West Berkshire · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Midgham, West Berkshire
Wedding fish and chip van in Midgham: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Seaside-themed weddings
- Informal weddings
- Rustic farm weddings
A chip van near Midgham
Wedding fish and chip van in Midgham, fried fresh
The van parks near the marquee, barn or venue, and guests wander out to the hatch. It becomes a lovely moment in the evening. Typical bookings include second-day and after-party food and laid-back receptions, with sausage and chips, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
Rural weddings around Midgham have a magic of their own, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan access and a back-up spot in case of rain. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Where
- Midgham (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Towns and villages near Midgham
More for events in Midgham
Getting married in Midgham?
Midgham is about 2 miles east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. We serve weddings at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Midgham. We serve all 155 towns and villages across West Berkshire. Our bookings stretch from Midgham to Reading (10 miles away).
For outdoor photos, Thatcham Reed Beds is close by. Guests coming by rail will want to know that the closest railway station is Midgham station, roughly 1.2 miles east of the centre.
Here we cover the RG7 postcode area, so your wedding can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Birds Lane, School Hill and Church Hill, and the van can serve a wedding on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Close by, we cover weddings in Upper Bucklebury (1 mile north-west), Thatcham (2 miles west), Cold Ash (3 miles north-west), Ashmore Green (3 miles north-west) and Frilsham (4 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Newbury (5 miles west), Burghfield Common (6 miles east), Speenhamland (5 miles west), Hungerford (13 miles west), Spencers Wood (10 miles east) and Calcot (7 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Old Chapel Textile Centre (3.8 miles south-west) and Yattendon Castle (4.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Thatcham Reed Beds.
- Schools near Midgham include Kennet School (1.9 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Coach & Horses pub (less than half a mile south)
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
- Don’t forget your suppliers
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
Evening food typically goes out between about 8pm and 9:30pm, after the first dance.
A string of lights by the hatch makes a great photo.
Events we cater in Midgham
A chip van brings a relaxed, fun feel to the evening. Guests queue, chat and come back smiling.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Day-after gatherings
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Laid-back receptions
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
After a ceremony at a church like Church of St Matthew, many couples move to a marquee or hall nearby, which is where the van comes in.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether there’s a minimum
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
What a fish and chip van costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- How many people are eating
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How easy the site is to reach
- Service time
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Your date and serving time
- Allergies and diets you know about
Planning a fish and chip van for your wedding in Midgham? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Common questions in Midgham
Do you come out to small places like Midgham?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Which station is closest to Midgham?
Midgham station, about 1.2 miles east of the centre.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan service around it.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What areas do you cover?
We cover London and the South East, West Berkshire included. See all areas.
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. In general, we need:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Access wide and high enough for the van
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
Why choose a fish and chip van in Midgham?
Formal evening food costs more and slows the party down. A van keeps it relaxed. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Midgham hosts choose us
- Bookings across West Berkshire, including Midgham
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- A clear quote before booking
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
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. Winter weddings in Midgham are dark by about 4:00pm, so the route from the reception to the van needs lighting, while a June wedding has light until about 9:25pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Clear the route for the van
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Planning help
- 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