Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in High Cross, Hampshire
Bring the chip shop to your event in High Cross. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Village fêtes
- Food for volunteers
- Charity fundraisers and community events
Fish and chip van for events for High Cross events
About our fish and chip van for events in High Cross
A chip van suits school fairs and sports days, once the school agrees where the van goes. Whether it is school fairs and sports days and sports club events and race days, we can cook mushy peas, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
Near High Cross, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a chip van is a welcome sight. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, park on the agreed spot, and cook and serve without fuss. In High Cross, a midsummer event stays light until about 9:20pm, but by late September the light goes at about 7:05pm, so evening trading may need lights.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Share the timings for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
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Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your visitors instead.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a reliable crowd-pleaser, a fish and chip van is a great choice. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What you get with us
- Hot food handed straight over
- A clear quote before booking
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A van that becomes part of the event
See our prices page and the cost guide.
FAQs for High Cross
Is High Cross close to London?
Roughly 50 miles from the centre of London.
What’s the nearest station to High Cross?
Petersfield station, about 2.6 miles south-east of the centre.
Do you come to High Cross?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, and High Cross is within our area. To check your date, use our quote form.
What are the terms for events?
It depends on the event: a pitch fee, a share of takings or a guaranteed minimum. We’ll agree it in writing.
Can you cook in the rain?
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.
Can you cater for helpers?
We can. Tell us how many and when, and we’ll quote.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Children usually love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
What affects the price in High Cross
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Service time
- The day of the week
- Whether a minimum applies
- How far we travel
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Your date and serving time
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
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 send us your details through our quote form.
Fairs, fêtes and events in High Cross
High Cross is about 3 miles north-west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. For events in High Cross, we plan around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We take the van to 683 places in Hampshire. We serve events right across the region, from High Cross to Southampton (20 miles away).
For anyone arriving by train, the nearest station is Petersfield station, about 2.6 miles south-east. If you’re organising a summer fair or sports day for a school such as Froxfield Church of England Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. Events in and around the South Downs National Park, within about 3 miles of High Cross, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
Here we cover the GU32 postcode area. That could mean an event at a home on High Cross Lane, Dellfield and Deans Dell or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Nearby, we also serve events in Froxfield Green (1 mile south-west), Oakshott (2 miles north-east), Langrish (2 miles south), Stroud (2 miles south) and Steep (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles west), Havant (12 miles south), Horndean (9 miles south), Alton (8 miles north), Waterlooville (11 miles south) and Petersfield (3 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Petersfield Community Hospital (2.7 miles south-east) and Bear Museum (3.1 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Wheatham Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk South.
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Space for a queue away from paths
- A clear route onto the pitch
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it’s hot, crisp and generous.
Organising for someone else?
Organising a club, school or community event in High Cross? 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.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Who books fish and chip van for events in High Cross?
It suits almost every visitor, from families to older visitors.
Here are some of the occasions we serve around High Cross:
- Community festivals
- Community open days
- Church fêtes
- School summer fairs
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Peter, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether there’s a minimum
- When final numbers are due
- How allergens are handled
- A clear list of what’s included
- 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