West Berkshire · England
Fish and chip van for parties in Midgham, West Berkshire
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 Midgham.
- Leaving parties
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Family reunions
Book the van in Midgham
What affects the price in Midgham
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Numbers
- Distance and any road charges
- The minimum booking
- Parking and the way in
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is often the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Your date and serving time
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
How our party fish and chip van works in Midgham
It’s a treat that feels special without being formal: fish and chips from the van, eaten in the garden. For anniversaries and engagement parties and family celebrations after a christening, we will put together a menu of pie and chips, haddock and chips and gravy.
Near Midgham, parties are often in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll plan the route. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- Midgham (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
How it works
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. In Midgham, a June party has light until about 9:25pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:10pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you are eating late.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Give us a contact for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
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About the food
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Nearby places to Midgham
Other occasions in Midgham
Occasions we serve in Midgham
It works at home: a drive or firm lawn is enough.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Midgham and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Naming days and christenings
- Summer garden parties
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
Historic houses near Midgham include Shaw House (4.9 miles west). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler.
Before booking anyone
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The deadline for final numbers
- Payment terms and deposit
- How allergens are handled
Common questions in Midgham
Which station is closest to Midgham?
The closest is Midgham station, roughly 1.2 miles away.
Do you come out to small places like Midgham?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you need power or water from us?
Tell us what’s available at the address when you enquire, and we will say what we need.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll plan for them.
Can the van park on my drive?
It depends on the drive and the access. Mention anything tight, and we will tell you honestly.
Midgham parties: what to know
Midgham is about 2 miles east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. In and around Midgham, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your guests. Midgham is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Midgham to Reading (about 10 miles away).
If guests are coming by rail, the nearest station is Midgham station, about 1.2 miles east. Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Church of St Matthew, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards.
Parties anywhere in RG7 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. Whether your party is on Birds Lane, School Hill and Church Hill or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve parties in Upper Bucklebury (1 mile north-west), Thatcham (2 miles west), Cold Ash (3 miles north-west), Ashmore Green (3 miles north-west) and Frilsham (4 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Newbury (5 miles west), Burghfield Common (6 miles east), Speenhamland (5 miles west), Hungerford (13 miles west), Spencers Wood (10 miles east) and Calcot (7 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Old Chapel Textile Centre (3.8 miles south-west) and Yattendon Castle (4.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Thatcham Reed Beds.
- Nearby schools include Kennet School (1.9 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find Coach & Horses pub (within half a mile south)
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Compared with cooking a barbecue yourself, a chip van means nobody is stuck at the grill. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Why book our van in Midgham
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Classic food your guests already know
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are organising for someone else, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Planning the van’s spot
If a spot is not suitable, we’ll tell you. What matters most:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- 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