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Party Fish and Chip Van in Datchet
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your party turns food into part of your party in Datchet.
- Family parties with children
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Fresh fish and chips in Datchet
Party venues around Datchet
Datchet is about 2 miles east of Windsor, in Slough. For parties in Datchet, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Datchet is one of 31 places in Slough we cover. Our bookings stretch from Datchet to Guildford (about 16 miles away).
For guests coming by train, Datchet station is in Datchet itself. If your drive is too small, local halls and clubs near Datchet can be an alternative, as long as the van can park outside.
We serve parties across the SL3 postcode area. Your party could be at a house on High Street, London Road and Percy Place, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to parties in Ditton (1 mile north-east), Myrke (1 mile north-west), Sunnymeads (1 mile south-east), Brands Hill (2 miles east) and Old Windsor (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Slough (3 miles north-west), Cippenham (3 miles north-west), Britwell (4 miles north-west), Burnham (5 miles north-west), Stoke Poges (4 miles north) and Huntercombe (4 miles north-west). Being one of Slough’s larger places, Datchet has lots of places where the van can park.
A little further out are Windsor Castle (1.2 miles west) and Upton Hospital (1.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Staines Reservoirs.
- Local schools include Churchmead School (less than half a mile north-west) and St George's School (1.3 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Royal Stag pub (less than half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Slough (2 miles north)
Party fish and chip van in Datchet, cooked to order
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the hatch facing your guests. Whether it’s retirement parties and birthday parties, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
Around Datchet, a garden and a drive is all you need. The van fits right in. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before you book.
Perfect for your party in Datchet
You do not need a venue: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Birthday parties
- Retirement parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
After a christening at a church like Church of St Mary, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- If the price includes VAT
- The cancellation terms
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Prices and what affects them
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
- The day of the week
- Service time
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- A spot near your guests
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your party. We handle the cooking and serving. A summer party in Datchet stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, which gives a garden party a long evening. By late September sunset is around 7:05pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
How to get a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Datchet? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Allergies and dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
Have bins and napkins by the van.
Plan cover in case of showers.
Also near Datchet
More for events in Datchet
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Hiring a hall and a caterer adds up. A van on the drive keeps it simple. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book our van in Datchet
- Something for guests to gather round
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Bookings across Slough, including Datchet
- No kitchen needed
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Datchet
Could you trade in Home Park?
Only if the landowner, usually the council, allows it. Check with them first.
How far is Datchet from London?
About 21 miles from central London.
Do you cover Datchet?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Datchet is within our area. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
What if the weather’s bad?
We cook inside the van, so rain does not stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
Will the van fit on our drive?
It depends on the drive and the access. Tell us about gates, slopes and overhead branches, and we’ll tell you honestly.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
- 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