West Berkshire · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Inkpen Common
We bring a fish and chip van to Inkpen Common and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Christmas parties
- Gatherings after a funeral
Fresh fish and chips in Inkpen Common
Fish and chip van hire in Inkpen Common, cooked to order
We keep the menu to the classics: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus the sides everyone expects. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. Typical bookings include fish and chip days at care homes and Fêtes, fairs and school events, with sausage and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips.
In a rural place like Inkpen Common, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Everything is fried fresh at your event, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet.
- Area
- Inkpen Common (RG17, RG20)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Bringing the van to Inkpen Common
Inkpen Common is about 6 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. From the centre of Inkpen Common to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We cover 155 places in West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 21 miles away.
Churches such as Church of St Laurence rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by generally does. Among the historic houses close to Inkpen Common are Stargroves (2.7 miles south-east) and Benham Park (4.4 miles north-east). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one.
We cover events in every part of RG17 and RG20. That could mean an event at a home on Heads Lane, Rooksnest Lane and The Firs, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Other places close to Inkpen Common we cover include Hell Corner (1 mile east), Inkpen (1 mile north-west), Upper Green (1 mile south-west), Lower Green (1 mile west) and Kintbury (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Newbury (6 miles east), Thatcham (9 miles east), Speenhamland (6 miles east), Hungerford (4 miles north-west), Lambourn (10 miles north) and Shaw (7 miles east).
A little further out are Hamstead Marshall 3 (3.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Inkpen Common includes Kintbury Newt Ponds and Inkpen Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Crown and Garter pub (under half a mile south-west)
Why choose a fish and chip van in Inkpen Common?
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Events in Inkpen Common and across West Berkshire
- Classic food your guests already know
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Also near Inkpen Common
Also in Inkpen Common
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Step by step
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, park the van and get the fryers going. Guests typically gather round the hatch once service starts. Planning an evening event in Inkpen Common? Sunset is around 8:55pm in late May, 9:25pm at midsummer and 7:10pm in late September; once it’s dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Inkpen Common, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
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About the food
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce and it’s on the menu.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
FAQs for Inkpen Common
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Laurence: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is generally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Is Inkpen Common close to London?
About 59 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Cod or haddock?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we’ll confirm the menu.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
That depends on how many and how quickly. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
What does the van need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van comes to you, fry everything to order, and serve at the time you want.
Space, access and the venue
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
Working with your venue
Parks, greens and streets usually need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Planning for dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone we can’t cater for
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Confirm allergies by email
Bins and napkins near the hatch make life easier for everyone.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
What affects the price in Inkpen Common
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Parking and the way in
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Cod, haddock or both
- Numbers
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The address or venue name
- Where the van would park
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. 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