West Berkshire · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Stratfield Saye
We bring a fish and chip van across Stratfield Saye and West Berkshire, frying fresh at your venue.
- Work Christmas parties
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Weddings, especially the evening
Fresh fish and chips in Stratfield Saye
How our fish and chip van hire works in Stratfield Saye
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. It’s a dependable choice for events in any season. On the menu are mushy peas, curry sauce and cod and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater staff thank-you lunches and work Christmas parties.
Somewhere like Stratfield Saye, a yard or firm field frequently works. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
- Where
- Stratfield Saye (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
About the food
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
Towns and villages near Stratfield Saye
Other occasions in Stratfield Saye
Step by step
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your event. We handle the cooking and serving. Evenings in Stratfield Saye stay light until about 9:25pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:10pm; after dark, the queue and the path to the van need good lighting.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
How we price a fish and chip van
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How long we serve
- Whether a minimum applies
- How easy the site is to reach
- Your choice of menu
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The address or venue name
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Tell us how many children are coming
- A short menu helps everyone
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
The fryers take a little while to heat, so we get there in good time. If timings shift, we adapt.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Who books fish and chip van hire in Stratfield Saye?
A van is food and an occasion in one. The hatch becomes a meeting point, and the food is hot and generous.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Community events and fairs
- Work Christmas parties
- Summer garden parties
- Staff lunches and team days
Churches such as Church of St. Mary the Virgin rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by normally does.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is included
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
A fish and chip van in Stratfield Saye: local details
Stratfield Saye is about 5 miles east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. From the centre of Stratfield Saye to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Stratfield Saye is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 7 miles away.
Within reach of Stratfield Saye are historic houses such as Stratfield Saye House (1.1 miles east) and The Vyne (4.2 miles south-west). Historic venues frequently limit vehicles, so ask early if you are booking one. Coming by train? Mortimer station, about 1.6 miles north-west, is the nearest station.
This part of West Berkshire takes in RG7, so your event can be anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Green Lane, Fair Oak Lane and New Street or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. If your venue is just outside Stratfield Saye, we also cover West End Green (1 mile west), Fair Cross (1 mile north-east), Spanish Green (2 miles south), Stratfield Mortimer (2 miles north-west) and Bramley Green (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Newbury (13 miles west), Thatcham (11 miles west), Burghfield Common (4 miles north-west), Speenhamland (14 miles west), Spencers Wood (4 miles north-east) and Calcot (6 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Calleva Museum (3.3 miles west) and Beaumys Castle (2.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Stratfield Saye include The Marshes Local Nature Reserve.
For planners, venues and organisers
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 will work through them with you.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Stratfield Saye? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
Before you choose a spot
If a spot isn’t suitable, we will tell you, and help find another. The main points are:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A short walk from the party
- Flat, firm ground for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
Stratfield Saye: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Stratfield Saye?
Mortimer station, about 1.6 miles north-west of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Stratfield Saye?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
What happens when we hire the van?
We arrive with the van, cook fresh on site, and serve when you are ready to eat.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Where do you take the van?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
- 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