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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Thornborough
Fish and chip van for events in Thornborough: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
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Fish and chip van for events in Thornborough
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
At bigger events, a chip van works alongside other traders. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
Why book with us
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Hot food handed straight over
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
How our fish and chip van for events works in Thornborough
When there is hot food, people stay longer, which is good for every other stall. For summer fairs and country shows, we will put together a menu of sausage and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips for your guests.
At a field event near Thornborough, power and water may be limited; let us know and we’ll plan for it. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Where
- Thornborough (MK18)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Thornborough questions
Can you come to a school fair in Thornborough?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Tell us the date and pitch details.
How far is Thornborough from London?
About 49 miles from central London.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will tell you what’s in each item.
Do you come to Thornborough?
Yes, we do. We serve events in Thornborough and across Buckinghamshire. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
What about visitors who don’t eat fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
It depends on the event: a pitch fee, a share of takings or a guaranteed minimum. We will agree terms before the day.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Thornborough events: pitches and permissions
Thornborough is about 3 miles east of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. Around Thornborough, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground. We serve all 263 towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Thornborough to Milton Keynes (7 miles away).
PTAs at schools such as Thornborough Infant School frequently want one reliable hot-food stall.
This part of Buckinghamshire takes in MK18, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Your event could be at a house on High Street, Chapel Lane and The Green or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Close by, we cover events in Adstock (2 miles south), Padbury (2 miles south-west), Buckingham (3 miles west), Steeple Claydon (5 miles south-west) and East Claydon (5 miles south). Further out, we also take the van to Aylesbury (13 miles south), Elmhurst (13 miles south), Southcourt (14 miles south), Haydon Hill (12 miles south), Turnfurlong (14 miles south) and Quarrendon Estate (12 miles south).
Nearby you will also find Buckingham Castle (3.1 miles west) and Buckingham Movie Museum (3 miles west). Open spaces near Thornborough include Buckingham Sand Pit.
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Settle the pitch terms early
- Have other stalls for special diets
- Set a time for helpers’ food
Mark out the queue area away from walkways.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
Places near Thornborough
Other occasions in Thornborough
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- How easy the site is to reach
- The day of the week
- The menu and how many choices
- Distance and any road charges
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your event. We handle the cooking and serving. December events in Thornborough lose the light at about 3:55pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there’s light until about 9:00pm.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- We confirm availability, our pitch needs and anything the event asks for.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch through the event.
- We pack down at the end and leave the pitch clean.
Getting ready for the day
- Share the timings for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
How to get a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- Confirmation the van can trade there
- Information about power and water
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Thornborough
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It is the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
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.
- 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