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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Bembridge events
Fish and chip van for events in Bembridge: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Fundraisers
- Agricultural and country shows
- School fairs and sports days
Fresh fish and chips in Bembridge
How our fish and chip van for events works in Bembridge
We bring the van and everything we need to cook, which helps volunteer-run events. Typical bookings include food for volunteers and summer fairs, with mushy peas, chips and cod and chips.
In Bembridge, one popular trader keeps it simple. Fish and chips does exactly that. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, not cooked earlier and kept warm, and served the moment it comes out of the fryer.
- Where
- Bembridge (PO35)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
At larger events, a van adds to the mix. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
What you get with us
- Events in Bembridge and across the Isle of Wight
- Classic food your visitors already know
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Working with your venue
Venues frequently 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 confirm what we can provide.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Parking and the way in
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The number of meals
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The address or venue name
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Bembridge? Send us the details and we will come back with a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
Running an event in Bembridge
Bembridge is about 4 miles south-east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. For an event in Bembridge, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields in and around Bembridge. We cover 125 places across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 21 miles away.
For visitors coming by rail, Brading station is about 2.4 miles away. A summer fête at Bembridge Methodist Church is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. With the sea within about 4 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events.
For events in PO35, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. From High Street, Church Road and Station Road or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. For events just outside Bembridge, we cover Foreland Fields (1 mile south-east), Hillway (1 mile south-west), St Helens (1 mile north-west), Gaskins (2 miles west) and Nettlestone (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (9 miles west), Ryde (4 miles north-west), Cowes (11 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south-west), Shanklin (6 miles south-west) and Ventnor (8 miles south-west). Remote sites take a little more planning, so contact us in good time.
Other landmarks nearby include Lilliput Museum of Antique Dolls And Toys (2.6 miles west) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (5.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Bembridge include Bembridge Down and Brading Marshes RSPB reserve.
- Schools near Bembridge include Bembridge School (0.6 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Windmill Hotel (less than half a mile south-east)
How the day works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your event. Winter fairs in Bembridge are dark by about 4:00pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there is light until about 8:55pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
FAQs for Bembridge
What’s the nearest station to Bembridge?
The closest is Brading station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Do you trade at school fairs around Bembridge?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the van would go.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac visitors when you enquire, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How do you charge at fêtes?
We’ll talk it through when you send the details, and we’ll find something that works.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we’ll take it from there.
What do you need on the pitch?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we will check it works.
Towns and villages near Bembridge
What else we do in Bembridge
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Space for a queue away from paths
- Details of any power or water on site
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
For somewhere as remote as Bembridge, early notice helps us plan the trip.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Bembridge
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order.
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there’s sausage and chips, and it’s a favourite with children.
Allergies and dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Plan something for visitors we can’t cater for
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
Crew food is served at the agreed time.
Put the van near the entrance or the tea tent.
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
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.
- 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