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Party Fish and Chip Van for Trench Green 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 Trench Green.
- Naming days and christenings
- Family parties with children
- Milestone birthdays
Party fish and chip van for Trench Green events
Party fish and chip van in Trench Green, cooked to order
Food is fried to order, so it is hot and crisp, not left out on a table for hours. We’re often asked to cater street parties and engagement parties, serving haddock and chips, gravy and cod and chips.
Near Trench Green, parties are frequently in gardens or fields. Let us know about access, and we’ll handle the rest. We cook inside the van, right where your guests are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
The menu, dish by dish
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Trench Green?
Next to a DIY barbecue, a chip van means nobody is stuck at the grill. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What you get with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- We cover Trench Green and the whole of Reading
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Any minimum charge
- How far we travel
- The day of the week
- How long we serve
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where you’d like the van to go
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Hosting a chip van party in Trench Green
Trench Green is about 2 miles north-west of Caversham, in Reading. For a party in Trench Green, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. Trench Green is one of 34 places in Reading where we bring the van.
A christening at Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan. Nearby historic houses include Mapledurham House (1.1 miles south-west) and Greys Court (4.3 miles north-east). Grand settings like these frequently have strict rules on vehicles and caterers, so for most parties a home or hired hall is simpler.
Wherever your party is in RG4, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside Trench Green, we also cover Chazey Heath (1 mile east), Mapledurham (1 mile south-west), Purley on Thames (2 miles south-west), Norcot (2 miles south) and Tilehurst (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as West Reading (3 miles south), Shinfield (7 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (9 miles south-east), Horncastle (3 miles south), Whitley Wood (6 miles south-east) and Fords Farm (4 miles south).
A little further out are Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.6 miles south) and Battle Hospital (2.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Moor Copse Nature Reserve and Sonning Hill.
- Local pubs include Pack Horse Public House (0.5 miles north-east)
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Confirmation that the van can park there
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
How it works
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot when you’re ready to eat. Sunset in Trench Green is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. If the party runs past dark, the queue and the path to the van need light.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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Working with your venue
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll work through them with you.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Why choose party fish and chip van in Trench Green?
There’s no kitchen to clear up afterwards, which makes the morning after much easier.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Trench Green, people book us for occasions like:
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Birthday parties
- Summer garden parties
- Engagement parties
Guests arriving by train should know that Tilehurst station is about 1.7 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- When payment is due
- What happens if plans change
- If the price includes VAT
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Trench Green
Which station is closest to Trench Green?
Tilehurst station, about 1.7 miles south of the centre.
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Margaret and Bardolf Aisle: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, Reading included. Find your area.
Can the van park on the street?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
How do you handle allergies?
Let us know about allergies in advance, and we’ll give you the allergen information.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children typically love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
What do children eat?
Yes. Children generally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Also near Trench Green
Other occasions in Trench Green
- 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