Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Shootash, Hampshire
Treat your visitors to fresh fish and chips at your event in Shootash. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so every portion goes out hot.
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Music and food festivals
- Community open days
Planning an event in Shootash?
Shootash events: pitches and permissions
Shootash is about 3 miles west of Romsey, in Hampshire. For an event in Shootash, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. Shootash is one of 683 places in Hampshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 9 miles away.
If you are organising a summer fair or sports day for a school such as Embley, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of All Saints, are a natural home for a chip van.
Anywhere in SO51, we can bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve events include The Frenches (1 mile west), Plaitford Green (2 miles west), East Wellow (2 miles south), West Wellow (2 miles south-west) and Blackhill (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (11 miles north-east), Eastleigh (9 miles east), Andover (15 miles north), Totton (6 miles south), Chandler's Ford (7 miles east) and Hedge End (12 miles south-east).
A little further out are Romsey Community Hospital (2.9 miles east) and King Johns House (2.2 miles east). Within reach you will find Copythorne Common.
- Schools near Shootash include Stanbridge Earls School (1.3 miles north-east)
- Other local spots include Romsey Extra (2.5 miles south-east)
Fish and chip van for events in Shootash, cooked to order
Fêtes, school fairs, festivals and shows all suit a chip van. We serve cod and chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for festivals and fundraisers.
Near Shootash, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a chip van is a welcome sight. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
Occasions we serve in Shootash
It keeps people on site for longer.
Whatever the occasion in Shootash, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Festivals
- Country shows
- School summer fairs
For visitors coming by rail, Romsey station is about 2.4 miles away.
Before you book anyone
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- A clear list of what’s included
- Payment terms and deposit
- What the van needs: space, access, power
What happens on the day
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, so we time it to your schedule. For an evening event in Shootash, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- 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.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
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What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- A clear route onto the pitch
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
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.
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Plan something for visitors we can’t cater for
- Tell us about the pitch
Crew food is served at the agreed time.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Gravy
Chips and gravy is a favourite in the north and the Midlands, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
What a fish and chip van costs
We’ll give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- How far we travel
- How long we serve
- The day of the week
- The minimum booking
Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- A photo of the parking spot
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Shootash questions
What’s the nearest station to Shootash?
Romsey station, about 2.4 miles east of the centre.
Do you come out to small places like Shootash?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
What does the van need?
Not much: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you are not sure.
How fast is service?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
We’ll talk it through when you send the details, and we’ll find something that works.
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.
Can you trade at our fête or festival?
Tell us the date and pitch details and we’ll check.
Where do you take the van?
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Also near Shootash
What else we do in Shootash
A chip van compared with other options
At larger events, a van adds to the mix. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is normally the best value.
What you get with us
- Quick service from the hatch
- No surprises in your quote
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- We cover Shootash and the whole of Hampshire
Read how we price and the cost guide.
- 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