Oxfordshire · England
Fish and chip van hire in East Lockinge, Oxfordshire
Something for almost everyone: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van in East Lockinge.
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Weddings and evening receptions
Planning an event in East Lockinge?
Fish and chip van hire for your event in East Lockinge
Hiring a fish and chip van brings the chip shop to your door. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. Typical bookings include wakes and gatherings after a funeral and staff lunches and team days, serving pie and chips, sausage and chips and haddock and chips.
In a hamlet or village like East Lockinge, a farmyard or a neighbour’s field can make a good pitch. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Area
- East Lockinge (OX12)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Extras
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
FAQs for East Lockinge
Do you come out to small places like East Lockinge?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you come to venues in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
Is there a non-fish option?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Give us a rough idea of numbers.
Is a chip van good for a large crowd?
Often, yes. Give us your numbers and service time, and we’ll plan it with you.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we’ll explain the options before booking.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will confirm what we need.
Can fish and chips be the only food?
Yes. Fish and chips with mushy peas is a full meal.
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
Once everyone is fed, we pack up, leaving the pitch tidy.
Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.
Occasions we serve in East Lockinge
It is familiar, so nobody has to guess what they’re getting.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Evening wedding food
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Company team days
PTAs at schools such as King Alfred's frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
What your quote should include
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Payment terms and deposit
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Working with your venue
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
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.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
You could do a chip-shop run for everyone yourself, but it rarely works for a crowd. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. A van fries it right there, so it’s crisp.
Fish and chip van hire around East Lockinge
East Lockinge is about 2 miles east of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. Whether your event is in the middle of East Lockinge or on the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We take the van to 443 places in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from East Lockinge to Oxford (about 13 miles away).
After a service at Church of All Saints, the van can be waiting at a nearby hall or house. The North Wessex Downs National Landscape is within about 8 miles of East Lockinge. Check your venue’s rules on catering vans.
For events in OX12, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Ardington (1 mile north), West Hendred (1 mile north-east), East Hendred (2 miles north-east), Rowstock (3 miles east) and Farnborough (3 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Oxford (13 miles north-east), Didcot (6 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (8 miles north-east), Witney (15 miles north), Grove (3 miles north-west) and Faringdon (10 miles north-west).
Nearby you will also find Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (2.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near East Lockinge include Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Boar's Head pub (0.6 miles north)
Places near East Lockinge
Also in East Lockinge
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and usually costs more per head. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why book our van in East Lockinge
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No surprises in your quote
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Where the van can park in East Lockinge
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
What a fish and chip van costs
These are the factors that matter most:
- How long we serve
- The menu and how many choices
- The minimum booking
- How easy the site is to reach
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We will tell you up front.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Where the van would park
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
What happens on the day
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, park the van and get the fryers going. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. Around midsummer it stays light in East Lockinge until about 9:25pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:10pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- First, you send us your date, address, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the space for the van, then send a quote.
- On the day, we park on the agreed spot and set up.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch at the agreed time.
- When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Check the way in for low branches, cables and narrow gates
- Get permission for the van from the venue
How to get a price
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll check availability right away.
Related guides
- 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