Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events in Kitwood
We bring a fish and chip van for your event to Kitwood and nearby, cooking to order on site.
- Village fêtes
- Sports days
- Church fêtes
Planning an event in Kitwood?
How the day works
A typical booking goes like this: the van arrives and we set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you’re ready to eat. December events in Kitwood lose the light at about 4:00pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there’s light until about 8:55pm.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Getting a price
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
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Fish and chip van for events in Kitwood, fried fresh
Give us the date, pitch and expected numbers, and we’ll tell you quickly whether we can come. Whether it’s fundraisers and crew and volunteer catering, we can cook sausage and chips, chips and cod and chips for your guests.
Near Kitwood, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
For planners, venues and organisers
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work through them with you.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
FAQs for Kitwood
Is Kitwood close to London?
About 50 miles from central London.
Can the van go to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
That varies: a pitch fee, a share of takings or a guaranteed minimum. We will agree terms before the day.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
What food do you serve?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Do you do festivals?
Tell us the date and pitch details and we’ll check.
Do you cover Kitwood?
Yes. We take the van across London and the South East, including Kitwood. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Kitwood
Kitwood is about 5 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. Kitwood is well within our area, so your event just needs a date, a spot for the van and a serving time. We serve 683 places in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 19 miles away.
If you’re organising a summer fair or sports day for a school such as Four Marks Church of England Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. Within about 8 miles is the South Downs National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
Wherever your event is in SO24, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. If your venue is just outside Kitwood, we also cover Gilbert Street (1 mile south-west), Charlwood (1 mile south-east), North Street (1 mile west), Monkwood (2 miles south) and Ropley (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (12 miles north), Winchester (12 miles west), Fleet (15 miles north-east), Horndean (13 miles south), Alton (5 miles north-east) and Waterlooville (14 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Alton Community Hospital (4.1 miles north-east) and Barton Castle (4.3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Kitwood include Shutts Copse and Red Hill.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Kitwood?
Next to a volunteer barbecue, a chip van frees your helpers. Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is frequently good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Kitwood
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Hot food handed straight over
Read our pricing and our guide to van hire costs.
Perfect for your event in Kitwood
It needs little from volunteers.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Summer fairs
- Community festivals
- School fairs and sports days
- Church fêtes
Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of the Good Shepherd, are a natural home for a chip van.
Questions to ask before booking
- How late numbers can change
- Allergen information for each item
- Whether travel is included
- The deposit and payment dates
Where the van can park in Kitwood
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that doesn’t block walkways
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- Somewhere firm if it rains
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Planning for dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Ensure allergen information is available
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Plan bins near food stalls
Bins near the van help keep the site tidy.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
Food your guests will love
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and it’s a favourite with children.
What affects the price in Kitwood
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Distance and any road charges
- Your choice of menu
- How long we serve
- Any minimum charge
The cost per head normally falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
What we need to know
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The address or venue name
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
Also near Kitwood
More for events in Kitwood
- 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