Oxfordshire · England
Fish and chip van for parties in Tidmarsh, Oxfordshire
We bring a fish and chip van for your party to Tidmarsh and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Neighbourhood get-togethers
- Kids’ birthday parties
Planning an event in Tidmarsh?
Party fish and chip van in Tidmarsh, fried fresh
It feels like a treat, but stays relaxed: paper portions of fish and chips in the garden. Popular choices include mushy peas, cod and chips and gravy, and typical bookings are for birthday parties and street parties.
In a small place like Tidmarsh, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Tell us about lanes and parking, and we’ll plan the route. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Location
- Tidmarsh (RG8)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How the day works
Changes on the day are fine: we will adjust start times and pace. For a late-May party in Tidmarsh, sunset is around 8:55pm; at midsummer it is about 9:25pm. After dark, light the area around the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Before we arrive
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Have a level parking spot ready
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Tidmarsh
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
FAQs for Tidmarsh
Which station is closest to Tidmarsh?
Pangbourne station, about 1.1 miles north of the centre.
Is Tidmarsh close to London?
About 43 miles from central London.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we will reply with a price.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
What do children eat?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include them in your numbers.
Can the van park on grass?
Normally, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
What can guests choose from?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
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 cooks in front of your guests instead.
Planning a party in Tidmarsh
Tidmarsh is about 5 miles west of Reading, in Oxfordshire. We serve parties at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Tidmarsh and nearby villages. Tidmarsh is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we bring the van.
Guests arriving by train should know that Pangbourne station, about 1.1 miles north, is the nearest station. After a christening at a church like Church of St Laurence, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends. Tidmarsh is within about 8 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
We serve parties across RG8 and the streets around it. From Strachey Close and Tidmarsh Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Tidmarsh, we also cover Sulham (1 mile east), Pangbourne (1 mile north), Whitchurch-on-Thames (1 mile north), Little Heath (2 miles south-east) and Englefield (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Didcot (12 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (9 miles north-east), Benson (10 miles north), Wallingford (9 miles north), Great Western Park (12 miles north-west) and Watlington (13 miles north).
A little further out are Thames Valley Police Museum (3.5 miles south) and Battle Hospital (4 miles east). Within reach you will find Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
- Schools near Tidmarsh include Denefield School (1.4 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Cross Keys pub (0.9 miles north)
What affects the price in Tidmarsh
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How far we travel
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- Whether a minimum applies
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the parking spot
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Send us the date, the address or RG8 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
Places near Tidmarsh
What else we do in Tidmarsh
Organising for someone else?
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
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.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
A takeaway order for a party takes ages and arrives lukewarm. The van cooks right there. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. We will send you a quote.
Why us?
- Events in Tidmarsh and across Oxfordshire
- All the chip-shop extras
- A quote that spells everything out
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- A photo of the parking spot helps
- Ask guests about allergies when they reply
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
When everyone has eaten, we pack up.
Put the menu up by the van.
- 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