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Party Fish and Chip Van in Lower Basildon
Party fish and chip van in Lower Basildon: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Naming days and christenings
- Family reunions
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
Party fish and chip van for Lower Basildon events
How it works
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for. At midsummer, it’s light in Lower Basildon until about 9:25pm, so a garden party can run well into the evening. By late September sunset is around 7:10pm, so plan festoon lights for later parties.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Preparing for the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Share the timings for the day
Get a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your party for your party in Lower Basildon? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
About our party fish and chip van in Lower Basildon
The queue at the hatch gets people mixing, which is what a party is all about. For retirement celebrations and naming days and christenings, we will put together a menu of pie and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips and more.
A country party near Lower Basildon is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and handed over as soon as it’s ready.
- Area
- Lower Basildon (RG8)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Towns and villages near Lower Basildon
Also in Lower Basildon
Lower Basildon: your questions answered
How far is Lower Basildon from London?
About 44 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Lower Basildon?
The closest is Goring & Streatley station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
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.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
Do we need to provide equipment?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The date and time of year
- Cod, haddock or both
- Service time
- Whether a minimum applies
There is 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
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The address or venue name
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Each quote is put together for your party. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
A chip van compared with other options
A hog roast is one dish, while a chip van gives people a choice. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why us?
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Events in Lower Basildon and across Oxfordshire
- Something for guests to gather round
- Classic food your guests already know
Who books party fish and chip van in Lower Basildon?
It suits all ages, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Retirement parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Big birthdays
If guests are coming by rail, Goring & Streatley station is about 1.4 miles away.
What your quote should include
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How many hours the van serves
- The deadline for final numbers
The menu, dish by dish
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Count children separately
- Send allergies to us in writing
After service, we pack up.
A few lights around the van look great.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Party venues around Lower Basildon
Lower Basildon is about 7 miles west of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your party in Lower Basildon will be, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. Lower Basildon is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 7 miles away.
A christening at St Bartholomew's Church followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. Nearby historic houses include Basildon Park (under half a mile south) and Mapledurham House (3.9 miles east). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first. Lower Basildon is within about 5 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Wherever your party is in RG8, we can bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve parties in Goring (2 miles north), Elvendon (2 miles north-east), Streatley (2 miles north-west), South Stoke (3 miles north) and Hungerford Green (3 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Didcot (9 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Wantage (14 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (9 miles east), Grove (15 miles north-west) and Benson (8 miles north).
A little further out are Yattendon Castle (4.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Hartslock.
- Pubs nearby include The Old Tavern (under half a mile north-west)
- 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