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Party Fish and Chip Van for Mapledurham events
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Party fish and chip van in Mapledurham.
- Street parties
- Engagement parties
- Family reunions
Book the van in Mapledurham
How our party fish and chip van works in Mapledurham
With a chip van, the host gets to enjoy the party too. The van parks, the fryers go on and the food goes out hot. Typical bookings include street parties and get-togethers with old friends, serving cod and chips, curry sauce and gravy.
Country parties near Mapledurham suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Where
- Mapledurham (RG8, RG4, RG31)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Step by step
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. Sunset in Mapledurham drops to about 7:10pm by late September and 3:55pm by December, so think about lighting by the van.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Share the timings for the day
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through 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 nobody has to miss the party.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Who books party fish and chip van in Mapledurham?
Hot food beats a buffet that is been out for hours.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Street parties
Guests arriving by train should know that Tilehurst station is about 1 mile away.
Questions to ask before you book
- How late numbers can change
- If the price includes VAT
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
For event organisers in Mapledurham
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Mapledurham? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
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A chip van compared with other options
Compared with cooking a barbecue yourself, the host is not stuck cooking all afternoon. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your party.
Why book our van in Mapledurham
- Events in Mapledurham and across Oxfordshire
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- No surprises in your quote
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Check the street’s parking rules
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Have a back-up for special diets
Put bins and napkins near the hatch.
Somewhere to sit makes eating easier.
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A spot near your guests
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Cod and chips
Questions from Mapledurham
Is Mapledurham too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Could you trade in Round Copse?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before booking.
What do children eat?
Sausage and chips, generally. Tell us how many children to expect.
What if we only have street parking?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Can you come to a street party?
Yes, once the council has agreed the closure. Tell the council about the van.
Do we need to provide anything?
Let us know about power and water at the house, and we’ll say what we need.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Cod, haddock or both
- Parking and the way in
- Any minimum charge
- How far we travel
Larger groups generally cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- The address or venue name
- Expected numbers
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Your date and serving time
Still finalising the details? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Planning a party in Mapledurham
Mapledurham is about 3 miles west of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Bookings in Mapledurham come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Mapledurham is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover.
A christening at Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. Within reach of Mapledurham are historic houses such as Mapledurham House (within half a mile east) and Basildon Park (3.7 miles west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
Here we cover the RG8, RG4 and RG31 postcode area, and we can serve your party anywhere in it. Whether your party is on St Mary's Avenue, Park Walk and The Short or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. We also bring the van to parties in Purley on Thames (1 mile south-west), Trench Green (1 mile north-east), Tilehurst (2 miles south), Chazey Heath (2 miles east) and Norcot (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Didcot (12 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (7 miles north-east), Benson (10 miles north), Wallingford (9 miles north-west), Great Western Park (13 miles north-west) and Watlington (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.4 miles south-east) and Battle Hospital (2.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Mapledurham includes South Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Denefield School (1.2 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Roebuck pub (0.8 miles south)
- 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