Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Upper Farringdon, Hampshire
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your event turns food into part of your event in Upper Farringdon.
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Country shows
- Charity fundraisers and community events
Planning an event in Upper Farringdon?
What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How long we serve
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Access and parking
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. We set everything out in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The date and time of the event
- Anything awkward about the way in
It is easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
Fish and chip van for events in Upper Farringdon, cooked to order
Everything is cooked as people come up, so nothing sits waiting. On the menu are cod and chips, haddock and chips and chips, and we’re frequently booked for sports days and crew and volunteer catering.
Near Upper Farringdon, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. We cook inside the van, right where your visitors are, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Nearby places to Upper Farringdon
What else we do in Upper Farringdon
Running an event in Upper Farringdon
Upper Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. Across the GU34 area, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. We take the van to 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 20 miles away.
If visitors are coming by train, the closest railway station is Alton station, roughly 2.8 miles north of the centre. Within about 8 miles is the South Downs National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we work to the site rules.
Wherever your event is in GU34, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your event is on Church Road, Crows Lane and Gaston Lane or a nearby road, we’ll bring the van to you. For events just outside Upper Farringdon, we cover Farringdon (1 mile south-west), Lower Farringdon (1 mile west), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (13 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
Nearby you will also find The Romany Museum (2.1 miles south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (1.9 miles north). Open spaces near Upper Farringdon include Selborne Hill.
- Nearby, you’ll find Rose and Crown Inn (less than half a mile south)
Can’t we just order from the chip shop?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Occasions we serve in Upper Farringdon
Almost every visitor likes fish and chips.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- School fairs and sports days
- Fundraisers
- Horse and dog shows
- Feeding event crew
Running a fête for a church like Church of All Saints? A chip van draws people in.
Questions to ask before booking
- When final numbers are due
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The cancellation terms
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Have other stalls for special diets
- Agree who removes waste
- Agree the terms in writing
- Share any nut or allergy policies
Have a hard-standing back-up pitch in case the ground is soft.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Cakes and sandwiches are popular, but hot food brings people in on cooler days. Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. Ask about your date early.
What you get with us
- Events in Upper Farringdon and across Hampshire
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Cod, haddock, sausages and pies
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans, and they’re on the menu.
Questions from Upper Farringdon
Which station is closest to Upper Farringdon?
Alton station, about 2.8 miles north of the centre.
Is Upper Farringdon close to London?
Roughly 47 miles from the centre of London.
Can you come to a school event?
Yes, with the school’s permission for the van on site. Send us the date and the spot.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we’ll explain the options before you book.
Do you take everything away?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for visitors are worth planning.
What food do you serve?
Chip-shop favourites: cod, haddock, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Our menu has the details.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
For event organisers in Upper Farringdon
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Having the party at home? Send us a picture of the drive or the spot and the way in, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it works.
The process
You will know we’re ready when the smell of frying drifts over. After that, it is a steady flow to the hatch. December events in Upper Farringdon lose the light at about 4:00pm, so pitches need lighting; spring events have light until about 8:55pm by late May.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A photo of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Read more
- 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