Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events in Rake
Fish and chip van for events in Rake: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- School summer fairs
- Music and food festivals
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
Book the van in Rake
About our fish and chip van for events in Rake
Everything is cooked as people come up, so it is hot and crisp. On the menu are sausage and chips, mushy peas and chips, and we’re frequently booked for food for volunteers and community open days.
For a village fête or field event near Rake, we can bring hot food to a field. Ground and access matter, so tell us about them. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the service time and the menu.
Planning for dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
- Send us the pitch size and ground conditions
- Make sure allergen information is available
- Have other stalls for special diets
Agree a wet-weather pitch on hard standing in case the ground is soft.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
Rake events: pitches and permissions
Rake is about 4 miles north-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Whether your event is in the middle of Rake or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. Rake is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Rake to Guildford (about 19 miles away).
For anyone arriving by train, the nearest station is Liss station, about 1.6 miles west. School fairs, for a school like Rake CofE Primary School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van. Within about 5 miles is the South Downs National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
Here we cover the GU33 postcode area. That could mean an event at a home on London Road, Brewells Lane and St Patrick's Lane, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Rake we cover include The Mint (1 mile north-west), Hill Brow (1 mile south-west), Liss (1 mile west), Liss Forest (1 mile north-west) and West Liss (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Havant (14 miles south-west), Horndean (12 miles south-west), Aldershot (15 miles north), Alton (9 miles north-west), Waterlooville (14 miles south-west) and Petersfield (4 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Chase Community Hospital (4.2 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Liss Riverside Railway Walk North and Wheeler's Down.
- Pubs nearby include The Sun Inn (under half a mile south)
Questions from Rake
Do you trade at school fairs around Rake?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Is Rake too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How do you handle allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
What’s on the menu?
The classics: cod or haddock and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. See the menu.
Do you cover Rake?
We do. Rake is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
What about visitors who do not eat fish?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
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.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Children generally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Planning the van’s spot
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- Details of any power or water on site
- Agreement from the site for a catering van
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
From the hatch
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
Why choose a fish and chip van in Rake?
Compared with a barbecue run by volunteers, a chip van frees your helpers. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- A menu almost everyone likes
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at how we price or our guide to van hire costs.
Other occasions in Rake
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is normally the easier option.
How the day works
We need a level, firm place to park the van, near your visitors, which we agree with you beforehand. For an evening event in Rake, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- 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.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your visitors.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Give us a contact for the day
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Perfect for your event in Rake
A chip van is reliably one of the busiest pitches.
Whatever the occasion in Rake, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are often booked for:
- Community open days
- Sports days
- Food for volunteers
- Agricultural and country shows
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Rake Mission Church, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
What your quote should include
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- Allergen information for each item
- How many hours the van serves
- The van’s size and access needs
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it’s on the menu.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Service time
- The minimum booking
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Parking and the way in
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Where the event is
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Anything awkward about the way in
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Rake? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. To contact us, send us your details through 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