Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Botley, Hampshire
Bring the chip shop to your event in Botley. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Horse and dog shows
- Music and food festivals
- Charity fundraisers and community events
Fish and chip van for events for Botley events
Takeaway run or book a van?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Botley
Organisers can book us as a trader, or to feed crew and volunteers. Typical bookings include fundraisers and church fêtes, serving mushy peas, sausage and chips and cod and chips.
Events near Botley are frequently volunteer-run, so a trader who brings everything is a bonus. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Botley?
Organisers book a chip van because it is one of the most popular stalls at any fête.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Botley and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Agricultural and country shows
- School fairs and sports days
- Sports club events and race days
- Community open days
School fairs, for a school like Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van.
Comparing caterers
- How much space the van takes up
- When payment is due
- Any minimum charge
- The cancellation terms
Towns and villages near Botley
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What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The date and time of year
- How far we travel
- Cod, haddock or both
- How many people are eating
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Where the van would park
- The address or venue name
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability right away.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- What’s available on the pitch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
Fairs, fêtes and events in Botley
Botley is about 1 mile east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Events in Botley are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Botley is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van.
For visitors coming by rail, Botley station, about 0.8 miles east, is the nearest station. Running a fête for a church like Church of All Saints? A chip van draws people in. With the sea within about 5 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events.
Events anywhere in SO30 start with a parking spot for the van. Streets in the area include High Street, Boswell Close and Bailey Close, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Main roads around Botley include the A334, so getting the van to your event is simple. Close by, we cover events in Boorley Green (1 mile north), Curdridge (2 miles east), Curbridge (2 miles south-east), Durley (2 miles north) and Horton Heath (3 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (10 miles north), Gosport (9 miles south-east), Havant (13 miles east), Eastleigh (5 miles north-west), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (12 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Moorgreen Hospital (2.2 miles north-west) and Netley Castle (4.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Botley includes Swanwick Lakes.
- Schools near Botley include Wildern School (1.2 miles west) and Wildern School (1.2 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Dolphin Hotel The Dolphin Public House (less than half a mile east)
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
How the day works
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your event. Summer fêtes in Botley have long light evenings, with sunset about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late September the light goes at about 7:10pm.
- It starts with your event and pitch details.
- We confirm the date, what we need on the pitch and any documents.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch through the event.
- We clear the pitch when the event closes.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
Not sure of numbers yet? That is fine: tell us the basics about your event, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Botley? Fish and chips is a reliable crowd-pleaser. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
At bigger events, a chip van works alongside other traders and spreads the queues. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why us?
- Hot food handed straight over
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Something for visitors to gather round
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Common questions in Botley
Is Botley close to London?
About 65 miles from central London.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
What do you bring?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
What happens if it rains?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
How big a pitch do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, and room for a queue. Mention any power or water.
- 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