 miles north).
A little further out are Battle Hospital (2.2 miles north-east) and Broad Street Mall (2.7 miles north-east). Within reach you will find Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and South Lake.
- Nearby schools include Prospect School (1.2 miles north) and Elvian School (1.5 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Cunning Man pub (less than half a mile north-east)
Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A short walk from the party
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Flat, firm ground for the van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Burghfield Bridge
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Chips
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- The minimum booking
- The menu and how many choices
- How easy the site is to reach
- How many people are eating
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. 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
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Burghfield Bridge? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
The process
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. Evenings in Burghfield Bridge stay light until about 9:25pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:10pm; once it’s dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Give us a contact for the day
- Let us know the serving time
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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A chip van compared with other options
For food that suits almost everyone, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Something for guests to gather round
Read how we price and the cost guide.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Burghfield Bridge?
It needs no kitchen, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where other catering struggles.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Burghfield Bridge book the van for events such as:
- Summer garden parties
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Fish and chip days at care homes
Among the historic houses close to Burghfield Bridge are Mapledurham House (3.8 miles north). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one.
Questions to ask before booking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- If the price includes VAT
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- 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