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Fish and chip van hire in Littlestead Green, Reading
Something for almost everyone: 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 Littlestead Green.
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Milestone birthday parties
- Weddings and evening receptions
A chip van near Littlestead Green
How our fish and chip van hire works in Littlestead Green
Fish and chips is the meal almost everyone in Britain knows and likes. It is why a chip van suits so many occasions in Littlestead Green. We serve gravy, cod and chips and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for garden get-togethers and wakes and celebrations of life.
For a rural spot like Littlestead Green, the setting does plenty of the work. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
A chip van compared with other options
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. A van fries on the spot, so it is crisp when it’s handed over. The cost per head normally 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 our van in Littlestead Green
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A clear quote before booking
See our prices page and the cost guide.
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What else we do in Littlestead Green
For event organisers in Littlestead Green
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.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Space, access and the venue
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Common questions in Littlestead Green
Is Littlestead Green too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Littlestead Green from London?
About 37 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How long will the queue be?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we’ll advise.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
It can be. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll tell you honestly how service will work.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your guests, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van comes to you, fry everything to order, and serve at the time you want.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
The process
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. Around midsummer it stays light in Littlestead Green until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening events are typically served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Share the timings for the day
How to get a price
Planning a fish and chip van in Littlestead Green? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, send us your details through our quote form.
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What affects the price in Littlestead Green
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Parking and the way in
- Distance and any road charges
- The day of the week
- Your choice of menu
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What we need to know
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A picture of where the van would go
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Littlestead Green, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Should I sort the food myself?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
Planning a chip van in Littlestead Green
Littlestead Green is about 1 mile north-east of Caversham, in Reading. We cover Littlestead Green as standard, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Littlestead Green is one of 34 towns and villages in Reading where we bring the van.
If you had Ali's Pond Local Nature Reserve in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans cannot simply park up and serve in a public park. If you are gathering after a service at a church like All Saints Church, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van.
We cover events in every part of the RG4 postcode area. Whether your event is on Row Lane and Foxhill Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Nearby, we also serve events in Dunsden Green (1 mile east), Caversham Park Village (1 mile south-west), Emmer Green (1 mile south-west), Play Hatch (1 mile south-east) and Caversham (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Norcot (4 miles south-west), West Reading (3 miles south-west), Tilehurst Within (4 miles south-west), Shinfield (6 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (8 miles south) and Horncastle (5 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Berkshire Medical Heritage Centre Museum (2.6 miles south) and Broad Street Mall (2.7 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Alder Moors and South Lake.
- Schools near Littlestead Green include Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre (1.4 miles west) and Chiltern Nursery Nurse Training School (1.4 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Crown Public House (0.7 miles south-east)
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Put allergy details in writing
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We arrive in good time, set up, cook and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
- 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