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Party Fish and Chip Van for Yattendon events
Party fish and chip van in Yattendon: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Anniversary celebrations
- Kids’ birthday parties
- Leaving parties
Book the van in Yattendon
For planners, venues and organisers
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
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.
About our party fish and chip van in Yattendon
With a chip van, the host gets to enjoy the party too. We park up, fry to order and hand it over hot. Popular choices include pie and chips, gravy and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for retirement parties and milestone birthdays.
In a small place like Yattendon, a party in the garden or a nearby field is frequently the plan. Let us know about access, and we will handle the rest. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Location
- Yattendon (RG18)
- County
- West Berkshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
The process
The van needs a level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. Sunset in Yattendon drops to about 7:10pm by late September and 4:00pm by December, so think about lighting by the van.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability right away.
Planning help
Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Confirmation that the van can park there
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A buffet is easy but forgettable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your party is.
Why book our van in Yattendon
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A menu almost everyone likes
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Read our pricing and the cost guide.
Yattendon parties: what to know
Yattendon is about 5 miles north-east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Bookings in Yattendon come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We cover 155 places across West Berkshire. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 10 miles away.
Historic houses near Yattendon include Basildon Park (4.2 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. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 4 miles of Yattendon, so many gardens around here have a great outlook.
Anywhere in RG18, we can fry fresh for your guests. Local streets include Yattendon Lane, Bryants Lane and Chapel Lane; a party on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. If your venue is just outside Yattendon, we also cover Frilsham (1 mile south-west), Hampstead Norreys (2 miles north-west), Wellhouse (2 miles south-west), Little Hungerford (3 miles west) and Oare (3 miles west). Further out, we also take the van to Newbury (7 miles south-west), Thatcham (5 miles south-west), Burghfield Common (8 miles south-east), Speenhamland (7 miles south-west), Hungerford (14 miles west) and Spencers Wood (11 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Yattendon Castle (less than half a mile north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (5.7 miles south-west).
- Nearby, you’ll find The Royal Oak pub (less than half a mile west)
FAQs for Yattendon
Do you come to venues in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Peter and St Paul?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What happens if it rains?
We cook inside the van, so rain doesn’t stop us. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
Do you do street parties?
Often, yes. Check your council’s rules on road closures and vehicles early.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your party and we’ll send a quote.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
Do we need to provide anything?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
What do children eat?
Sausage and chips, normally. Let us know numbers and ages.
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What affects the price in Yattendon
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- How many people are eating
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Cod, haddock or both
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Expected numbers
- Where the van would park
- Where the event is
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your party in Yattendon, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Who books party fish and chip van in Yattendon?
It works at home: a drive or a firm spot near the garden will do.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Garden get-togethers
- Engagement parties
- Family reunions
- Retirement celebrations
For guests coming by train, Goring & Streatley station, about 4.9 miles north-east, is the nearest station.
What to look for in a quote
- A clear list of what’s included
- If the price includes VAT
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The deadline for final numbers
- 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