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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Thame events
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Book a fish and chip van for your event in Thame.
- Sports tournaments
- Sports days
- Village fêtes
Fresh fish and chips in Thame
About the food
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Fish and chip van for events in Thame, cooked to order
A chip van suits school fairs and sports days, with the school’s permission for the van on site. Popular choices include sausage and chips, curry sauce and chips, and we’re regularly asked to cater fish and chip supper nights and music and food festivals.
School fairs, fêtes and summer events in Thame suit a chip van: it is popular and cooked fresh. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Location
- Thame (OX9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Thame?
We keep cooking in the rain.
Whatever brings people together, fish and chips from the hatch goes down well. We regularly serve:
- Feeding event crew
- Festivals
- Summer fairs
- Sports days
If visitors are coming by train, the nearest station is Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, about 2.1 miles north-east.
What your quote should include
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How late numbers can change
- VAT, if it applies
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
How it works
Your timings come first. If things run late, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it is served. December events in Thame lose the light at about 3:55pm, so pitches need lighting; spring events have light until about 8:55pm by late May.
- First, tell us about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- We cook to order on the day for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Plan where the queue will stand
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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Thame events: pitches and permissions
Thame is about 8 miles south-west of Aylesbury, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your event in Thame will be, and we will plan the route and the parking spot. Thame is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Thame to Oxford (about 11 miles away).
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Mary, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola. A school like Barley Hill Primary School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day. Events in and around the Chilterns National Landscape, within about 7 miles of Thame, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
Wherever your event is in OX9, we can fry fresh for your visitors. That could mean an event at a home on Upper High Street, Butter Market and High Street or the roads around them, as long as there is somewhere for the van. You’ll find Thame on the A329 and A418, so it is easy for us to reach with the van. Nearby, we also serve events in Moreton (1 mile south-west), Towersey (1 mile east), Kingsey (2 miles east), Long Crendon (2 miles north-west) and Haddenham (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also take the van to Oxford (11 miles west), Didcot (15 miles south-west), Bicester (13 miles north-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (15 miles south) and Kidlington (14 miles west). Thame is one of the larger places we cover in Oxfordshire, with plenty of venues for events.
Other landmarks nearby include Thame Museum (0.5 miles north-west) and Thame Community Hospital (under half a mile south-east). The countryside around Thame includes Snakemoor.
- Schools near Thame include Lord Williams's School (0.9 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include Cross Keys Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Cakes and sandwiches are popular, but hot food is a draw when it is cool. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Events in Thame and across Oxfordshire
- Something for visitors to gather round
- Classic food your visitors already know
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Settle the pitch terms early
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Tell us about the pitch
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch, at the agreed time.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- A clear route onto the pitch
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that does not block walkways
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Thame
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
There is nothing hidden: the price is based on:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The menu and how many choices
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How many people are eating
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The address or venue name
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Roughly how many people, including children
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
FAQs for Thame
Is Thame close to London?
Roughly 41 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do you trade at school fairs around Thame?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
Can you come to a school event?
Yes, once the school agrees where the van goes. Tell us the date and where the van would park.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
What if we only have street parking?
It depends on the road. Off-road parking is typically simpler; if it has to be the street, check with the council.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac visitors when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Do we need to provide anything?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Tell us whether there’s power or water nearby and we will take it from there.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Other occasions in Thame
- 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