Buckinghamshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Temple, Buckinghamshire
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Temple and the surrounding area.
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Festivals
- Club open days
A chip van near Temple
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Here’s how:
- Settle the pitch terms early
- Plan something for visitors we can’t cater for
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Tell us about the pitch
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch, at the agreed time.
A few benches near the van help.
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Temple
Everything is cooked as people come up, so nothing sits waiting. Popular choices include mushy peas, chips and sausage and chips, and we’re often booked for festivals and sports days.
At a field event near Temple, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Where
- Temple (SL7)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Towns and villages near Temple
More for events in Temple
Who books fish and chip van for events in Temple?
It keeps people on site.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Temple book the van for occasions like:
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Agricultural and country shows
- Crew and volunteer catering
- School summer fairs
A school like Bisham Church of England Academy can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- How allergens are handled
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The deadline for final numbers
FAQs for Temple
Which station is closest to Temple?
Marlow station, about 1.6 miles north-east of the centre.
Can you come to a school fair in Temple?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the van would go.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, including Buckinghamshire. See all areas.
How long does set-up take?
That depends on your numbers and timings. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Can the van come to our fair?
Yes, where the date suits. Send us the date, location and expected numbers.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
What’s on the menu?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Children normally love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
Should I sort the food myself?
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
Running an event in Temple
Temple is about 2 miles south of Marlow, in Buckinghamshire. Tell us where your event in Temple will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We cover all 263 towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Temple to Reading (about 11 miles away).
If visitors are coming by train, the nearest station is Marlow station, about 1.6 miles north-east. For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of All Saints, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
We serve events across the SL7 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Temple Lane, Bradenham Lane and Temple Mill Island, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Nearby, we also serve events in Bisham (1 mile north-east), Marlow (2 miles north), Stubbings (2 miles south), Cookham Dean (2 miles east) and Burchett's Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover High Wycombe (6 miles north), Chesham (13 miles north-east), Amersham (12 miles north-east), Beaconsfield (7 miles north-east), Chalfont St Peter (11 miles east) and Princes Risborough (12 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Marlow Community Hospital (1.7 miles north-east) and Marlow Museum (1.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Temple include Carpenter's Wood and Weycock Hill.
- Schools near Temple include Sir William Borlase's Grammar School (1.3 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Bull Inn (0.7 miles north-east)
How it works
Here’s how the day usually runs: the van arrives and we set up, the fryers heat up, and food goes out hot when you are ready to eat. Summer fêtes in Temple have long light evenings, with sunset about 9:25pm at midsummer, but by late September the light goes at about 7:05pm.
- It starts with your event and pitch details.
- You get our pitch needs and a quick answer on availability.
- We arrive at the agreed time and set up on the pitch.
- We cook fresh and serve through the day.
- At the end, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
Getting a price
Planning a fish and chip van for your event in Temple? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
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For event organisers in Temple
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
Where the van can park in Temple
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Access that avoids crowds
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Prices and what affects them
Fish and chip van pricing is simple once we know the basics:
- The day of the week
- Numbers
- The menu and how many choices
- The length of service
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where the van would park
- A picture of where the van would go
- Dietary needs, with numbers
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, fill in 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