Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events for Mapledurwell events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van for events in Mapledurwell.
- Festivals
- Church fêtes
- Sports days
Book the van in Mapledurwell
About our fish and chip van for events in Mapledurwell
Send us the event details and the pitch information, and we’ll tell you quickly whether we can come. We’re frequently asked to cater school summer fairs and charity fundraisers and community events, serving cod and chips, sausage and chips and curry sauce.
A fête near Mapledurwell 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.
How the day works
You’ll know we’re ready when the smell of frying drifts over. From then on, people come up as they’re ready. December events in Mapledurwell lose the light at about 4:00pm, so pitches need lighting; spring events have light until about 8:55pm by late May.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- 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.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your visitors.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Clear the route for the van
- Plan where the queue will stand
Ask for a quote
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Mapledurwell? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Nearby places to Mapledurwell
What else we do in Mapledurwell
Community events around Mapledurwell
Mapledurwell is about 4 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Events in Mapledurwell are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 13 miles away.
Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of St. Mary, are a natural home for a chip van.
Anywhere in RG27 and RG25, we can fry fresh for your visitors, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Canal Reach, Greywell Road and Frog Lane, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. We also bring the van to events in Andwell (1 mile north), Water End (1 mile north), Old Basing (1 mile west), Lychpit (2 miles west) and Chineham (2 miles north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (4 miles west), Farnborough (11 miles east), Fleet (8 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Basing House (1.6 miles west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.2 miles west). The countryside around Mapledurwell includes The Mill Field and Dogmersfield Lake.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Mapledurwell?
Rain does not stop the fryers.
In Mapledurwell and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Music and food festivals
- Community open days
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Crew and volunteer catering
For visitors coming by rail, Hook station is about 2.6 miles away.
Questions to ask before booking
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- VAT, if it applies
- How late numbers can change
Mapledurwell questions
Do you come out to small places like Mapledurwell?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Mapledurwell from London?
About 43 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Can the van come to our fair?
Tell us the date and pitch details and we will check.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
What about visitors who do not eat fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates book up first, so get in touch early.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Parking and the way in
- Any minimum charge
- How far we travel
- How many people are eating
There’s 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. Your quote spells it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- A picture of the parking spot
- Your date and serving time
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Mapledurwell, and we will check the date and send a price.
What the van needs
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A queue area clear of rides and games
- Agreement from the site for a catering van
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
From the hatch
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
A fish and chip van or other catering?
At bigger events, a chip van works alongside other traders and spreads the queues. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book our van in Mapledurwell
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A quote that spells everything out
- All the chip-shop extras
- Hot food handed straight over
Read how we price and the cost guide.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Give us an idea of numbers
- Agree when volunteers will eat
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
- Share pitch details
We set up before visitors arrive, at the agreed time.
Let visitors know there is a chip van.
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it’s on the menu.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan.
- 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