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Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Kidmore End events
Looking for a fish and chip van for your wedding in Kidmore End? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your guests queue at the hatch.
- Laid-back receptions
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Seaside-themed weddings
Wedding fish and chip van in Kidmore End
Wedding fish and chip van in Kidmore End, fried fresh
Some evening guests arrive without having eaten, and day guests ate hours ago. Fresh fish and chips suits everyone. Typical bookings include weddings in a marquee or garden and weddings with a seaside feel, serving cod and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas.
Rural weddings around Kidmore End have a magic of their own, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. We serve from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
What happens on the day
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. In Kidmore End, midsummer sunset is about 9:25pm, and by late September it’s nearer 7:10pm, so evening food at about 8:30pm is in daylight in high summer. Later in the year, plan lighting: in December it is dark by about 3:55pm.
- 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.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Get a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your wedding in Kidmore End? Send us the details and we will reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
The price comes down to a few factors:
- The minimum booking
- How far we travel
- Your choice of menu
- How many people are eating
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your wedding is.
What to tell us
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where the event is
- Expected numbers
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your wedding in Kidmore End, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Is a fish and chip van right for your wedding?
Formal evening food costs more and slows the party down. A van keeps it relaxed. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your wedding.
Why us?
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Quick service from the hatch
- We cover Kidmore End and the whole of Reading
- Something for guests to gather round
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Places near Kidmore End
Other occasions in Kidmore End
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Kidmore End? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Why choose wedding fish and chip van in Kidmore End?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, which is reassuring for an outdoor wedding.
These are some of the bookings we take in Kidmore End and Reading:
- Food after the first dance
- Laid-back receptions
- Barn weddings
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
Nearby historic houses include Mapledurham House (2.3 miles south-west) and Greys Court (3.1 miles north-east). Grand venues like these generally set rules for outside caterers, so ask before you book.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Allergen information for each item
- How much space the van takes up
- When payment is due
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.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Planning wedding fish and chips in Kidmore End
Kidmore End is about 2 miles north-west of Caversham, in Reading. Kidmore End is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. Kidmore End is one of 34 places in Reading we cover.
After a ceremony at a church like Church of St John the Baptist, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in. It is worth telling train travellers that the nearest station is Tilehurst station, about 2.9 miles south-west.
Wherever your wedding is in RG4, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Butlers Orchard, Coopers Pightle and Wood Lane, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve weddings in Sonning Common (1 mile north-east), Peppard Hill (1 mile north), Kingwood Common (2 miles north), Rotherfield Peppard (2 miles north-east) and Shepherd's Green (3 miles north-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Norcot (4 miles south), West Reading (4 miles south), Tilehurst Within (4 miles south-west), Shinfield (7 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (10 miles south-east) and Horncastle (4 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (3.4 miles south) and Battle Hospital (3.4 miles south). The countryside around Kidmore End includes Sonning Hill and Hartslock.
- Local schools include Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge (0.5 miles north-east) and The Warwick School (0.5 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find Pack Horse Public House (0.8 miles south-west)
Common questions in Kidmore End
Can you serve after a service at Church of St John the Baptist?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How far is Kidmore End from London?
Roughly 39 miles from the centre of London.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
Can you park near the barn?
Your venue decides, but near the reception works best. A picture of the area helps.
Will guests take photos at the van?
Many couples love having it in the photos. If you’d rather not, we will park out of shot where possible.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children normally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
- 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