Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Old Basing, Hampshire
Fish and chip van for events in Old Basing: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Sports club events and race days
- Fish and chip supper nights
Planning an event in Old Basing?
Fish and chip van for events in Old Basing, fried fresh
We trade at village fêtes, school fairs, sports days, festivals and shows. Typical bookings include horse and dog shows and sports club events and race days, with curry sauce, chips and cod and chips.
Events near Old Basing are frequently volunteer-run, so a trader who brings everything is a bonus. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Where the van can park in Old Basing
If a spot is not suitable, we will tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
- Space for a queue away from paths
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
What we serve
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
What happens on the day
A typical booking goes like this: we arrive, park up and set up, the oil comes up to temperature, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. Summer events in Old Basing have daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer and about 7:10pm by late September, so evening trading normally finishes in daylight in high summer. Winter fairs, dark by about 4:00pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- Organisers send us the event, the dates and the pitch details.
- We confirm the date, what we need on the pitch and any documents.
- We set up before the gates open.
- We cook fresh and serve through the day.
- We pack down at the end and leave the pitch clean.
Preparing for the day
- Ensure the van can get in
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Common questions in Old Basing
Could you trade in Eastrop Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council. Ask them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to Old Basing?
The closest is Basingstoke station, roughly 2 miles away.
What’s on the menu?
The classics: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for visitors.
Do we need to provide equipment?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes, at a time that suits your schedule.
How big a pitch do you need?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we will check it works.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your visitors, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
Perfect for your event in Old Basing
It keeps people on site for longer.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- School fairs and sports days
- Agricultural and country shows
- Church fêtes
- Club open days
A school like Old Basing Infant School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
Questions to ask before booking
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The van’s size and access needs
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, perfect with chips or a sausage.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: sweeter and a touch firmer than cod. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
For planners, venues and organisers
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
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.
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Agree the terms in writing
- Share any nut or allergy policies
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch.
Tables and seating nearby help families eat.
Running an event in Old Basing
Old Basing is about 3 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. People in Old Basing book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We cover 683 places across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 13 miles away.
For anyone arriving by train, the nearest station is Basingstoke station, about 2 miles west. Events in parks such as Eastrop Park need permission from the council or landowner, and the van needs a firm route onto the pitch.
Wherever your event is in RG24, we can fry fresh for your visitors, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on The Street, London Road and Paulet Place or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Other places close to Old Basing we cover include Lychpit (1 mile west), Mapledurwell (1 mile east), Andwell (1 mile east), Water End (2 miles east) and Chineham (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (3 miles west), Farnborough (12 miles east), Fleet (9 miles east), Aldershot (12 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (10 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Festival Place (1.9 miles west) and Basing House (within half a mile west). The countryside around Old Basing includes Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
- Nearby schools include The Costello School (1.6 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Crown Public House (under half a mile west)
Towns and villages near Old Basing
More for events in Old Basing
Why choose a fish and chip van in Old Basing?
For a reliable crowd-pleaser, a chip van is hard to beat in Old Basing. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What you get with us
- Events in Old Basing and across Hampshire
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Hot food handed straight over
- Something for visitors to gather round
Read how we price or the cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The length of service
- Whether a minimum applies
- The menu and how many choices
- How far we travel
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A photo of the parking spot
- Expected numbers
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in 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