West Berkshire · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Chilton Foliat events
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your wedding in Chilton Foliat and the surrounding area.
- Engagement celebrations
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
A chip van near Chilton Foliat
Wedding fish and chip van for your wedding in Chilton Foliat
A chip van is at home at barn, marquee and garden weddings, because there is frequently a yard or track close to the party. For vow renewals and anniversaries and engagement celebrations, we can cook mushy peas, sausage and chips and curry sauce.
Near Chilton Foliat, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. A chip van is made for that: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Let us know about access and ground. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Chilton Foliat (RG17)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is 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.
Step by step
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your wedding. The frying and serving are down to us. In Chilton Foliat, midsummer sunset is about 9:25pm, and by late September it is nearer 7:10pm, which means evening fish and chips is often served in daylight in June and July. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it’s dark by about 4:00pm.
- We start with a few details about your wedding.
- 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
- Let us know the serving time
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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Chilton Foliat weddings: local tips
Chilton Foliat is about 10 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. For weddings in Chilton Foliat, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Chilton Foliat. We serve 155 places across West Berkshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 24 miles away.
If you are marrying at a church near Chilton Foliat, such as Church of St Mary, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there. For guests travelling by train, the closest railway station is Hungerford station, roughly 1.7 miles south-east of the centre. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 6 miles of Chilton Foliat, with plenty of rural wedding settings. Check vehicle access with the venue.
Wherever your wedding is in RG17, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We can serve a wedding on streets such as Popham Close, Stag Hill and Whitelocks Piece or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. For weddings just outside Chilton Foliat, we cover Leverton (1 mile south-east), Upper Eddington (1 mile south-east), Eddington (2 miles south-east), Hungerford (2 miles south-east) and Woodlands St Mary (3 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Newbury (10 miles east), Thatcham (12 miles east), Speenhamland (9 miles east), Lambourn (5 miles north), Shaw (10 miles east) and Kingsclere (15 miles south-east).
Green spaces nearby include Watts Bank.
- Schools near Chilton Foliat include John O'Gaunt School (2.2 miles south-east)
Places near Chilton Foliat
What else we do in Chilton Foliat
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. It’s battered and fried to order.
Space, access and the venue
Every site is different, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Chilton Foliat
- Evening fish and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: 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.
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
We will give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- How many people are eating
- The length of service
- How easy the site is to reach
- The minimum booking
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Your date and serving time
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where the van would go
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
- Cater for most, not all, of the evening guest list
- Ensure we have someone to call on the day
- Put bins near the van
Most couples serve evening food between about 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance.
Have napkins handy: fish and chips is finger food after dark.
Perfect for your wedding in Chilton Foliat
Almost every guest enjoys fish and chips, from flower girls to grandparents.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Evening wedding food
- Informal weddings
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
For outdoor photos, Watts Bank is close by.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether there is a minimum
- When final numbers are due
- Whether travel is included
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Chilton Foliat
Is Chilton Foliat too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Mary: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What does the van need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
Can the van park by the marquee?
Frequently, if the ground is firm and the venue agrees. We’ll check access with you and the venue.
Can the van park on grass?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site when you enquire, and we will confirm what we need.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before you book.
- 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