Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Charlwood, Hampshire
Treat your visitors to fresh fish and chips at your event in Charlwood. The van arrives, the fryers go on and everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Club open days
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Community open days
Book the van in Charlwood
How it works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Summer events in Charlwood have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:10pm by late September, which helps evening trading. Winter fairs, dark by about 4:00pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
Ask for a quote
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Charlwood? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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How our fish and chip van for events works in Charlwood
Send us the event details and the pitch information, and we will tell you quickly whether we can come. We serve sausage and chips, haddock and chips and cod and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater church fêtes and village fêtes.
For a village fête or field event near Charlwood, we can bring hot food to a field. Tell us about the ground and the way in. We serve from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
What a fish and chip van costs
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Cod, haddock or both
- How long we serve
- The minimum booking
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- The venue or postcode
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The date and time of the event
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in our quote form.
About the food
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Organising for someone else?
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
For a reliable crowd-pleaser, a fish and chip van is a great choice. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. We will send you a quote.
Why book our van in Charlwood
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A quote that spells everything out
- We cover Charlwood and the whole of Hampshire
- Classic food your visitors already know
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Running an event in Charlwood
Charlwood is about 6 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. Wherever your event is in the SO24 area, we can bring the van to you. We serve all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Charlwood to Southampton (about 19 miles away).
Within about 7 miles is the South Downs National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
Wherever your event is in SO24, we can bring the van to you. Other places close to Charlwood we cover include Monkwood (1 mile south-west), Kitwood (1 mile north-west), Gilbert Street (1 mile north-west), Ropley (2 miles west) and West Tisted (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (13 miles north), Winchester (12 miles west), Havant (15 miles south), Eastleigh (15 miles south-west), Horndean (12 miles south) and Alton (6 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Alton Community Hospital (4.7 miles north-east). The countryside around Charlwood includes Red Hill and Shutts Copse.
Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- A queue area clear of rides and games
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Diets, allergies and planning
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Make sure allergen information is available
- Give us an idea of numbers
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch, at the agreed time.
A few benches near the van help.
FAQs for Charlwood
Is Charlwood too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will give you the allergen information and what we can offer.
Who clears up?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
How much does a fish and chip van for your event cost in Charlwood?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
How big a pitch do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, and room for a queue. Tell us about power and water.
Can the van park on the street?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
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Perfect for your event in Charlwood
A chip van is reliably one of the busiest pitches at any fête.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Agricultural and country shows
- Sports club events and race days
- Village fêtes
Running a fête for a church like Monkwood Mission Church? A chip van draws people in.
What your quote should include
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How many hours the van serves
- How late numbers can change
- VAT, if it applies
- 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