Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Crockerhill, Hampshire
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your event in Crockerhill and the surrounding area.
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Country shows
- Sports tournaments
Fresh fish and chips in Crockerhill
Space, access and the venue
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- A queue area clear of rides and games
- A clear route onto the pitch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
About our fish and chip van for events in Crockerhill
When there’s hot food, people stay longer. For country shows and community open days, we’ll put together a menu of curry sauce, chips and mushy peas and more.
Rural events near Crockerhill can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so a chip van is a welcome sight. Food is served straight from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and service is quick once we’re up and running.
Allergies and dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
Crew food is served at the agreed time.
A few benches near the van help.
Crockerhill: your questions answered
Can you serve near the sea around Crockerhill?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
How far is Crockerhill from London?
About 63 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Do you trade at schools?
Yes. We will need a safe route onto the site away from children.
How much space do you need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a photo.
Do you come to Crockerhill?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and Crockerhill is within our area and the rest of Hampshire. To check your date, fill in our quote form.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
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The process
Changes on the day are fine: we’ll adjust start times and pace. In Crockerhill, a midsummer event stays light until about 9:20pm, but by late September the light goes at about 7:10pm, so evening trading may need lights.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance.
- On the day, everything is cooked to order, so nothing sits in a hot cabinet.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
Get a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability straight away.
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A fish and chip van or other catering?
For a reliable crowd-pleaser, a chip van is hard to beat. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Why book our van in Crockerhill
- Classic food your visitors already know
- A clear quote before you book
- We cover Crockerhill and the whole of Hampshire
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Food your guests will love
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is a favourite in colder months.
For event organisers in Crockerhill
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Crockerhill
Crockerhill is about 2 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. For events in Crockerhill, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We cover 683 places across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 10 miles away.
Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of St Nicholas, are a natural home for a chip van. PTAs at schools such as The Henry Cort Community College often want one reliable hot-food stall. With the sea within about 6 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.
We serve events across the PO17 postcode area. We also bring the van to events in Welborne (1 mile west), Wickham Common (1 mile north-east), North Fareham (1 mile south), Hundred Acres (2 miles north-east) and North Boarhunt (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Winchester (14 miles north-west), Gosport (6 miles south), Havant (9 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Horndean (8 miles east) and Totton (14 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Knowle Hospital (1 mile west) and Carron Row Farm Museum (2.8 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Crockerhill?
Almost every visitor likes fish and chips.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We’re often booked for:
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Fundraisers
- Community festivals
- Village fêtes
For anyone arriving by train, the nearest station is Fareham station, about 2.1 miles south.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and deposit
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- A clear list of what’s included
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The length of service
- How far we travel
- Access and parking
- Whether a minimum applies
Larger groups normally cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The date and time of the event
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
- 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