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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Hailey, Oxfordshire
Fish and chip van for events in Hailey: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Agricultural and country shows
- Fundraisers
- Food for volunteers
Fish and chip van for events for Hailey events
Fairs, fêtes and events in Hailey
Hailey is about 2 miles north of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in OX29, we can fry fresh for your visitors. We serve all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 12 miles away.
For anyone arriving by train, the closest railway station is Finstock station, roughly 2.9 miles north of the centre. PTAs at schools such as Hailey Church of England Primary School often want one reliable hot-food stall.
For events in OX29, we just need to know where the van can park. We can serve an event on streets such as Fishers Close, Hicks Close and Giernalls Road or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Hailey we cover include Delly End (1 mile north-east), Poffley End (1 mile south-east), New Yatt (2 miles east), Ramsden (2 miles north) and North Leigh (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (12 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (13 miles south-east), Carterton (5 miles south-west), Grove (14 miles south), Faringdon (12 miles south) and Kidlington (9 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Cogges Manor Farm Museum (2.1 miles south). Open spaces near Hailey include Blenheim Farm.
- Nearby schools include The King's School (1.3 miles south-east) and Wood Green School (1.7 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Lamb And Flag Public House (under half a mile south-east)
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Hailey
Organisers can book us as a trader, or to feed crew and volunteers. For music and food festivals and village fêtes, we’ll put together a menu of cod and chips, curry sauce and chips.
For a village fête or field event near Hailey, we can bring hot food to a field. Tell us about the ground and the way in. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Area
- Hailey (OX29)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Display allergens for each stall
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- 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.
How the day works
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Visitors generally gather round the hatch as soon as we open. Evening events in Hailey have light until about 9:30pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your visitors.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Getting a price
To get a price, 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.
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Occasions we serve in Hailey
We keep cooking in the rain.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Hailey, people book us for events such as:
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Club open days
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Festivals
Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of St John the Evangelist, are a natural home for a chip van.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the price includes, item by item
- When final numbers are due
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Most events have a burger van. A chip van gives visitors something different. Larger groups usually cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book our van in Hailey
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Quick service from the hatch
Take a look at our pricing or the cost guide.
Also near Hailey
Also in Hailey
DIY versus a fish and chip van
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Questions from Hailey
What’s the nearest station to Hailey?
The closest is Finstock station, roughly 2.9 miles away.
How far is Hailey from London?
Roughly 64 miles from the centre of London.
Do you trade at schools?
Yes. We will agree access before the children arrive.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
What happens if it rains?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
That varies: a pitch fee, a share of takings or a guaranteed minimum. We’ll agree terms before the day.
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
What affects the price in Hailey
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How many people are eating
- The day of the week
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Access and parking
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Where the event is
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- A hard-standing or firm grass pitch
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- A queue area clear of rides and games
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- 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