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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Alscot, Buckinghamshire
Fish and chip van for events in Alscot: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Fundraisers
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Crew and volunteer catering
Fish and chip van for events in Alscot
Fish and chip van for events in Alscot, fried fresh
Give us the date, pitch and expected numbers, and we will tell you quickly whether we can come. Popular choices include cod and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater fish and chip supper nights and feeding event crew.
At a fête or show near Alscot, a chip van brings hot food to a rural site. Tell us about the ground and the way in. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Area
- Alscot (HP27)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
The process
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and we serve hot from the hatch at the agreed time. Summer events in Alscot have daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer and about 7:05pm by late September, which helps evening trading. For winter events, dark by about 3:55pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- 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.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your visitors.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Make sure the van can get in
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Make sure allergen information is available
- Have other stalls for special diets
- Agree who removes waste
When the event closes, we pack up.
A spot near the entrance or main ring works well.
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What else we do in Alscot
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Cod, haddock or both
- The minimum booking
- The length of service
- The date and time of year
The date matters too: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Expected numbers
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where the van would park
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Who books fish and chip van for events in Alscot?
Organisers book a chip van because it is one of the most popular stalls at any fête.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Sports days
- Horse and dog shows
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Feeding event crew
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as St Teresa's Church, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
What to look for in a quote
- The deposit and payment dates
- If the price includes VAT
- Allergen information for each item
- What happens if plans change
Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- Information about power and water
- A clear route onto the pitch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
Alscot events: pitches and permissions
Alscot is about 6 miles east of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. In and around Alscot, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your visitors. Alscot is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 17 miles away.
School fairs, for a school like Princes Risborough Primary School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van. For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Monks Risborough station, about 0.5 miles north-east. Within about 5 miles is the Chilterns National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
Events anywhere in HP27 start with a parking spot for the van. If your venue is just outside Alscot, we also cover Monks Risborough (1 mile east), Princes Risborough (1 mile south-east), Longwick (1 mile west), Askett (1 mile north-east) and Meadle (1 mile north). Further out, we also take the van to Aylesbury (6 miles north), High Wycombe (8 miles south-east), Chesham (10 miles east), Marlow (11 miles south), Amersham (11 miles east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles south-east).
A little further out are Stoke Mandeville Hospital (4.8 miles north) and Great Kimble Dial Hill (1.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Alscot include Beacon Hill and Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Alscot include Princes Risborough School (1 mile south-east)
- Local pubs include The Whiteleaf Cross pub (0.7 miles south-east)
About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it is a favourite with children.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, great with chips and sausages.
For event organisers in Alscot
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Common questions in Alscot
Which station is closest to Alscot?
Monks Risborough station, about 0.5 miles north-east of the centre.
Do you trade at school fairs around Alscot?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is normally easier; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Do you come to Alscot?
We do. We serve events in Alscot and across Buckinghamshire. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what we need.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your visitors, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan service around it.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Alscot?
At a small fête, one good trader may be all you need, with cakes and teas alongside. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why Alscot hosts choose us
- Something for visitors to gather round
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- No surprises in your quote
See how we price and the cost guide.
- 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