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Fish and chip van hire in Myrke, Slough
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van turns food into part of your event in Myrke.
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Birthday celebrations
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
A chip van near Myrke
Bringing the van to Myrke
Myrke is about 1 mile south-east of Slough, in Slough. Tell us where your event in Myrke will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We cover 31 places across Slough, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Myrke to Guildford (about 17 miles away).
If you had Herschel Park in mind, ask the council or landowner first: vans can’t simply park up and serve in a public park. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Long Close School, can book the van as a food stall.
Anywhere in SL3, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Other places close to Myrke we cover include Ditton (1 mile south-east), Datchet (1 mile south-east), Sunnymeads (3 miles south-east), Brands Hill (3 miles south-east) and Old Windsor (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Britwell (3 miles north-west), Burnham (4 miles north-west), Stoke Poges (3 miles north), Huntercombe (3 miles north-west), Farnham Common (4 miles north) and Farnham Royal (3 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Windsor Castle (1.2 miles south-west) and Upton Hospital (0.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Stoke Common and Taplow Lake.
- Schools near Myrke include St Mary's Church of England Primary School (0.5 miles north-east) and Upton Court Grammar School (0.7 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Red Cow Public House (under half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Slough (0.8 miles north)
About our fish and chip van hire in Myrke
You can keep it simple or plan it carefully: open service, or food at a fixed time. We will suggest what suits your event. On the menu are cod and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for visits to care homes and day centres and garden parties and summer get-togethers.
In a rural place like Myrke, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Also near Myrke
What else we do in Myrke
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
A chip van compared with other options
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. The van cooks right there, so it’s crisp when it’s handed over. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why us?
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No surprises in your quote
- Bookings across Slough, including Myrke
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
What happens on the day
On the day, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we are hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. Around midsummer it stays light in Myrke until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it’s dark by about 3:55pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Common questions in Myrke
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Laurence?
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 will gather.
Is Myrke too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is normally simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
What is fish and chip van hire?
We bring the van to your event, set up, heat the fryers and cook to order, serving from the hatch at the time you choose.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we’ll confirm the rest.
Is grass a problem?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What about guests who do not eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Perfect for your event in Myrke
On a grey day, hot fish and chips wins, and the cooking carries on inside the van whatever the weather.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Staff lunches and team days
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Gatherings after a funeral
Among the historic houses close to Myrke are Windsor Castle (1.2 miles south-west) and Frogmore House (1.7 miles south). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book.
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- Payment terms and deposit
- When final numbers are due
- The cancellation terms
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
After service, we pack up.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
How we price a fish and chip van
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- The day of the week
- How long we serve
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How many people are eating
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the parking spot
- Allergies and diets you know about
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
- 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