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Fish and chip van hire in Horton, Slough
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van makes the food a highlight of your event in Horton.
- Milestone birthday parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Visits to care homes and day centres
Planning an event in Horton?
Step by step
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Guests typically gather round the hatch as soon as we open. In Horton, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
Get a quote
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can use our quote form.
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Fish and chip van hire for your event in Horton
Fish and chips is the meal almost everyone in Britain knows and likes. It is why a chip van suits so many occasions in Horton. Whether it is festive get-togethers and weddings and evening receptions, we can cook sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips and more.
Somewhere as small as Horton, a field, yard or drive is frequently the spot. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and firm, dry ground is the key. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
How we price a fish and chip van
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- How many people are eating
- How easy the site is to reach
- The minimum booking
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
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. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where the event is
- Your date and serving time
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
Towns and villages near Horton
More for events in Horton
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- A short menu helps everyone
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, nobody misses the event. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No surprises in your quote
- Events in Horton and across Slough
See our prices page and the cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Planning the van’s spot
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Access wide and high enough for the van
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Should I sort the food myself?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Fish and chip van hire around Horton
Horton is about 3 miles north of Egham, in Slough. Tell us where your event in Horton will be, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot before the day. We cover all 31 towns and villages in Slough. We serve events right across the region, from Horton to Guildford (16 miles away).
Historic houses near Horton include Frogmore House (2.5 miles west) and Windsor Castle (3 miles west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. A green space like Arthur Jacob Nature Reserve is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, normally the council’s.
This part of Slough takes in SL3 and TW19. Streets in the area include Stanwell Road, Bells Lane and Foundry Lane, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. For events just outside Horton, we cover Brands Hill (1 mile north), Colnbrook (1 mile north-east), Sunnymeads (1 mile west), Poyle (1 mile north-east) and Wraysbury (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Slough (4 miles north-west), Cippenham (5 miles north-west), Chalvey (4 miles north-west), Britwell (6 miles north-west), Upton (3 miles north-west) and Burnham (7 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Upton Hospital (3.3 miles north-west) and Windsor Castle (3 miles west). The countryside around Horton includes Staines Reservoirs.
- Local schools include Langley Grammar School (2 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Five Bells Public House (less than half a mile west)
Common questions in Horton
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Michael: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Is Horton too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Cod or haddock?
We serve cod and haddock; we’ll agree the choice when we quote.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
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.
Working with your venue
Having the party at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
- 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