Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Otterbourne, Hampshire
Bring the chip shop to your event in Otterbourne. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Feeding event crew
- Village fêtes
- Music and food festivals
Fish and chip van for events in Otterbourne
About our fish and chip van for events in Otterbourne
We bring the van and everything we need to cook, which helps volunteer-run events. Whether it is feeding event crew and sports days, we can cook curry sauce, cod and chips and mushy peas and more.
At a field event near Otterbourne, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it. We serve from the hatch, so every portion is hot, and the queue keeps moving.
Otterbourne events: pitches and permissions
Otterbourne is about 3 miles north-east of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. For events in Otterbourne, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We take the van to 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Otterbourne to Southampton (7 miles away).
If visitors are coming by train, the nearest station is Shawford station, about 1.1 miles north-east. Running a fête for a church like Church of St Matthew? A chip van draws people in.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO21, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. From Oakwood Avenue, Meadowcroft Close and Brooklyn Close or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Close by, we cover events in South Down (1 mile north-east), Compton (1 mile north), Shawford (1 mile north-east), Twyford (1 mile north-east) and Ladwell (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (4 miles north), Eastleigh (3 miles south), Fareham (13 miles south-east), Andover (15 miles north-west), Totton (9 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (3 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Eastleigh Museum (2.9 miles south) and Wolvesey Castle (3.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Twyford Down and Shawford Down.
- Schools near Otterbourne include Thornden School (1.3 miles south-west) and Thornden School (1.4 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The White Horse Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Otterbourne questions
Can you come to a school fair in Otterbourne?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Which station is closest to Otterbourne?
Shawford station, about 1.1 miles north-east of the centre.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we’ll explain the options before booking.
When do you arrive?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
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 the van come to our fair?
Tell us the date and pitch details and we will check.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Events we cater in Otterbourne
Organisers book a chip van because it’s one of the most popular stalls at any fête.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Sports club events and race days
- Fundraisers
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Church fêtes
PTAs at schools such as Otterbourne Church of England Primary School often want one reliable hot-food stall.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any minimum charge
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- How many hours the van serves
- The deadline for final numbers
How it works
When we arrive, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we are hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. Evening events in Otterbourne have light until about 9:25pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your visitors.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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DIY versus a fish and chip van
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Allergies and dietary needs
Dietary needs are easiest to plan with some notice. We suggest:
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
- Display allergens for each stall
- Agree how we will be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
Put bins near the queue.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- A clear route onto the pitch
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Otterbourne
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
What a fish and chip van costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- How many people are eating
- The date and time of year
- Any minimum charge
- How far we travel
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Your date and serving time
- The venue or postcode
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Otterbourne? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Organising for someone else?
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Places near Otterbourne
Other occasions in Otterbourne
- 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