Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Upper Chute, Hampshire
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Upper Chute and the surrounding area.
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Music and food festivals
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
Book the van in Upper Chute
Fairs, fêtes and events in Upper Chute
Upper Chute is about 6 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Across the SP11 area, we can fry fresh for your visitors. We cover 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Upper Chute to Southampton (about 26 miles away).
Here we cover the SP11 postcode area, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Upper Chute, we also cover Chute Forest (2 miles south-east), Tangley (2 miles east), Redenham (3 miles south), Faberstown (3 miles south) and Clanville (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also take the van to Andover (6 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles south-west), Ludgershall (3 miles south-west), Whitchurch (11 miles east), East Anton (6 miles south-east) and Overton (14 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.8 miles south-east) and Ludgershall Castle (2.8 miles south-west).
- Pubs nearby include Hatchet Inn (0.9 miles south-east)
About our fish and chip van for events in Upper Chute
A van suits shows and field events, if the ground is firm enough for vehicles. We are frequently asked to cater community festivals and charity fundraisers and community events, serving chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
Rural events near Upper Chute can be a long way from anywhere to eat, so fish and chips goes down well. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
Planning the van’s spot
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
- A clear route onto the pitch
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
From the hatch
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Towns and villages near Upper Chute
What else we do in Upper Chute
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a reliable crowd-pleaser, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Upper Chute. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A quote that spells everything out
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Rain does not stop the fryers
Take a look at our pricing or what a fish and chip van costs.
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your event in Upper Chute. Winter fairs in Upper Chute are dark by about 4:00pm, so we need a lit pitch; in late May there’s light until about 8:55pm.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- We confirm the date, what we need on the pitch and any documents.
- We set up before the gates open.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch through the event.
- At the end, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Name one person we can call on the day
Getting a price
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is usually simpler.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Upper Chute
Is Upper Chute close to London?
Roughly 65 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Is Upper Chute too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Of course. Children usually love sausage and chips. Tell us how many are coming.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so it pays to ask early.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. We cook inside the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: batter is generally made with wheat flour. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
How big a pitch do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, and room for a queue. Mention any power or water.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Tell us about the pitch
- Agree how we’ll be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
Put bins near the queue.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
Occasions we serve in Upper Chute
It is low-maintenance for organisers.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- School fairs and sports days
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Horse and dog shows
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Nicholas, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
What your quote should include
- Any minimum charge
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How much space the van takes up
- Any travel, parking or access charges
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
What affects the price in Upper Chute
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Your choice of menu
- Numbers
- Any minimum charge
- The length of service
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, 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