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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Cottonworth events
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Cottonworth and across Hampshire.
- Food for volunteers
- Community festivals
- Club open days
Planning an event in Cottonworth?
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Cottonworth
We bring the van and everything we need to cook, so we need little help from busy volunteers. We serve haddock and chips, cod and chips and chips, and we are frequently booked for community festivals and charity fundraisers and community events.
Near Cottonworth, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Food your guests will love
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Fried to order in the van, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
One good hot-food van can be enough at a smaller event, with cakes and teas alongside. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why book our van in Cottonworth
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- A quote that spells everything out
- A van that becomes part of the event
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
Working with your venue
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Cottonworth? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Event catering near Cottonworth
Cottonworth is about 4 miles south of Andover, in Hampshire. In and around Cottonworth, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We cover 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 17 miles away.
Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of St Mary the Less, are a natural home for a chip van. An event in Longstock Park means agreeing traders and vehicle routes with the landowner, typically the council.
This part of Hampshire takes in SP11, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Fullerton (1 mile south-west), Chilbolton (1 mile east), Wherwell (1 mile north-east), Wherwell Wood (1 mile north) and Leckford (1 mile south). Further out, we also take the van to Winchester (9 miles south-east), Eastleigh (14 miles south), Andover (4 miles north), Chandler's Ford (12 miles south), Romsey (11 miles south) and Hyde (9 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.4 miles north) and Andover Museum (3.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
- Pubs nearby include Abbots Mitre pub (0.8 miles east)
Common questions in Cottonworth
Which station is closest to Cottonworth?
The closest is Andover station, roughly 4.1 miles away.
Could you trade in Longstock Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Can the van park on grass?
Usually, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can the van come to Cottonworth?
Yes, we do. Cottonworth is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your visitors, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
It depends on the event: a pitch fee, a share of takings or a guaranteed minimum. We will agree it in writing.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Before you choose a spot
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Space for a queue away from paths
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- Somewhere firm if it rains
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your visitors instead.
Also near Cottonworth
More for events in Cottonworth
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- Service time
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
- How easy the site is to reach
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Getting an accurate quote
These details help us quote quickly:
- The address or venue name
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of where the van would go
- Where you’d like the van to go
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Cottonworth? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Events we cater in Cottonworth
It needs little from volunteers, because we bring what we need.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Village fêtes
- Festivals
- School fairs and sports days
For visitors coming by rail, Andover station, about 4.1 miles north, is the nearest station.
Before you book anyone
- The cancellation terms
- How many hours the van serves
- How late numbers can change
- Allergen information for each item
How the day works
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can get on with your event. Winter fairs in Cottonworth are dark by about 4:00pm, so we need a lit pitch; spring events have light until about 8:55pm by late May.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your visitors.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the van can get in
- Share the timings for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
Get a quote
Send us the date, the address or SP11 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. Just use our quote form.
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