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Fish and chip van hire in Colnbrook, Slough
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van in Colnbrook and the surrounding area.
- Big birthdays
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Company team days
Fish and chip van hire in Colnbrook
Colnbrook: your questions answered
Could you trade in Arthur Jacob Nature Reserve?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them first.
What’s the nearest station to Colnbrook?
The closest is Sunnymeads station, roughly 1.7 miles away.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Is fish and chips enough as a meal?
Yes. A portion of fish, chips and peas is a proper meal.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
Do you take everything away?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so it’s fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
How our fish and chip van hire works in Colnbrook
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. That makes it a safe bet for British events. Typical bookings include staff thank-you lunches and care home visits, with mushy peas, gravy and curry sauce.
In a small place like Colnbrook, the van frequently parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we’ll plan for them, and firm, dry ground is the key. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do.
Occasions we serve in Colnbrook
A van is food and an occasion in one. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Christmas parties
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Weddings and evening receptions
Thinking of using Arthur Jacob Nature Reserve? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, often the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
What to look for in a quote
- The deadline for final numbers
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- VAT, if it applies
DIY versus a fish and chip van
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Planners, venues and businesses
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, 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 hold the date.
How we price a fish and chip van
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- Distance and any road charges
- Parking and the way in
- Any minimum charge
- Your choice of menu
The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It is worth asking early.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the van would park
- A photo of the parking spot
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Planning a fish and chip van in Colnbrook? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
Bringing the van to Colnbrook
Colnbrook is about 4 miles north of Staines-upon-Thames, in Slough. Bookings in Colnbrook come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve 31 places across Slough, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Colnbrook to Guildford (about 16 miles away).
Nearby historic houses include Frogmore House (3 miles west) and Windsor Castle (3.4 miles west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. Churches such as Church of St Thomas rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by usually does.
Anywhere in SL3, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can serve an event on streets such as High Street, Rayners Close and Drift Way, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Other places close to Colnbrook we cover include Poyle (1 mile south-east), Brands Hill (1 mile west), Horton (1 mile south-west), Stanwell Moor (2 miles south-east) and Ditton (2 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Slough (4 miles north-west), Cippenham (5 miles north-west), Chalvey (4 miles north-west), Britwell (5 miles north-west), Upton (3 miles north-west) and Burnham (7 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Windsor Castle (3.4 miles west) and Upton Hospital (3.2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Uxbridge Moor and Staines Reservoirs.
- Schools near Colnbrook include Langley Grammar School (1.6 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Red Lion Public House (under half a mile north-west)
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which suits guests who do not eat pork. Larger groups normally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- Bookings across Slough, including Colnbrook
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
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How it works
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Late September evenings in Colnbrook lose the light at about 7:05pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:55pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
How to prepare
- Share the timings for the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- 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