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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Penton Grafton events
We bring a fish and chip van for your event across Penton Grafton and Hampshire, cooking to order on site.
- Village fêtes
- Festivals
- Church fêtes
Book the van in Penton Grafton
Fish and chip van for events in Penton Grafton, cooked to order
Organisers can book us as a trader, or to feed crew and volunteers. On the menu are cod and chips, haddock and chips and chips, and typical bookings are for crew and volunteer catering and horse and dog shows.
A fête near Penton Grafton might be on a field with no mains power; let us know and we’ll plan for it. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
Food your guests will love
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Curry sauce
Chip-shop curry sauce is a mild, slightly sweet British classic, great with chips and sausages.
What happens on the day
From set-up to the last portion, we look after the food, so you can enjoy your event in Penton Grafton. Summer events in Penton Grafton have daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer and about 7:10pm by late September, so evening trading generally finishes in daylight in high summer. Winter fairs, dark by about 4:00pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- First, tell us about your event.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the van can get in
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
Running an event in Penton Grafton
Penton Grafton is about 2 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Events in Penton Grafton are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Penton Grafton is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 22 miles away.
Church fêtes, at churches such as Holy Trinity Church, are a natural home for a chip van. For anyone arriving by train, the nearest station is Andover station, about 1.9 miles south-east.
Wherever your event is in SP11, we can bring the van to you. Nearby, we also serve events in Penton Mewsey (1 mile north-east), Penton Corner (1 mile south), Foxcotte (1 mile east), Charlton (1 mile east) and Weyhill (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles south-east), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (6 miles west), Weeke (14 miles south-east), Stanmore (15 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (4 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Andover Museum (2.6 miles south-east) and Ludgershall Castle (4.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Penton Grafton includes Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
- Local pubs include White Hart Public House (within half a mile east)
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Share pitch details
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
When the event closes, we pack up.
Tables and seating nearby help families eat.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a reliable crowd-pleaser, a chip van is hard to beat. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book with us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
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Perfect for your event in Penton Grafton
Organisers book a chip van because it’s one of the most popular stalls.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Horse and dog shows
- Summer fairs
- Club open days
School fairs, for a school like Harrow Way Community School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- The deadline for final numbers
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Penton Grafton
How far is Penton Grafton from London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London.
Do you trade at school fairs around Penton Grafton?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
Do you trade at schools?
Yes. We will need a safe route onto the site away from children.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Is grass a problem?
Generally, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
For event organisers in Penton Grafton
Hosting at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Prices and what affects them
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Numbers
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Service time
- Your choice of menu
Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of the space and the way in
- Rough numbers for adults and children
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Penton Grafton, and we will check the date and send a price.
- 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