Wokingham · England
Party Fish and Chip Van for Lower Earley events
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Party fish and chip van in Lower Earley.
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Summer garden parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
Fresh fish and chips in Lower Earley
About our party fish and chip van in Lower Earley
Guests who don’t know each other end up chatting in the queue, which is what a party is all about. Whether it’s summer garden parties and street parties, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips for your guests.
Around Lower Earley, a garden and a drive is all you need. A chip van fits right in. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what we can do before booking.
Organising for someone else?
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Having the party at home? Send us a photo of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Party venues around Lower Earley
Lower Earley is about 3 miles south-east of Reading, in Wokingham. Anywhere in RG6, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. Lower Earley is one of 35 towns and villages in Wokingham where we bring the van.
If guests are coming by rail, Earley station is about 1 mile away. If the day starts at Trinity Church, the van can be ready at the house when everyone arrives.
This part of Wokingham takes in RG6 and RG41, and we can serve your party anywhere in it. Your party could be at a house on Beech Lane, Gipsy Lane and Durand Road, wherever the van can park. For parties just outside Lower Earley, we cover Earley (1 mile north-west), Arborfield (2 miles south), Whitley (2 miles west), Shinfield (2 miles south-west) and Whitley Wood (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Reading (3 miles north-west), Wokingham (3 miles east), Crowthorne (6 miles south-east), Woosehill (3 miles east), Emmbrook (3 miles east) and Coley Park (3 miles north-west). Lower Earley is one of the larger places we cover in Wokingham, with plenty of venues for parties.
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Hospital (2.4 miles north-west) and Beaumys Castle (4.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include South Lake and Sonning Hill.
- Nearby schools include Maiden Erlegh School (0.7 miles north) and Crosfields School (1.3 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Poachers pub (1 mile east)
- Other local spots include University of Reading library (1.4 miles north-west)
Lower Earley questions
Could you trade in Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, usually the council. Ask them first.
Is Lower Earley close to London?
About 36 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, Wokingham included. Find your area.
Can the van come to our street party?
Frequently, yes. Start the road closure application early.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Where can the van park?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Planning for dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Let your neighbours know
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
After service, we pack up and leave the drive tidy.
Put the menu up by the van.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A venue plus caterer can be expensive. With a van, home becomes the venue. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- No kitchen needed
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Events in Lower Earley and across Wokingham
- A clear quote before you book
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your party. Midsummer parties in Lower Earley stay bright until about 9:25pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:05pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you are eating late.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check where the van can park and send a price.
- On the day we arrive, park up and heat the fryers.
- We serve hot from the hatch while the party carries on.
- We pack up when we are done and leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The minimum booking
- The date and time of year
- Parking and the way in
- Distance and any road charges
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where you’d like the van to go
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Your date and serving time
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- A short walk from the party
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
Why choose party fish and chip van in Lower Earley?
Hot food beats a buffet that’s been out for hours, especially as the evening cools.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Lower Earley and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Leaving parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Big birthdays
Thinking of using Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve? Parks generally need the owner’s permission, frequently the council’s, before a catering van can park or trade.
Comparing caterers
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The cancellation terms
- How much space the van takes up
- The deadline for final numbers
Places near Lower Earley
Other occasions in Lower Earley
A closer look at the menu
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
- 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