Wokingham · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire for Emmbrook events
Treat your guests to fresh fish and chips at your event in Emmbrook. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Company team days
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Festive get-togethers
A chip van near Emmbrook
Fish and chip van hire in Emmbrook, fried fresh
There is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. All it needs is a level spot it can reach, which suits drives, yards, car parks and firm lawns. We’re frequently asked to cater Fêtes, fairs and school events and work Christmas parties, with gravy, cod and chips and pie and chips.
For a place the size of Emmbrook, your own drive is often the best spot: no venue hire, and nobody stuck cooking. Tell us about access down the lane or drive. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Common questions in Emmbrook
We are gathering after a service at Woosehill Community Church: can you come?
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 typically elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
Which station is closest to Emmbrook?
Wokingham station, about 0.9 miles south-east of the centre.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Can the van come to Emmbrook?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Emmbrook and the rest of Wokingham. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options.
Which fish do you use?
Both are on our menu; tell us which you’d like for your event.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
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What affects the price in Emmbrook
These are the factors that matter most:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The number of meals
- Cod, haddock or both
- The length of service
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Where the van would park
- The venue or postcode
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Dietary needs, with numbers
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your event. We handle the cooking and serving. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Emmbrook, it stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 3:55pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- 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.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Emmbrook, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
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Perfect for your event in Emmbrook
A fish and chip van suits almost any crowd, from children to grandparents. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Emmbrook book the van for occasions like:
- Garden get-togethers
- Milestone birthday parties
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Work Christmas parties
For anyone arriving by rail, the nearest station is Wokingham station, about 0.9 miles south-east.
What to look for in a quote
- Any minimum charge
- When payment is due
- If the price includes VAT
- A clear list of what’s included
A fish and chip van in Emmbrook: local details
Emmbrook is about 1 mile north of Wokingham, in Wokingham. We serve events at homes, halls, workplaces and venues in Emmbrook and nearby villages. Emmbrook is one of 35 towns and villages in Wokingham where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Emmbrook to Reading (about 6 miles away).
Churches such as Woosehill Community Church rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by generally does. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Emmbrook Infant School, can book the van as a food stall.
Here we cover the RG41 and RG40 postcode area. Streets in the area include Marks Road, Walter Road and Ashton Road, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. For events just outside Emmbrook, we cover Woosehill (1 mile south), Wokingham (1 mile south), Winnersh (1 mile north-west), Sindlesham (1 mile west) and Hurst (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include 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). As one of the bigger places in Wokingham, Emmbrook has plenty of venues, halls and workplaces.
Other landmarks nearby include Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (1.5 miles west) and Wokingham Hospital (0.9 miles south). The countryside around Emmbrook includes Holt Copse & Joel Park and Sonning Hill.
- Local schools include The Emmbrook School (less than half a mile south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Emmbrook Inn (within half a mile south)
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
- Have a back-up for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Give us separate numbers for children
The fryers take a little while to heat, so we arrive well before service. If timings shift, we adapt.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
What the van needs
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
A fish and chip van or other catering?
If you want something everyone will enjoy, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice for your event in Emmbrook. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
What you get with us
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- Quick service from the hatch
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A quote that spells everything out
For event organisers in Emmbrook
Organising a club, school or community event in Emmbrook? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we’ll take it from there.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
For anyone who doesn’t fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and children love it.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has loyal fans: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
- 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