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Fish and Chip Van Hire for Emmington events
Fish and chip van hire in Emmington: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Staff lunches and team days
- Garden get-togethers
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
Fish and chip van hire in Emmington
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
How our fish and chip van hire works in Emmington
We keep the menu to the classics: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus the sides everyone expects. Fewer choices means fresher food and shorter waits. For work Christmas parties and milestone birthday parties, we can cook curry sauce, cod and chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
In a rural place like Emmington, fish and chips in a field feels just right. Tell us about gates, tracks and the ground. We plan the timings around your day, so the food is ready when you want to eat.
- Area
- Emmington (OX39)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Emmington: venues, parking and local tips
Emmington is about 3 miles south-east of Thame, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in OX39, we can fry fresh for your guests. Emmington is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Emmington to Oxford (about 13 miles away).
For a fundraiser at a school like Mill Lane Community Primary School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. If you are gathering after a service at a church like Church of St Nicholas, a nearby hall car park or drive suits the van. Emmington is within about 5 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape. Ask your venue about vehicle access.
Anywhere in OX39, we can fry fresh for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Nearby, we also serve events in Sydenham (1 mile south-west), Kingston Stert (1 mile south-west), Chinnor (1 mile south-east), Towersey (2 miles north) and Thame (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (13 miles west), Didcot (15 miles south-west), Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles west), Henley-on-Thames (13 miles south), Benson (10 miles south-west) and Headington Quarry (12 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Thame Museum (3.1 miles north-west) and Thame Community Hospital (2.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Emmington include Bald Hill and Oakley Hill nature reserve.
- Nearby, you will find The Inn at Emmington (less than half a mile south-east)
Common questions in Emmington
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Nicholas: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you will gather.
Do you come to venues in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will work to whatever the site needs.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Both are on our menu; we will agree the choice when we quote.
What does the van need?
Not much: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you’re not sure.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we’ll take it from there.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
Not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Tell us about any coeliac guests and we will explain the options before you book.
Do you do anything other than fish?
There is: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
Is there something for children?
Yes. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Include children in your numbers.
How we price a fish and chip van
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether a minimum applies
- Service time
- The menu and how many choices
- The day of the week
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
What we need to know
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Still finalising the details? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we’ll quote on that. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
What else we do in Emmington
Perfect for your event in Emmington
It needs no kitchen, so it works on drives, car parks and showgrounds where plated meals are hard.
These are some of the bookings we take:
- Work Christmas parties
- Big birthdays
- Company team days
- Summer garden parties
For guests coming by train, Princes Risborough station, about 3.8 miles east, is the nearest station.
Before you book anyone
- Allergen information for each item
- The van’s size and access needs
- How late numbers can change
- What happens if plans change
A chip van compared with other options
For food that suits almost everyone, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice. Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
What you get with us
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A clear quote before you book
- Events in Emmington and across Oxfordshire
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Have a back-up for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
After service, we pack up.
Put the menu up by the hatch so people decide while they wait.
A closer look at the menu
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion, so we bring it along.
Planning the van’s spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- A clear way in, with no low branches, cables or narrow gates
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
On the menu in Emmington
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Cod and chips
The process
There is very little for you to do on the day: point us to the spot and get on with your event. We handle the cooking and serving. In Emmington, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening events are generally served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, 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.
- We arrive early, set up and get the fryers hot.
- Everything is fried fresh and handed over from the hatch.
- When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Before we arrive
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Getting a price
Every quote is worked out for your event. Start with your date, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.
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