Oxfordshire · England
Wedding fish and chip van in Shellingford, Oxfordshire
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your wedding turns food into part of your wedding in Shellingford.
- Engagement celebrations
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Second-day and after-party food
Fresh fish and chips in Shellingford
How our wedding fish and chip van works in Shellingford
Some evening guests arrive without having eaten, and day guests ate hours ago. Hot food fried to order looks after both. For engagement celebrations and vow renewal parties, we’ll put together a menu of curry sauce, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
There is something special about a country wedding near Shellingford, and evening fish and chips adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Location
- Shellingford (SN7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your wedding in Shellingford
Is Shellingford close to London?
About 63 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Faith: 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. Tell us where you’ll gather.
What time will you serve?
Whenever suits your day. Most couples go for just after the first dance.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will tell you what’s in each item.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Is there a non-fish option?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Planning the van’s spot
If a spot is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Shellingford
- Curry sauce
- Evening fish and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
How the day works
Changes on the day are fine: we can start a little later or slow the pace. At a December wedding in Shellingford, it is dark by about 4:00pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the van, while a June wedding has light until about 9:30pm.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Related guides
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Wedding venues and ceremonies near Shellingford
Shellingford is about 6 miles north-west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. We park up at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Shellingford and nearby villages. We cover 443 places in Oxfordshire. We serve events right across the region, from Shellingford to Oxford (about 15 miles away).
Wedding photographers in the area often head for Badbury Hill.
Wherever your wedding is in SN7, we can bring the van to you. We can serve a wedding on streets such as Church Street and Fernham Road or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Shellingford we cover include Stanford in the Vale (1 mile east), Hatford (2 miles north-east), Baulking (2 miles south), Bow (2 miles east) and Fernham (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Oxford (15 miles north-east), Didcot (13 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles east), Witney (10 miles north), Carterton (9 miles north) and Wantage (6 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Faringdon Castle (1.9 miles north-west) and Faringdon Museum (2.2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Badbury Hill.
- Schools near Shellingford include Faringdon Community College (2.2 miles west)
More for events in Shellingford
Why choose a fish and chip van in Shellingford?
For evening food with a bit of fun, a chip van is hard to beat. 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 Shellingford hosts choose us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Events in Shellingford and across Oxfordshire
Read how we price or the cost guide.
How we price a fish and chip van for your wedding
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Numbers
- The minimum booking
- Distance and any road charges
- Access and parking
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
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Your date and serving time
- The venue or postcode
Each quote is put together for your wedding. Give us your date first, and we will check availability straight away.
Perfect for your wedding in Shellingford
A chip van brings a relaxed, fun feel to the evening. The hatch becomes a meeting point.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Pre-wedding get-togethers
- Vow renewals and anniversaries
- Second-day and after-party food
- Informal weddings
If you are marrying at a church near Shellingford, such as Church of St Faith, and holding the reception nearby, the van can serve evening food there.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is included
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any minimum charge
- The van’s size and access needs
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Give us a contact for the day who is not the couple
- Check your venue’s rules on outside caterers early
It’s kind to include suppliers working late when you give us numbers.
A string of lights by the hatch makes a great photo.
- 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