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Wedding fish and chip van in Hitchambury, Slough
We bring a fish and chip van for your wedding across Hitchambury and Slough, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Laid-back receptions
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Seaside-themed weddings
Wedding fish and chip van in Hitchambury
Space, access and the venue
We’ll be honest if a spot will not work. What matters most:
- A short walk from the party
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
Wedding fish and chip van in Hitchambury, cooked to order
Some evening guests arrive without having eaten, and day guests ate hours ago. Hot food fried to order looks after both. Typical bookings include wedding after-parties and rustic farm weddings, serving haddock and chips, cod and chips and sausage and chips.
Near Hitchambury, weddings are often in fields, barns or gardens. That’s where a chip van shines: no kitchen needed, just a firm spot near the party. Let us know about access and ground. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
Events we cater in Hitchambury
A chip van brings a relaxed, fun feel to the evening. Guests queue, chat and come back smiling.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We are frequently booked for:
- Rustic farm weddings
- Anniversary celebrations
- Weddings with a seaside feel
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
For guests travelling by train, Taplow station, about 0.8 miles south, is the nearest station.
What your quote should include
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- What happens if plans change
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How allergens are handled
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The menu and how many choices
- How many people are eating
- The day of the week
- How long we serve
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It’s worth asking early.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the van would park
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Expected numbers
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Hitchambury
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Send us the address.
Which station is closest to Hitchambury?
Taplow station, about 0.8 miles south of the centre.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we will reply with a price.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a picture if you can.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can you do our evening wedding food?
Yes, that’s what most couples book us for. We will fit around your first dance and band.
What do you bring?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order, so it is crisp when it reaches you.
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
A second sit-down meal in the evening is expensive and formal. Fish and chips from the hatch keeps it informal, and guests eat where they like. 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 Hitchambury hosts choose us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Bookings across Slough, including Hitchambury
- No surprises in your quote
Planning wedding fish and chips in Hitchambury
Hitchambury is about 2 miles east of Maidenhead, in Slough. From the centre of Hitchambury to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We take the van to all 31 towns and villages in Slough. Our bookings stretch from Hitchambury to Reading (about 14 miles away).
After a ceremony at a church like Church of St Mary, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in. Taplow Lake nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Hitchambury suits an outdoor reception.
Anywhere in SL1 and SL6, we can bring the van to you. Your wedding could be at a house on Hitcham Lane and Hunt's Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Close by, we cover weddings in Taplow (1 mile south-west), Burnham (1 mile east), Rose Hill (1 mile north), Huntercombe (1 mile south-east) and Lake End (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Slough (3 miles south-east), Chalvey (4 miles south-east), Langley (6 miles east), Upton (4 miles south-east), Datchet (6 miles south-east) and Stoke Poges (4 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Reitlinger Bequest Museum (1.3 miles south-west) and St Mark's Hospital (2.9 miles west). The countryside around Hitchambury includes Taplow Lake and Bray Pit.
- Local schools include The E-Act Burnham Park Academy (0.9 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include Oak and Saw pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Nearby places to Hitchambury
More for events in Hitchambury
Planners, venues and businesses
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Talk to us about evening numbers
- Add an allergy question to your RSVP card
- Confirm the van can park at the venue
- Make sure we have someone to call on the day
Sending tables up in turn keeps the queue short.
A string of lights by the hatch makes a great photo.
How the day works
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed and the hatch goes up. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule. At a December wedding in Hitchambury, it is dark by about 3:55pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting, while a June wedding has light until about 9:25pm.
- We start with a few details about your wedding.
- You get an availability check and a clear 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.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Let us know the serving time
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
How to get a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability right away.
Related guides
- 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