Isle of Wight · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events for Hillway events
Looking for a fish and chip van for your event in Hillway? We bring the van to you and fry everything fresh on the spot.
- School fairs and sports days
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Country shows
Fresh fish and chips in Hillway
Fish and chip van for events in Hillway, cooked to order
Country shows and field events suit a van, as long as there’s a firm route onto the pitch. We serve haddock and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce, and we are regularly asked to cater club open days and school fairs and sports days.
At a field event near Hillway, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Where
- Hillway (PO35)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Working with your venue
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Other occasions in Hillway
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
For a stall visitors will queue for, a chip van is hard to beat. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
What you get with us
- Classic food your visitors already know
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- All the chip-shop extras
- We cover Hillway and the whole of the Isle of Wight
Read how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Before you choose a spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Details of any power or water on site
- Agreement from the site for a catering van
- A clear route onto the pitch
Hillway is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we will plan the journey.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Step by step
The first sign we’ve arrived is typically the smell. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. For an evening event in Hillway, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- You get our pitch needs and a quick answer on availability.
- We set up before the gates open.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch through the event.
- We pack down at the end and leave the pitch clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Name one person we can call on the day
How to get a price
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
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Why choose fish and chip van for events in Hillway?
It is a hot meal for helpers as well.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Summer fairs
- Feeding event crew
- Festivals
- Horse and dog shows
A school like Bembridge Church of England Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
Comparing caterers
- If the price includes VAT
- How allergens are handled
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Running an event in Hillway
Hillway is about 4 miles south-east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. In and around Hillway, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Hillway is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 21 miles away.
For visitors coming by rail, the nearest station is Brading station, about 1.8 miles west. For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Bembridge Methodist Church, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola. With the sea within about 3 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.
We cover events in every part of PO35 and the streets around it. From Hillway Road and Jenny Streets Lane or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. We also bring the van to events in Bembridge (1 mile north-east), Foreland Fields (1 mile north-east), St Helens (2 miles north-west), Gaskins (2 miles north-west) and Yaverland (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Newport (9 miles west), Ryde (4 miles north-west), Cowes (11 miles north-west), Sandown (3 miles south-west), Shanklin (5 miles south-west) and Ventnor (7 miles south-west). Some remote sites need extra planning, so contact us in good time.
Other landmarks nearby include Sandown Castle (2.6 miles south-west) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (4.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hillway include Bembridge Down and Brading Marshes RSPB reserve.
- Schools near Hillway include Bembridge School (1.2 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Propeller Inn (0.5 miles west)
Questions from Hillway
Which station is closest to Hillway?
The closest is Brading station, roughly 1.8 miles away.
Is Hillway too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the cooking happens inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Where can the van park?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we will reply with a price.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
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.
What a fish and chip van costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Whether a minimum applies
- The length of service
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Numbers
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Expected numbers
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the parking spot
- Anything awkward about the way in
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
- 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