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Fish and chip van hire in North Heath, West Berkshire
Fish and chip van hire in North Heath: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Milestone birthday parties
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
Fish and chip van hire for North Heath events
Fish and chip van hire for your event in North Heath
Hiring a fish and chip van brings the chip shop to your door. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot and crisp. Whether it is village fêtes and school fairs and birthday celebrations, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, pie and chips and gravy for your guests.
Somewhere like North Heath, a yard or firm field frequently works. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
- Where
- North Heath (RG20)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Events we cater in North Heath
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, from children to grandparents. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around North Heath:
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Work Christmas parties
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
Churches such as Church of St Mary rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by usually does.
Before you book anyone
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- A clear list of what’s included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- When payment is due
Organising for someone else?
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
How we price a fish and chip van
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The date and time of year
- How easy the site is to reach
- Any minimum charge
- Your choice of menu
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, the host gets to enjoy the day. The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Why book our van in North Heath
- A clear quote before booking
- Events in North Heath and across West Berkshire
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Something for guests to gather round
Also near North Heath
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How the day works
Expect a friendly, organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up where we’ve agreed, and cook and serve without fuss. By late September, sunset in North Heath is around 7:10pm, and in December it is nearer 4:00pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Planning help
North Heath: your questions answered
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
Is North Heath close to London?
Roughly 53 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Both are on our menu; we will agree the choice when we quote.
Do you come to North Heath?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including North Heath and the rest of West Berkshire. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Does a chip van work for big events?
It depends on numbers and timings. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Fish and chip van hire around North Heath
North Heath is about 5 miles north of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Bookings in North Heath come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. North Heath is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 16 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like Chieveley Primary School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. If guests are travelling by rail, Newbury station, about 4.8 miles south, is the nearest station. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of North Heath. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
For events in RG20, we just need to know where the van can park. Other places close to North Heath we cover include Chieveley (1 mile east), Downend (1 mile north-east), Winterbourne (2 miles south), Leckhampstead (2 miles north-west) and Peasemore (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Newbury (5 miles south), Thatcham (6 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (13 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles south), Hungerford (9 miles south-west) and Calcot (12 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Donnington Castle (3.2 miles south) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Snelsmore Common.
- Local pubs include The Wheatsheaf pub (0.9 miles east)
Where the van can park in North Heath
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in North Heath
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
- 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