Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events in East Stratton
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your event makes the food a highlight of your event in East Stratton.
- Summer fairs
- Church fêtes
- Festivals
Planning an event in East Stratton?
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Fish and chip van for events in East Stratton, cooked to order
A hot-food van gives families a reason to stay longer, which is good for every other stall. Whether it’s sports tournaments and fish and chip supper nights, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
At a fête or show near East Stratton, a chip van brings hot food to a rural site. Ground and access matter, so tell us about them. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before booking.
Nearby places to East Stratton
What else we do in East Stratton
East Stratton questions
Is East Stratton close to London?
Roughly 54 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is East Stratton too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for visitors are worth planning.
How long are you on site?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, Hampshire included. See all areas.
Can the van park on grass?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Burger vans are common at events. Fish and chips adds variety. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
What you get with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- A clear quote before you book
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Running an event in East Stratton
East Stratton is about 8 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. For an event in East Stratton, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass. East Stratton is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 18 miles away.
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Micheldever station, about 2.5 miles north-west.
For events in SO21, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Streets in the area include Stratton Close, Stratton Lane and Baring Close, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Other places close to East Stratton we cover include Micheldever (2 miles west), Northbrook (2 miles west), Totford (2 miles south-east), Northington (2 miles south-east) and Brown Candover (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (9 miles north-east), Winchester (8 miles south-west), Eastleigh (14 miles south), Andover (12 miles west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south-west) and Alton (11 miles east).
A little further out are Barton Castle (4.9 miles east).
- Pubs nearby include The Northbrook Arms (less than half a mile north-west)
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- A clear route onto the pitch
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
About the food
Sausage and chips
For anyone who does not fancy fish, there is sausage and chips, and it is a favourite with children.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. It is battered and fried to order.
Step by step
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we’re there in good time before you want to eat. Summer events in East Stratton have daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer and about 7:10pm by late September, so evening trading usually finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in East Stratton? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Occasions we serve in East Stratton
We keep cooking in the rain.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Community festivals
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Charity fundraisers and community events
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of All Saints, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
Questions to ask before you book
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether VAT is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- When final numbers are due
Working with your venue
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Planning for dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. Our advice:
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
- Make sure allergen information is available
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Agree how we will be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
At the end, we pack down and leave the pitch clean.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
- 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