Buckinghamshire · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Broughton Crossing
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van hire in Broughton Crossing.
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Company team days
A chip van near Broughton Crossing
Should I sort the food myself?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
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.
How our fish and chip van hire works in Broughton Crossing
Queuing at the hatch is half the experience. People gather, catch up and get their food straight from the fryer. Whether it’s festive get-togethers and big birthdays, we can cook haddock and chips, cod and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
Somewhere like Broughton Crossing, a yard or firm field often works. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer before you book.
- Location
- Broughton Crossing (HP22, HP20)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
FAQs for Broughton Crossing
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St James: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Is Broughton Crossing close to London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
When should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear the van’s area after service. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
We bring the van to your event, set up, heat the fryers and cook to order, serving from the hatch at the time you choose.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Is grass a problem?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Do you bring everything you need?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
Other occasions in Broughton Crossing
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A spot near your guests
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Broughton Crossing
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
How the day works
Your timings come first. If the day runs behind, we simply start frying a little later, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Evenings in Broughton Crossing stay light until about 9:25pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:05pm; once it is dark, we need light by the hatch and the queue.
- Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
- We come back with availability and a clear price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Tell us about your event in Broughton Crossing, and we will check the date and send a price.
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Organising for someone else?
If you are booking for a business, tell us how you’d like to handle the booking and payment, and we’ll talk you through the process. We’re happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips.
What affects the price in Broughton Crossing
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Your choice of menu
- Whether a minimum applies
- The date and time of year
- Travel, tolls and road charges
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- The date and time of the event
- A photo of the parking spot
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Broughton Crossing
Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, young and old alike. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Community events and fairs
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Big birthdays
Churches such as Church of St James rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by normally does.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- A clear list of what’s included
- VAT, if it applies
- What the van needs: space, access, power
A chip van compared with other options
Plated meals need a kitchen and a bigger team. A van needs only a level spot and permission to park. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why Broughton Crossing hosts choose us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- A clear quote before you book
- All the chip-shop extras
Read our pricing or the cost guide.
Broughton Crossing: venues, parking and local tips
Broughton Crossing is about 1 mile east of Elmhurst, in Buckinghamshire. Bookings in Broughton Crossing come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve 263 places in Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Broughton Crossing to Milton Keynes (about 15 miles away).
If guests are travelling by rail, the closest railway station is Aylesbury station, roughly 1.5 miles south-west of the centre. For a fundraiser at a school like Bierton Church of England Combined School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. The Chilterns National Landscape is within about 5 miles of Broughton Crossing, and some venues there have rules about vehicles on site. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
This part of Buckinghamshire takes in HP22 and HP20, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. That could mean an event at a home on Erle Road, Chaff Road and Bobby Road, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. For events just outside Broughton Crossing, we cover Burcott (1 mile north-east), Broughton (1 mile east), Bierton (1 mile north), Turnfurlong (1 mile south-west) and Bedgrove (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include High Wycombe (14 miles south), Chesham (11 miles south-east), Buckingham (15 miles north-west), Amersham (13 miles south-east), Princes Risborough (7 miles south) and Haydon Hill (3 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Friars Square (1.4 miles south-west) and Roald Dahl Children's Gallery (1.4 miles west). The countryside around Broughton Crossing includes Haddington Hill and Dancersend Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Stocklake Park Community School (0.9 miles west) and Aylesbury Grammar School (1 mile south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Dog House (under half a mile north-east)
- 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