Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events in Sleaford
Bring the chip shop to your event in Sleaford. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Sports days
- Sports tournaments
Planning an event in Sleaford?
Fish and chip van for events in Sleaford, cooked to order
A van suits shows and field events, as long as there is a firm route onto the pitch. We serve sausage and chips, haddock and chips and chips, and typical bookings are for festivals and fish and chip supper nights.
A fête near Sleaford might be on a field with no mains power; let us know and we’ll plan for it. Everything we need comes with the van, and we pack up and leave the spot as we found it.
Before you choose a spot
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- A hard-standing or firm grass pitch
- Details of any power or water on site
- 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.
Popular choices
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Display allergens for each stall
- Tell us about the pitch
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Set a time for helpers’ food
Bins near the van help keep the site tidy.
Put the van near the entrance or the tea tent.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is generally simpler.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the event.
Fairs, fêtes and events in Sleaford
Sleaford is about 5 miles east of Alton, in Hampshire. Events in Sleaford are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a parking spot and fresh frying on the day. Sleaford is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Sleaford to Guildford (14 miles away).
A school like Mill Chase Academy can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day. For anyone arriving by train, the closest railway station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 3.2 miles north of the centre. Events in and around the Surrey Hills National Landscape, within about 6 miles of Sleaford, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we work to the site rules.
We serve events across GU35. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Kingsley (1 mile west), Pinewood Village (1 mile south), Lindford (1 mile south), Frithend (1 mile north) and Bordon (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (14 miles north-west), Farnborough (12 miles north), Fleet (10 miles north), Aldershot (9 miles north-east), Alton (5 miles west) and Petersfield (10 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Chase Community Hospital (2.1 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Deadwater Valley.
- Local pubs include The New Inn (less than half a mile north)
Occasions we serve in Sleaford
It can feed crew and volunteers too.
In Sleaford and nearby, the van turns up at all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Village fêtes
- Community festivals
- Sports club events and race days
- Church fêtes
A summer fête at Church of All Saints is the classic setting for a fish and chip van.
What your quote should include
- What happens if plans change
- Whether there’s a minimum
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How late numbers can change
How it works
Because we cook inside the van, rain doesn’t stop us. It is worth thinking about cover for the queue, though. For an evening event in Sleaford, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- You get our pitch needs and a quick answer on availability.
- We arrive at the agreed time and set up on the pitch.
- We trade from the hatch all event, frying to order.
- We clear the pitch when the event closes.
Before we arrive
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
What comes out of the fryer
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s especially welcome on a cold day.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who isn’t a fish fan, especially with curry sauce.
Sleaford questions
Is Sleaford 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.
Do you trade at school fairs around Sleaford?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac visitors in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
What does the pitch need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, and room for a queue. Tell us about power and water.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes. Tell us how many and when, and we’ll quote.
Can the van come to our fair?
Frequently, yes. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
Other occasions in Sleaford
Working with your venue
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Distance and any road charges
- Cod, haddock or both
- Whether a minimum applies
- The day of the week
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Expected numbers
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The venue or postcode
- Anything awkward about the way in
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
- 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