West Berkshire · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Old Warren
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van makes the food a highlight of your event in Old Warren.
- Weddings, especially the evening
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
Fresh fish and chips in Old Warren
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Old Warren
We keep the menu to the classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. A short menu keeps the food fresh and the queue moving. Whether it is weddings and evening receptions and festive get-togethers, we can cook pie and chips, sausage and chips and gravy for your guests.
In a rural place like Old Warren, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Let us know about access and ground conditions. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before booking.
- Area
- Old Warren (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Takeaway run or book a van?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
What comes out of the fryer
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
FAQs for Old Warren
Is Old Warren close to London?
Roughly 45 miles from the centre of London.
Is Old Warren too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, 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.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Working with your venue
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will explain how it works. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Next to a hog roast, a fish and chip van gives people a choice of fish, sausage or pie, which helps if some guests don’t eat pork. The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It is worth asking early.
Why us?
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- A menu almost everyone likes
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- How many people are eating
- Distance and any road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- Your choice of menu
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Your date and serving time
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
How the day works
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your event. Evenings in Old Warren stay light until about 9:25pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:10pm; once it is dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the space for the van, then send a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, park up and heat the fryers.
- We cook to order and serve hot at the time you chose.
- When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Give us a contact for the day
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Ensure the van can get in
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will check the date and send a price.
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Perfect for your event in Old Warren
It is ideal for relaxed, sociable occasions, where people can wander up when they’re ready.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Milestone birthday parties
- Staff lunches and team days
If you’re gathering after a service at a church like The Parish Church of St.Saviours, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- VAT, if it applies
- A clear list of what’s included
Planning a chip van in Old Warren
Old Warren is about 2 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Bookings in Old Warren come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve all 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 8 miles away.
A green space like Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Aldermaston station, about 2.1 miles north-west.
For events in RG7, we just need to know where the van can park. Nearby, we also serve events in Aldermaston Soke (1 mile south), Padworth Common (1 mile north), Pamber Heath (1 mile south), Padworth (1 mile north) and Silchester (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (9 miles west), Thatcham (6 miles west), Burghfield Common (3 miles north-east), Speenhamland (9 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles east) and Calcot (5 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Calleva Museum (1.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Old Warren includes Hosehill Lake.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few guests with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Fewer choices mean faster service
- Confirm allergies by email
- Count children separately
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We park, set up, fry and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
- 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