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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Clerkenwell
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your event in Clerkenwell.
- Country shows
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Crew and volunteer catering
Planning an event in Clerkenwell?
Perfect for your event in Clerkenwell
It needs little from volunteers, because we bring what we need.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Clerkenwell, people book us for occasions like:
- Village fêtes
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Sports club events and race days
- Food for volunteers
For anyone arriving by train, Clerkenwell has its own station, Farringdon station.
What your quote should include
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- Whether travel is included
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The deposit and payment dates
How our fish and chip van for events works in Clerkenwell
Food is fried to order, so nothing sits waiting. For crew and volunteer catering and church fêtes, we can cook haddock and chips, mushy peas and cod and chips and more.
In Clerkenwell, a chip van suits school fairs and street parties. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Area
- Clerkenwell (N1, EC1V, WC1X)
- County
- Greater London
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Fairs, fêtes and events in Clerkenwell
Clerkenwell is about 2 miles north of London, in Greater London. Bookings in Clerkenwell come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Clerkenwell is one of 764 places in Greater London where we bring the van.
An event in King Square Gardens means agreeing traders and vehicle routes with the landowner, normally the council. Church fêtes, at churches such as St James's Church, are a natural home for a chip van.
Events anywhere in N1, EC1V and WC1X start with a parking spot for the van. From Long Lane, City Road and Noel Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. With the A1 and A5201 close by, Clerkenwell is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Farringdon (1 mile south), Angel (1 mile north), Smithfield (1 mile south), Holborn (1 mile south-west) and St Pancras (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Kensington (5 miles south-west), Walthamstow (5 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (14 miles west), Brompton (3 miles south-west) and Stockwell (4 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find County of London (0.9 miles south-east) and Museum of Funeral History (less than half a mile west). Green spaces nearby include St. James's Park Lake and Ludgate Hill.
- Schools near Clerkenwell include Tech City College (within half a mile north-east) and Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School (0.6 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Sekforde pub (under half a mile south)
- Local facilities include Barts Health Archives (0.6 miles south)
Allergies and dietary needs
With a little notice, diets are easier to plan for. Our advice:
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
- Agree the terms in writing
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
Mark out the queue area away from walkways, especially near rides and games.
Tables and seating nearby help families eat.
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish, perfect with gravy.
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What affects the price in Clerkenwell
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Any minimum charge
- The day of the week
- Numbers
- How far we travel
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.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- A picture of where the van would go
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Working with your venue
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Common questions in Clerkenwell
Can the van park in King Square Gardens?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first.
Can you come to a school fair in Clerkenwell?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
How long will the queue be?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Do you need power or water?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll say what we need.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do you bring everything you need?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
Can the van come to our fair?
Send us the event details, dates and pitch information and we’ll let you know if we are available.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
The process
We work to your timings. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you are ready, so the food is still fresh when it is served. For an evening event in Clerkenwell, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your visitors.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the van can get in
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Where the van can park in Clerkenwell
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- What’s available on the pitch
- Access that avoids crowds
As a London location, Clerkenwell is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking takes planning: let us know about off-street space or permits.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Clerkenwell
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Mushy peas
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
- 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