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Fish and chip van hire in Ditton, Slough
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Fish and chip van hire in Ditton.
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Evening wedding food
- Birthday celebrations
Book the van in Ditton
Fish and chip van hire in Ditton, fried fresh
There’s something generous about fish and chips: crisp batter, flaky fish and plenty of chips. It makes the food a talking point. Whether it’s birthday celebrations and garden parties and summer get-togethers, we will put together a menu of gravy, sausage and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
Somewhere like Ditton, a yard or firm field often works. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Where the van can park in Ditton
We will be honest if a spot won’t work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Cod and chips
Organising for someone else?
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
FAQs for Ditton
Is Ditton close to London?
About 20 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Ditton?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you come to Ditton?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Ditton and the rest of Slough. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before you book.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Which fish do you use?
Both are on our menu; we’ll agree the choice when we quote.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Put allergy details in writing
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier.
Let everyone know when the food is ready, so they do not miss out.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Ditton?
On a grey day, hot fish and chips wins, and the van keeps frying whatever the weather.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Evening wedding food
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Big birthdays
A green space like Ditton Park is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and deposit
- The cancellation terms
- How late numbers can change
- The van’s size and access needs
What affects the price in Ditton
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many people are eating
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Whether a minimum applies
- Distance and any road charges
Larger groups normally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Expected numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where the event is
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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About the food
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
A fish and chip van in Ditton: local details
Ditton is about 2 miles south-east of Slough, in Slough. Wherever your event is in the SL3 area, we can fry fresh for your guests. Ditton is one of 31 places in Slough we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Ditton to Guildford (17 miles away).
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as St Francis Assisi, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby. If guests are travelling by rail, Datchet station is about 0.8 miles away.
Wherever your event is in SL3, we can fry fresh for your guests. Whether your event is on Thorn Road, Ditton Road and London Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. Other places close to Ditton we cover include Datchet (1 mile south-west), Myrke (1 mile north-west), Brands Hill (1 mile south-east), Sunnymeads (2 miles south) and Colnbrook (2 miles east). We also serve nearby towns such as Cippenham (4 miles north-west), Britwell (4 miles north-west), Burnham (5 miles north-west), Stoke Poges (4 miles north), Huntercombe (4 miles north-west) and Farnham Common (5 miles north-west).
A little further out are Windsor Castle (1.7 miles west) and Municipal Borough of Slough (1.8 miles north-west). The countryside around Ditton includes Staines Reservoirs and Stoke Common.
- Local schools include Ditton Park Academy (0.5 miles north-west) and Upton Court Grammar School (1 mile north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Royal Stag pub (0.7 miles south-west)
What happens on the day
We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts right on schedule. Around midsummer it stays light in Ditton until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the space for the van, then send a quote.
- On the day, we park on the agreed spot and set up.
- We cook to order and serve hot at the time you chose.
- When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
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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 don’t eat pork. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Why book our van in Ditton
- No kitchen needed
- Classic food your guests already know
- All the chip-shop extras
- Hot food handed straight over
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
- 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