West Berkshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Bagshot, West Berkshire
Fish and chip van for events in Bagshot: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Community open days
- School fairs and sports days
- Church fêtes
Planning an event in Bagshot?
Bagshot events: pitches and permissions
Bagshot is in West Berkshire. For an event in Bagshot, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Bagshot is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. You can also see our page for Reading, about 25 miles away.
Running a fête for a church like Church of the Good Shepherd? A chip van draws people in. A school like John O'Gaunt School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
We take the van to events all over the RG17 postcode area. Close by, we cover events in Woodside (6 miles south). Larger places within reach include Newbury (10 miles east), Thatcham (12 miles east), Speenhamland (10 miles east), Lambourn (9 miles north), Shaw (10 miles east) and Kingsclere (14 miles east).
A little further out are Bedwyn Stone Museum (2.6 miles west). The countryside around Bagshot includes Kintbury Newt Ponds and Inkpen Hill.
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Bagshot
We bring the van and everything we need to cook, so we need little help from busy volunteers. Typical bookings include club open days and church fêtes, with mushy peas, haddock and chips and cod and chips.
At a field event near Bagshot, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
- Where
- Bagshot (RG17)
- County
- West Berkshire
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
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About the food
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Bagshot? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Where the van can park in Bagshot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- A hard-standing or firm grass pitch
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Bagshot
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
Common questions in Bagshot
Which station is closest to Bagshot?
The closest is Bedwyn station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Do you trade at school fairs around Bagshot?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac visitors when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do we need to provide anything?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we will say what we need.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Bagshot?
It is a hot meal for helpers as well.
In Bagshot and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Sports days
- Country shows
- Community open days
If visitors are coming by train, the closest railway station is Bedwyn station, roughly 2.4 miles west of the centre.
What your quote should include
- Whether travel is included
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- Payment terms and deposit
- Exactly what’s included in the price
A chip van compared with other options
Burger vans are common at events. Fish and chips adds variety. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why book our van in Bagshot
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Hot food handed straight over
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
What happens on the day
The van turns up at the agreed time, parks where we agreed. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. For an evening event in Bagshot, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Share the timings for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
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Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. We suggest:
- Agree how we will be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch.
Put the van near the entrance or the tea tent.
Takeaway run or book a van?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
- 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