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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Heckfield Heath
Fish and chip van for events in Heckfield Heath: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Church fêtes
- Horse and dog shows
- Sports club events and race days
Fish and chip van for events in Heckfield Heath
How our fish and chip van for events works in Heckfield Heath
Fêtes, school fairs, festivals and shows all suit a chip van, from small community events to bigger crowds. For fundraisers and village fêtes and summer fairs, we will put together a menu of cod and chips, chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
A fête near Heckfield Heath might be on a field with no mains power; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will be straight with you about what we can do.
Step by step
We do not cook ahead. Fish is battered and fried when people come up to the hatch, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. Winter fairs in Heckfield Heath are dark by about 3:55pm, so we need a lit pitch; spring events have light until about 8:55pm by late May.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your visitors.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Give us a contact for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
Getting a price
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
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FAQs for Heckfield Heath
Do you come out to small places like Heckfield Heath?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Heckfield Heath from London?
About 39 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
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.
What can visitors choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we’ll explain the options before you book.
What if the weather’s bad?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It is worth planning some cover for the queue.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Compared with a barbecue run by volunteers, a van means volunteers can enjoy the day. Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Why us?
- Events in Heckfield Heath and across Hampshire
- No surprises in your quote
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
Event catering near Heckfield Heath
Heckfield Heath is about 4 miles north of Hook, in Hampshire. We take a fish and chip van for your event to drives, car parks, yards and venues around Heckfield Heath and nearby villages. Heckfield Heath is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Reading, about 7 miles away.
If your event is in Wellington Country Park, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission for vehicles and traders. Running a fête for a church like Church of St Michael? A chip van draws people in.
We take the van to events all over RG27 and RG7. Streets in the area include Church Lane and The Causeway, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Close by, we cover events in Heckfield (1 mile south), Riseley (1 mile north), Bramshill (1 mile east), Hound Green (1 mile south) and Hazeley (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (8 miles south-west), Farnborough (9 miles south-east), Fleet (7 miles south-east), Aldershot (11 miles south-east), Alton (14 miles south) and Yateley (5 miles east).
A little further out are Beaumys Castle (2.3 miles north-west) and West Green House Agricultural Museum (3.3 miles south). Within reach you will find The Marshes Local Nature Reserve.
- Local pubs include New Inn (0.8 miles south)
Space, access and the venue
Plenty of places work for the van, but a few things matter:
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that doesn’t block walkways
- Confirmation the van can trade there
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
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What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
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.
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a few visitors with dietary needs. To plan for them:
- Tell us about the pitch
- Ensure allergen information is available
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
Bins near the van help keep the site tidy.
A spot near the entrance or main ring works well.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- The number of meals
- The length of service
- Distance and any road charges
- The date and time of year
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, because it needs no kitchen and no crockery hire. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your event, and we will firm it up nearer the time. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Heckfield Heath
It needs little from volunteers, because we bring what we need.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Agricultural and country shows
- School fairs and sports days
- Village fêtes
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Mortimer station, about 3.8 miles north-west.
Questions to ask before booking
- If the price includes VAT
- What the price includes, item by item
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- 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