Oxfordshire · England
Fish and chip van hire in Hardwick, Oxfordshire
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Fish and chip van hire in Hardwick.
- Care home visits
- Birthday celebrations
- Weddings and evening receptions
Planning an event in Hardwick?
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Hardwick
There is something generous about fish and chips: big pieces of fish, crisp batter and a mountain of chips. It turns a meal into an occasion. Typical bookings include company team days and village fêtes and school fairs, with cod and chips, curry sauce and sausage and chips.
Somewhere as small as Hardwick, a field, yard or drive is frequently the spot. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm ground matters more than anything. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Location
- Hardwick (OX27)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Diets, allergies and planning
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we’ll be straight with you about what’s possible. To make it work smoothly:
- Have bins and napkins near the hatch
- Have a back-up for anyone who can’t eat from the van
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
- Count children separately
Keep the menu short and the queue moves quickly, especially when everyone wants to eat at once.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
How we price a fish and chip van
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The date and time of year
- How easy the site is to reach
- How many people are eating
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It’s worth asking early.
What we need to know
To check availability and price, we need:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where the van would park
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
Where the van can park in Hardwick
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. In general, we need:
- A spot near your guests
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Mushy peas
A fish and chip van or other catering?
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, nobody misses the event. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why Hardwick hosts choose us
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Quick service from the hatch
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
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.
Hardwick questions
How far is Hardwick from London?
Roughly 56 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is typically served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for guests.
How soon do we need to book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Nearby places to Hardwick
What else we do in Hardwick
The process
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your event. By late September, sunset in Hardwick is around 7:10pm, and at Christmas it comes at about 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check availability and access and send a clear quote.
- We arrive early, set up and get the fryers hot.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch at the agreed time.
- We pack up afterwards and leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Let us know the serving time
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
Get a quote
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it’s lovely with a pie.
Fish and chip van hire around Hardwick
Hardwick is about 4 miles north of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Tell us where your event in Hardwick will be, and we will plan access and set-up. Hardwick is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we bring the van. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 15 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, Bicester North station, about 4.2 miles south, is the nearest station.
This part of Oxfordshire takes in OX27. For events just outside Hardwick, we cover Hethe (1 mile east), Stoke Lyne (1 mile south-west), Fringford (2 miles east), Bucknell (3 miles south-west) and Stratton Audley (3 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Oxford (15 miles south), Banbury (10 miles north-west), Bicester (4 miles south), Kidlington (11 miles south-west), Headington Quarry (14 miles south) and Bure Park (4 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Ardley Castle (2.8 miles south-west) and Bicester Community Hospital (4.6 miles south).
- Pubs nearby include Whitmore Arms Public House (1 mile east)
Organising for someone else?
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.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
- 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