Oxfordshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Brighthampton, Oxfordshire
Fish and chip van for events in Brighthampton: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Country shows
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Community festivals
A chip van near Brighthampton
Fish and chip van for events in Brighthampton, cooked to order
Food is fried to order, so nothing sits waiting. We serve sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater agricultural and country shows and fish and chip supper nights.
A fête near Brighthampton might be on a field with no mains power; tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Area
- Brighthampton (OX29)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Questions from Brighthampton
Can you come to a school fair in Brighthampton?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Send us the date and where the van would go.
Is Brighthampton too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you do school fairs and sports days?
Yes. We’ll agree access before the children arrive.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
What does the pitch need?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we’ll check it works.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes, at a time that suits your schedule.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
Running an event in Brighthampton
Brighthampton is about 4 miles south-east of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your event in Brighthampton will be, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. We take the van to 443 places across Oxfordshire. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 9 miles away.
A school like Mulberry Bush School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
We serve events across the OX29 postcode area. Local streets include Aston Road, Abingdon Road and Malthouse Lane; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. If your venue is just outside Brighthampton, we also cover Standlake (1 mile east), Hardwick (2 miles north), Stanton Harcourt (2 miles north-east), Ducklington (3 miles north-west) and South Leigh (3 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Oxford (9 miles east), Didcot (12 miles south-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles south-east), Witney (4 miles north-west), Carterton (7 miles north-west) and Wantage (10 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Hinton Waldrist Castle (2.8 miles south). Open spaces near Brighthampton include Hitchcopse Pit.
- Nearby schools include Standlake Church of England Primary School (0.9 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Black Horse Public House (0.7 miles south-east)
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Your choice of menu
- Access and parking
- How long we serve
- Travel, tolls and road charges
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Details that help
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A picture of where the van would go
- Roughly how many people, including children
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Display allergens for each stall
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
- Agree who removes waste
- Set a time for helpers’ food
We set up before visitors arrive, at the agreed time.
Put the van near the entrance or the tea tent.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
Places near Brighthampton
What else we do in Brighthampton
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Cakes and sandwiches are popular, but hot food is a draw when it’s cool. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why book our van in Brighthampton
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- No surprises in your quote
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A van that becomes part of the event
See our pricing and the cost guide.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Brighthampton? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we will suggest how it could work.
Before you choose a spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- Confirmation the van can trade there
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
What happens on the day
We arrive on time, parks where we agreed. When the fryers are up to heat, service starts at the time you asked for. In Brighthampton, a midsummer event stays light until about 9:30pm, but by late September the light goes at about 7:10pm, so evening trading may need lights.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Plan where the queue will stand
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
Related guides
- 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