Fish and chip van hire, fried fresh at your event · London and the South East
Battered fish and chips with a lemon wedge in a takeaway tray

West Berkshire · England

Fish and Chip Van Hire for Three Ashes events

Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your event in Three Ashes. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.

  • Fish and chip days at care homes
  • Staff lunches and team days
  • Community events and fairs

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Planning an event in Three Ashes?

How we price a fish and chip van

Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:

  • The day of the week
  • Access and parking
  • The length of service
  • Cod, haddock or both

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.

Getting an accurate quote

Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:

  • Where the event is
  • A picture of the parking spot
  • Allergies and diets you know about
  • Anything awkward about the way in

The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.

Fish and chip van hire in Three Ashes, fried fresh

Fish and chip van hire means the chip shop comes to you. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. Whether it is festive get-togethers and care home visits, we can cook cod and chips, gravy and sausage and chips.

In a hamlet or village like Three Ashes, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Timings are planned around your event, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.

Where
Three Ashes (RG7)
Area hub
West Berkshire
From the fryer
Fish and chips, sausages, pies
On the side
Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
Quotes
Ask us for a quote
Updated
24 October 2026
A portion of golden battered fish and chips in a white tray

Three Ashes questions

Is Three Ashes close to London?

Roughly 44 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.

Do you come out to small places like Three Ashes?

Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.

Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?

Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible.

Where do you take the van?

London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Three Ashes.

When do you arrive?

We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.

How soon do we need to book?

The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.

What does the van need?

Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you are not sure.

Do you take everything away?

We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.

Occasions we serve in Three Ashes

Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, young and old alike. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.

We can help if you’re planning any of the following:

  • Christmas parties
  • Birthday celebrations
  • Company team days
  • Weddings and evening receptions

Coming by train? The nearest station is Bramley (Hants) station, about 1.5 miles south-east.

What to look for in a quote

  • Allergen information for each item
  • The deposit and payment dates
  • The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
  • The cancellation terms

Our booking checklist

Before you choose a spot

The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:

  • Somewhere close to where people will eat
  • A route in without tight gates or low branches
  • Confirmation that the van can park there

If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.

Popular choices

  • Gravy
  • Mushy peas
  • Curry sauce
  • Sausage and chips
  • Haddock and chips
  • Cod and chips
  • Pie and chips
  • Chips

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Food your guests will love

Curry sauce

The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.

Haddock and chips

Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.

A fish and chip van or other catering?

A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. The van cooks right there, so the batter is still crisp. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.

Why Three Ashes hosts choose us

  • Bookings across West Berkshire, including Three Ashes
  • Quick service from the hatch
  • All the chip-shop extras
  • A quote that spells everything out

Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.

Takeaway run or book a van?

Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.

Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.

The process

We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. By late September, sunset in Three Ashes is around 7:10pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 4:00pm. For anything after that, plan lights for the queue.

  1. Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
  2. We come back with availability and a clear price.
  3. The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
  4. On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
  5. The pitch is left tidy when we go.

How to prepare

  • Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
  • Let us know who to talk to on the day
  • Ensure the van can get in

Get a quote

The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Three Ashes, and we will check the date and send a price.

Tell us about your event

Related guides

Allergies and dietary needs

With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:

  • A short menu helps everyone
  • Plan bins near the queue
  • Add an allergy question to your invitations
  • Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early

Fish and chips is at its best fresh from the fryer, so we cook as people come up to the hatch.

Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.

Fish and chip van hire around Three Ashes

Three Ashes is about 3 miles east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Three Ashes or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Three Ashes is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Three Ashes to Reading (about 8 miles away).

PTAs at schools such as Silchester Church of England Primary School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days. Within reach of Three Ashes are historic houses such as The Vyne (2.8 miles south) and Stratfield Saye House (3.7 miles east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early.

We take the van to events all over RG7 and the streets around it. Other places close to Three Ashes we cover include Bramley (1 mile south-east), Mortimer West End (2 miles north), West End Green (2 miles east), Mortimer (2 miles north) and Bramley Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Newbury (11 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles north-west), Burghfield Common (4 miles north), Speenhamland (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles north-east) and Calcot (7 miles north).

Well-known places in the area include Calleva Museum (0.9 miles north-west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.8 miles south). Open spaces near Three Ashes include Daneshill Park Woods.

Map of Three Ashes © OpenStreetMap contributors
  • 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

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