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Fish and chip van for parties in Colthrop, West Berkshire
Party fish and chip van in Colthrop: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Summer garden parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Children’s parties
Party fish and chip van for Colthrop events
Party fish and chip van for your party in Colthrop
It’s a treat that feels special without being formal: paper portions of fish and chips in the garden. We serve mushy peas, pie and chips and cod and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater engagement parties and birthday parties.
Near Colthrop, parties are often in gardens or fields. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will plan the route. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
- Area
- Colthrop (RG19, RG18)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
A chip van compared with other options
A takeaway order for a party takes ages and arrives lukewarm. The van cooks right there. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
What you get with us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Bookings across West Berkshire, including Colthrop
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- All the chip-shop extras
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
What happens on the day
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. At midsummer, it’s light in Colthrop until about 9:25pm, which gives a garden party a long evening. In late September it’s dark by about 7:10pm; add lights for the evening.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Before we arrive
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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Colthrop questions
Which station is closest to Colthrop?
The closest is Thatcham station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
How far is Colthrop from London?
About 50 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Will the van fit on our drive?
It depends on the drive and the access. Mention anything tight, and we’ll advise.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Do you need power or water from us?
Let us know about power and water at the house, and we’ll say what we need.
Can the van park on the street?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
What affects the price in Colthrop
These are the factors that matter most:
- Your choice of menu
- How many people are eating
- Any minimum charge
- Travel, tolls and road charges
The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It is worth asking early.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The address or venue name
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of where the van would go
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Parties in Colthrop: homes, halls and local tips
Colthrop is about 1 mile east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Whether your party is in the middle of Colthrop or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Colthrop is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Colthrop to Reading (12 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the closest railway station is Thatcham station, roughly 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. Within reach of Colthrop are historic houses such as Shaw House (3.5 miles west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
Wherever your party is in RG19 and RG18, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your party is on Bath Road, Ashman Road and Fokerham Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Colthrop, we also cover Crookham (2 miles south-east), Hyde End (2 miles south-east), Heads Hill (2 miles south-west), Mill Green (2 miles south) and Goose Hill (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Newbury (4 miles west), Burghfield Common (8 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles west), Hungerford (12 miles west), Spencers Wood (12 miles east) and Calcot (9 miles east).
A little further out are Old Chapel Textile Centre (2.6 miles south-west) and Donnington Castle (4.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Thatcham Reed Beds.
- Local schools include Kennet School (0.5 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Swan pub (0.5 miles south-west)
Nearby places to Colthrop
Other occasions in Colthrop
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Events we cater in Colthrop
Fresh food beats a tired buffet, especially as the evening cools.
These are some of the bookings we take in Colthrop and West Berkshire:
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Birthday parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Children’s parties
After a christening at a church like St Mary's Church, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Questions to ask before booking
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- What the price includes, item by item
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
What the van needs
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A spot near your guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Gravy
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- 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