Buckinghamshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events for Waterside events
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Waterside and across Buckinghamshire.
- Horse and dog shows
- Music and food festivals
- Fundraisers
Planning an event in Waterside?
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Waterside
When there is hot food, people stay longer. We are often asked to cater charity fundraisers and community events and school summer fairs, with haddock and chips, cod and chips and chips.
At a fête or show near Waterside, we can bring hot food to a field. Tell us about the ground and the way in. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
- Area
- Waterside (HP5)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Where the van can park in Waterside
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- Details of any power or water on site
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
How it works
Changes on the day are fine: we will adjust start times and pace to suit your event. Winter fairs in Waterside are dark by about 3:55pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there’s light until about 8:55pm.
- Get in touch with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we’ll confirm it works.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your visitors.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Let us know the serving time
Ask for a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
Planning help
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
At a small fête, one good trader may be all you need, with cakes and teas alongside. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why us?
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No surprises in your quote
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Takeaway run or book a van?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Towns and villages near Waterside
Also in Waterside
For planners, venues and organisers
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Occasions we serve in Waterside
It keeps people on site.
These are some of the bookings we take in Waterside and Buckinghamshire:
- Community festivals
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- School fairs and sports days
- Agricultural and country shows
A summer fête at Christ Church is the classic setting for a fish and chip van.
Questions to ask before booking
- How many hours the van serves
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Allergies and dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs and allergies early, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Plan something for visitors we can’t cater for
Plan where the queue forms.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
Waterside questions
How far is Waterside from London?
Roughly 26 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you trade at school fairs around Waterside?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the van would go.
What food do you serve?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Is everything cooked fresh?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so it is fried on the spot, rather than made in advance.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Ask your council early.
When do you arrive?
We get there in good time to set up. We’ll agree arrival and serving times with you.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
Community events around Waterside
Waterside is about 1 mile south of Chesham, in Buckinghamshire. People in Waterside book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve all 263 towns and villages across Buckinghamshire. We serve events right across the region, from Waterside to Reading (24 miles away).
School fairs, for a school like Waterside Primary Academy, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van. If visitors are coming by train, Amersham station is about 1.6 miles away. Events in and around the Chilterns National Landscape, within about 5 miles of Waterside, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
Anywhere in HP5, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Moor Road, Trapp's Lane and Hodds Wood Road; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. Close by, we cover events in Chesham Bois (1 mile south), Amersham (1 mile south), Amersham on the Hill (2 miles south), Hyde Heath (2 miles west) and Woodrow (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (12 miles north-west), High Wycombe (8 miles south-west), Marlow (11 miles south-west), Beaconsfield (6 miles south), Chalfont St Peter (7 miles south) and Elmhurst (13 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Amersham Hospital (2.5 miles south) and Hawridge Court (3.3 miles north). The countryside around Waterside includes Sands Bank.
- Nearby schools include Chesham Grammar School (0.8 miles north) and Home Tuition Service (1.5 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Pheasant pub (less than half a mile south)
About the food
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce and it is on the menu.
- 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