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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Yarnton
Fish and chip van for events in Yarnton: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Festivals
- Fundraisers
- Church fêtes
A chip van near Yarnton
Fish and chip van for events in Yarnton, fried fresh
Give us the date, pitch and expected numbers, and we will let you know if we’re available. We serve haddock and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips, and we’re frequently booked for country shows and summer fairs.
A fête near Yarnton might be on a field with no mains power; let us know and we’ll plan for it. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it is hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
- Location
- Yarnton (OX5)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Settle the pitch terms early
Mark out the queue area away from walkways, especially near rides and games.
Let visitors know there’s a chip van.
What the van needs
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- Somewhere firm if it rains
- Space for a queue away from paths
- A clear route onto the pitch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Yarnton questions
Which station is closest to Yarnton?
The closest is Oxford Parkway station, roughly 1.4 miles away.
How far is Yarnton from London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
Do you fry it on site?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Is the fish gluten-free?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do.
Do you do anything other than fish?
Yes: sausage and chips or pie and chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and we will advise.
Can you cater for allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Yarnton?
We keep cooking in the rain.
These are some of the bookings we take around Yarnton:
- Community open days
- Feeding event crew
- Sports days
- Agricultural and country shows
If you are organising a summer fair or sports day for a school such as William Fletcher Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser.
What your quote should include
- How allergens are handled
- Payment terms and deposit
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How much space the van takes up
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
Event catering near Yarnton
Yarnton is about 5 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. For events in Yarnton, the van can park on drives, in car parks and yards, and on firm lawns and fields. We serve all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
For anyone arriving by train, Oxford Parkway station is about 1.4 miles away. Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of St Bartholomew, are a natural home for a chip van.
Wherever your event is in OX5, we can fry fresh for your visitors. From Dashwood Avenue, Spencer Avenue and Merton Way or a nearby road, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to Yarnton we cover include Begbroke (1 mile north-west), Worton (1 mile west), Thrupp (2 miles north), Bladon (2 miles north-west) and Shipton-on-Cherwell (3 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Oxford (5 miles south-east), Didcot (14 miles south), Bicester (9 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles south), Witney (8 miles west) and Carterton (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Acland Hospital (3.8 miles south-east) and Oxford Castle (4.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Harcourt Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
- Schools near Yarnton include Gosford Hill School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion pub (within half a mile south-west)
What happens on the day
Serving is straightforward: food goes from the fryer to the hatch. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. December events in Yarnton lose the light at about 3:55pm, so pitches need lighting; in late May there is light until about 9:00pm.
- 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.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
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Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
At a small fête, one good trader may be all you need. The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why Yarnton hosts choose us
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- No surprises in your quote
- Quick service from the hatch
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How long we serve
- Access and parking
- The number of meals
- Distance and any road charges
Compared with a sit-down meal, a fish and chip van is often good value, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the space and the way in
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you’re ready, use 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