Wokingham · England
Wedding Fish and Chip Van in Emmbrook
Wedding fish and chip van in Emmbrook: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Coastal-themed receptions
- Informal weddings
- Second-day and after-party food
Book the van in Emmbrook
Before you choose a spot
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Emmbrook
The van parks near the marquee, barn or venue, and guests drift out to queue and chat. It turns evening food into part of the celebration. On the menu are mushy peas, curry sauce and cod and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater vow renewals and anniversaries and seaside-themed weddings.
In Emmbrook, a local ceremony and a marquee reception is a lovely, personal choice. We park close by for evening food. Tell us about access to the field or garden. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
The process
Here’s how the day normally runs: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and we serve hot from the hatch when you’re ready to eat. At midsummer, sunset in Emmbrook is about 9:25pm, which helps us time evening food around your photos. In late May, sunset is about 8:55pm, and in late September about 7:05pm.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Getting ready for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, the address or RG41 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and you will get a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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A chip van compared with other options
Evening food can be anything from bacon rolls to pizza. A chip van gives a more filling, proper meal that guests remember. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Why us?
- Something for guests to gather round
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- All the chip-shop extras
- A clear quote before you book
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Give us a contact for the day who isn’t the couple
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
- Not every evening guest eats: ask us how many to plan for
- Ask about dietary needs on the invitation
Ushers or bridesmaids can send tables up in turn.
Have napkins handy: fish and chips is finger food after dark.
What affects the price in Emmbrook
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Parking and the way in
- How far we travel
- The number of meals
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and price, we need:
- Your date and serving time
- The address or venue name
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The spot you have in mind for the van
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
About the food
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the side most people expect.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Common questions in Emmbrook
How far is Emmbrook from London?
Roughly 33 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What’s the nearest station to Emmbrook?
The closest is Wokingham station, roughly 0.9 miles away.
Where do you take the van?
We take the van across London and the South East, Wokingham included. See all areas.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options.
Can the van park by the marquee?
Often, if the ground is firm and the venue agrees. We’ll agree the spot in advance.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Can the van come for the evening?
Yes, that is what most couples book us for. We’ll fit around your first dance and band.
Getting married in Emmbrook?
Emmbrook is about 1 mile north of Wokingham, in Wokingham. Give us the address of your wedding in Emmbrook, and we will plan the route and the parking spot. We cover all 35 towns and villages in Wokingham. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 6 miles away.
If you want countryside in your photos, Holt Copse & Joel Park is not far, and the countryside around Emmbrook suits an outdoor reception. Marrying at Woosehill Community Church? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening.
Weddings anywhere in RG41 and RG40 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many guests. From Marks Road, Walter Road and Ashton Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Other places close to Emmbrook we cover include Woosehill (1 mile south), Wokingham (1 mile south), Winnersh (1 mile north-west), Sindlesham (1 mile west) and Hurst (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Reading (6 miles west), Woodley (3 miles north-west), Earley (3 miles west), Crowthorne (4 miles south-east), Lower Earley (3 miles west) and Newtown (5 miles north-west). Being one of Wokingham’s larger places, Emmbrook has plenty of venues, halls and workplaces.
A little further out are Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (1.5 miles west) and Wokingham Hospital (0.9 miles south). Open spaces near Emmbrook include Holt Copse & Joel Park and Sonning Hill.
- Nearby schools include The Emmbrook School (under half a mile south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Emmbrook Inn (under half a mile south)
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Places near Emmbrook
Also in Emmbrook
- 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