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Fish and chip van for parties in Egypt, Slough
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Egypt.
- Naming days and christenings
- Family parties with children
- Family reunions
Book the van in Egypt
Party fish and chip van for your party in Egypt
Everything is cooked as people come up, rather than sitting on a buffet table all afternoon. Whether it’s retirement parties and family reunions, we’ll put together a menu of curry sauce, sausage and chips and gravy.
In a small place like Egypt, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we will handle the rest. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Count children separately
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Arrange an alternative if needed
Put bins and napkins near the hatch.
Finish with the birthday cake.
What happens on the day
The first sign we have arrived is usually the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. Sunset in Egypt is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, light the area around the van.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Before we arrive
- Give us a contact for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Share the timings for the day
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Egypt, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Planning help
Common questions in Egypt
We’re gathering after a service at St John the Evangelist: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is generally elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Which station is closest to Egypt?
The closest is Burnham station, roughly 2.9 miles away.
What food do you serve?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
How far ahead should we book a party?
Weekends from May to September are busiest, so ask early.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
Will the van fit on our drive?
Typically, if the drive is level and firm and the van can get in. Send us a picture and tell us about gates and branches.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we will include them in the plan.
Working with your venue
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.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Perfect for your party in Egypt
No washing up, no cold buffet to throw away, which makes the morning after much easier.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Egypt book the van for occasions like:
- Milestone birthdays
- Family reunions
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Engagement parties
A christening at St John the Evangelist followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
What your quote should include
- The deadline for final numbers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The cancellation terms
Party venues around Egypt
Egypt is about 3 miles north of Slough, in Slough. Whether your party is in the middle of Egypt or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. Egypt is one of 31 towns and villages in Slough where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Egypt to Reading (17 miles away).
Historic houses near Egypt include Cliveden (3 miles west) and Dorney Court (4.6 miles south-west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules. If guests are coming by rail, Burnham station is about 2.9 miles away.
Wherever your party is in SL2, we can bring the van to you. We can serve a party on streets such as Cages Wood Drive, Hammond End and The Avenue or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. If your venue is just outside Egypt, we also cover Farnham Common (1 mile south-east), Hedgerley (1 mile north-east), East Burnham (1 mile south), Farnham Royal (1 mile south) and Littleworth Corner (2 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Slough (3 miles south), Cippenham (3 miles south), Chalvey (4 miles south), Langley (5 miles south-east), Upton (4 miles south) and Burnham (3 miles south-west).
A little further out are Wexham Park Hospital (2.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Egypt include Burnham Beeches and Taplow Lake.
- Nearby schools include Caldicott School (0.8 miles south) and Beechwood School (1.9 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Royal Oak pub (within half a mile south-east)
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- A clear area by the serving hatch
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Gravy
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How long we serve
- Parking and the way in
- The minimum booking
- Numbers
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and serving time
- A photo of the space and the way in
Each quote is put together for your party. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
What else we do in Egypt
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger guests and fish-dodgers.
- 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