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Fish and chip van for parties in Shaw, West Berkshire
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your party in Shaw. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Big birthdays
- Retirement celebrations
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
A chip van near Shaw
Perfect for your party in Shaw
Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoys it, which makes it perfect for family celebrations.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Family parties with children
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Milestone birthdays
- Naming days and christenings
A green space like Victoria Park is tempting, but a catering van there needs the landowner’s say-so, usually the council’s.
What your quote should include
- Whether there’s a minimum
- The deposit and payment dates
- The cancellation terms
- If the price includes VAT
How our party fish and chip van works in Shaw
Guests who don’t know each other end up chatting in the queue. We are often asked to cater christenings and naming days and engagement parties, with pie and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas.
Around Shaw, a garden and a drive is all you need. The van fits right in. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
- Location
- Shaw (RG14, RG18)
- County
- West Berkshire
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
FAQs for Shaw
Can the van park in Victoria Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Which station is closest to Shaw?
Newbury Racecourse station, about 0.8 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you cover Shaw?
We do. Shaw is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
What areas do you cover?
We take the van across London and the South East, West Berkshire included. See all areas.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
What do children eat?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a party that feels special but relaxed, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Shaw. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A clear quote before you book
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
Looking after everyone
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Confirm allergies by email
- Show us where the van would go
- Check parking restrictions if the van is on the street
With children, food about an hour in works well, before the cake.
Bunting and festoon lights by the van make it part of the party.
For event organisers in Shaw
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Parties in Shaw: homes, halls and local tips
Shaw is about 1 mile north-east of Newbury, in West Berkshire. For parties in Shaw, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Shaw. Shaw is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 15 miles away.
A christening at Parish Church of St Mary followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. Historic houses near Shaw include Shaw House (within half a mile north-west) and Benham Park (2.4 miles west). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
We serve parties across the RG14 and RG18 postcode area and the streets around it. Your party could be at a house on Park Lane, Shaw Road and Kiln Road, wherever the van can park. Being close to the A4, Shaw is easy for us to reach for your party. For parties just outside Shaw, we cover Speenhamland (1 mile west), Donnington (1 mile north-west), Speen (1 mile west), Bagnor (2 miles west) and Stockcross (3 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Burghfield Common (11 miles east), Hungerford (9 miles west), Spencers Wood (15 miles east), Calcot (12 miles east), Lambourn (12 miles north-west) and Burghfield Hill (11 miles east). Being one of West Berkshire’s larger places, Shaw has lots of places where the van can park.
Well-known places in the area include Donnington Castle (1.3 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (1 mile east). Green spaces nearby include Audrey's Meadow.
- Nearby schools include Trinity School (within half a mile north-west) and Trinity School (less than half a mile north-west)
- Local pubs include The Cock Inn (less than half a mile north-west)
Places near Shaw
Other occasions in Shaw
About the food
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
How it works
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Guests generally gather round the hatch as soon as we open. Autumn and winter parties in Shaw get dark early: about 7:10pm in late September and 4:00pm in December, so think about lighting by the van.
- First, tell us about your party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Get a quote
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
How we price a fish and chip van for your party
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Parking and the way in
- The length of service
- The day of the week
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where the van would park
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A photo of the space and the way in
Each quote is put together for your party. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
- 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