Oxfordshire · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire for Cray's Pond events
We bring a fish and chip van to Cray's Pond and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Work Christmas parties
Book the van in Cray's Pond
Space, access and the venue
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
Fish and chip van hire in Cray's Pond, fried fresh
There is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. It needs a level, firm spot to park and a clear way in, which most drives, car parks and yards can offer. For work Christmas parties and staff lunches and team days, we’ll put together a menu of mushy peas, haddock and chips and cod and chips.
In a small place like Cray's Pond, the van often 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. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Location
- Cray's Pond (RG8)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Bringing the van to Cray's Pond
Cray's Pond is about 6 miles north-west of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in RG8, we can bring the van to you. We cover 443 places across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 7 miles away.
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Church of St Leonard, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. Coming by train? The nearest station is Goring & Streatley station, about 2.1 miles west. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles of Cray's Pond. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
Anywhere in RG8, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a house on Crays Pond Close, Garton End and Goring Road or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Cray's Pond is on the B4526, which makes the journey straightforward. Nearby, we also serve events in Woodcote (1 mile north-east), Whitchurch Hill (1 mile south), Hook End (2 miles east), Checkendon (3 miles north-east) and Cane End (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (9 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Wantage (15 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (8 miles east), Benson (7 miles north) and Chinnor (14 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Battle Hospital (5.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Hartslock.
- Local schools include Woodcote Primary School (1.1 miles north-east) and Langtree School (1.1 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The White Lion pub (within half a mile east)
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. A van fries on the spot, so it is crisp when it’s handed over. The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Why book with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Bookings across Oxfordshire, including Cray's Pond
Read our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
How the day works
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Guests typically gather round the hatch as soon as we open. Planning an evening event in Cray's Pond? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; once it is dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Getting a price
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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Questions from Cray's Pond
Is Cray's Pond close to London?
Roughly 43 miles from the centre of London.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Leonard: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
How much does a fish and chip van cost in Cray's Pond?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
What is fish and chip van hire?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
Yes. A portion of fish, chips and peas is a proper meal, and you can add your own cake or desserts.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
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 is crisp.
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For planners, venues and organisers
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Occasions we serve in Cray's Pond
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, young and old alike. The queue at the hatch gets people talking.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Company team days
- Summer garden parties
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like The Oratory Preparatory School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
What to look for in a quote
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The deposit and payment dates
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The van’s size and access needs
How we price a fish and chip van
These are the factors that matter most:
- Service time
- The minimum booking
- The menu and how many choices
- Access and parking
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
Details that help
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Where the van would park
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
- 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