Oxfordshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Childrey, Oxfordshire
Looking for a fish and chip van for your event in Childrey? The van comes to your venue, home or workplace and fry fresh while your visitors queue at the hatch.
- School summer fairs
- Food for volunteers
- Horse and dog shows
A chip van near Childrey
Fish and chip van for events in Childrey, fried fresh
We trade at village fêtes, school fairs, sports days, festivals and shows. For horse and dog shows and crew and volunteer catering, we can cook sausage and chips, curry sauce and cod and chips for your guests.
At a field event near Childrey, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Area
- Childrey (OX12)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Planners, venues and businesses
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Childrey
Childrey is about 2 miles west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. From the centre of Childrey to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Childrey is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Childrey to Oxford (16 miles away).
PTAs at schools such as The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School often want one reliable hot-food stall. Events in and around the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, within about 6 miles of Childrey, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
Events anywhere in OX12 start with a parking spot for the van and a serving time. That could mean an event at a home on High Street, Hollow Way and Stowhill or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Childrey we cover include West Challow (1 mile north-east), East Challow (1 mile east), Letcombe Regis (1 mile south-east), Letcombe Bassett (2 miles south-east) and Wantage (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Didcot (10 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north), Carterton (14 miles north), Grove (3 miles north-east) and Faringdon (7 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (3.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Childrey includes Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
- Schools near Childrey include King Alfred's (2.2 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Hatchet Public House (within half a mile south)
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Cakes and sandwiches are popular, but hot food brings people in on cooler days. A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
Step by step
Service is quick: everything is handed over hot from the hatch, and people can eat where they like. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Summer events in Childrey have daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer and about 7:10pm by late September, which helps evening trading. For winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Organisers send us the event, the dates and the pitch details.
- You get our pitch needs and a quick answer on availability.
- We arrive at the agreed time and set up on the pitch.
- We trade from the hatch all event, frying to order.
- We clear the pitch when the event closes.
How to prepare
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Share the timings for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Space for a queue away from paths
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- What’s available on the pitch
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger visitors and fish-dodgers, especially with curry sauce.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Childrey?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers.
These are some of the bookings we take around Childrey:
- Festivals
- Food for volunteers
- School summer fairs
- Church fêtes
A summer fête at Church of St Mary is the classic setting for a fish and chip van.
What to look for in a quote
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- How late numbers can change
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Any minimum charge
FAQs for Childrey
How far is Childrey from London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London.
Do you come out to small places like Childrey?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
What about visitors who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes. Tell us how many and when, and we’ll quote.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Can you come to a school event?
We do. We’ll agree access before the children arrive.
How much does a fish and chip van for your event cost in Childrey?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- How far we travel
- The menu and how many choices
- The day of the week
- The length of service
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Your date and serving time
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A photo of the space and the way in
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Towns and villages near Childrey
What else we do in Childrey
DIY versus a fish and chip van
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. 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 normally 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