Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Hunton, Hampshire
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your event turns food into part of your event in Hunton.
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Feeding event crew
- Agricultural and country shows
Fish and chip van for events in Hunton
DIY versus a fish and chip van
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.
Fish and chip van for events in Hunton, fried fresh
Country shows and field events suit a van, as long as there’s a firm route onto the pitch. Typical bookings include music and food festivals and charity fundraisers and community events, with chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
A fête near Hunton might be on a field with no mains power; let us know and we’ll plan for it. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
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Why choose fish and chip van for events in Hunton?
It keeps people on site.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Church fêtes
- Club open days
- Agricultural and country shows
- School fairs and sports days
Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of St James, are a natural home for a chip van.
Before you book anyone
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether VAT is included
- The van’s size and access needs
- Any minimum charge
What happens on the day
We do not cook ahead. Each portion is battered and fried as it’s ordered, which is why it tastes like it does at the seaside. For an evening event in Hunton, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- We confirm the date, what we need on the pitch and any documents.
- We set up before the gates open.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch through the event.
- We clear the pitch when the event closes.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Plan where the queue will stand
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
At larger events, a van adds to the mix and spreads the queues. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Why book our van in Hunton
- Hot food handed straight over
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- A clear quote before you book
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
See how we price and our guide to van hire costs.
Community events around Hunton
Hunton is about 7 miles north of Winchester, in Hampshire. Give us the address of your event in Hunton, and we’ll plan the route and the parking spot. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 17 miles away.
For anyone arriving by train, the nearest station is Micheldever station, about 2.9 miles north-east.
For events in SO21, we just need to know where the van can park. We also bring the van to events in Stoke Charity (1 mile south-east), Egypt (1 mile west), Sutton Scotney (1 mile west), South Wonston (3 miles south) and Barton Stacey (3 miles west). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (12 miles north-east), Winchester (7 miles south), Eastleigh (13 miles south), Andover (8 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (12 miles south) and Alton (15 miles east).
- Pubs nearby include The Wonston Arms (0.6 miles south-west)
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
What a fish and chip van costs
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Parking and the way in
- Distance and any road charges
- The date and time of year
- Cod, haddock or both
A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Expected numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Where the van can park in Hunton
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that doesn’t block walkways
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- Access that avoids crowds
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Hunton: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Hunton?
The closest is Micheldever station, roughly 2.9 miles away.
How far is Hunton from London?
About 58 miles from central London.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes. Children generally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
What do you bring?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Is grass a problem?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac visitors in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Settle the pitch terms early
- Agree when volunteers will eat
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
Agree a wet-weather pitch on hard standing.
A few benches near the van help.
- 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