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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Chilworth, Southampton
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van for events in Chilworth.
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Fundraisers
- Sports days
Fresh fish and chips in Chilworth
Chilworth events: pitches and permissions
Chilworth is about 2 miles south-west of Chandler's Ford, in Southampton. Give us the address of your event in Chilworth, and we will plan access and set-up. Chilworth is one of 40 towns and villages in Southampton where we bring the van.
If visitors are coming by train, Swaythling station, about 1.9 miles south-east, is the nearest station. School fairs, for a school like Cantell School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van. The coast is within about 5 miles of Chilworth, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.
Wherever your event is in SO16, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Heatherlands Road, Roman Road and Pinelands Road or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Chilworth we cover include Chilworth Old Village (1 mile north-west), Bassett (1 mile south), Lordswood (1 mile south-west), Highfield (2 miles south) and North Baddesley (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Southampton (3 miles south), Shirley (3 miles south), Regents Park (3 miles south-west), Townhill Park (3 miles south-east), Midanbury (3 miles south-east) and Thornhill (4 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Eastleigh Museum (2.5 miles east) and Marlands Shopping Centre (3.6 miles south). Open spaces near Chilworth include Flexford Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton (1.4 miles south-east)
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Chilworth
Country shows and field events suit a van, as long as there is a firm route onto the pitch. We are frequently asked to cater festivals and community open days, serving chips, curry sauce and cod and chips.
Rural events near Chilworth can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so a chip van is a welcome sight. Timings are planned around your event, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Location
- Chilworth (SO16)
- County
- Southampton
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Your choice of menu
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- Any minimum charge
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.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and time of the event
- Dietary needs, with numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will check the date and send a price.
Places near Chilworth
What else we do in Chilworth
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Most events have a burger van. A chip van gives visitors something different. There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why book with us
- No kitchen needed
- A clear quote before you book
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Step by step
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Evening events in Chilworth have light until about 9:25pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Planning help
FAQs for Chilworth
Can you come to a school fair in Chilworth?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the van would go.
Can you serve near the sea around Chilworth?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for visitors.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Can the van come to our fair?
Yes, where the date suits. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so contact us early.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a picture.
Who books fish and chip van for events in Chilworth?
Hot food keeps families around.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around Chilworth:
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Feeding event crew
- Fundraisers
- Festivals
Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of St Denys, are a natural home for a chip van.
Comparing caterers
- How much space the van takes up
- How many hours the van serves
- Whether there is a minimum
- The deposit and payment dates
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Share pitch details
- Display allergens for each stall
- Have other stalls for special diets
- Agree how we’ll be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch, at the agreed time.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
Working with your venue
Hosting at home? Send a picture of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Takeaway run or book a van?
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.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it is hot, crisp and generous.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
- 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