Oxfordshire · England
Fish and chip van hire in Yarnton, Oxfordshire
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van in Yarnton and the surrounding area.
- Community events and fairs
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Gatherings after a funeral
Planning an event in Yarnton?
DIY versus a fish and chip van
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is typically the easier option.
About our fish and chip van hire in Yarnton
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. We’re frequently asked to cater staff lunches and team days and fish and chip days at care homes, serving mushy peas, cod and chips and pie and chips.
In a small place like Yarnton, the van frequently parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm, dry ground is the key. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
- Where
- Yarnton (OX5)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Bringing the van to Yarnton
Yarnton is about 5 miles north-west of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Yarnton is well within our area, so all we need is your date, a parking spot and a time to serve. We cover 443 places across Oxfordshire.
Nearby historic houses include Blenheim Palace (3.2 miles north-west) and Holywell Manor, Oxford (4.4 miles south-east). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book. Coming by train? The nearest station is Oxford Parkway station, about 1.4 miles east.
Events anywhere in OX5 start with a parking spot for the van. Your event could be at a house on Dashwood Avenue, Spencer Avenue and Merton Way or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. For events just outside Yarnton, we cover 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). Larger places within reach include 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).
Well-known places in the area include Acland Hospital (3.8 miles south-east) and Oxford Castle (4.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Yarnton include Harcourt Hill and Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds.
- Schools near Yarnton include Gosford Hill School (1.4 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Red Lion pub (under half a mile south-west)
Common questions in Yarnton
We’re gathering after a service at Church of St Bartholomew: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Food is usually served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Which station is closest to Yarnton?
Oxford Parkway station, about 1.4 miles east of the centre.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
Can you park on the road outside?
Only in a legal space, or with the council’s permission. Check with your council first.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes. We fry to order in the van at your venue, and serve straight from the hatch.
Which fish do you use?
Tell us your preference when you book and we will confirm the menu.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. Guests will appreciate cover near the hatch.
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. Ask the council or landowner early.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
With a barbecue, somebody ends up cooking all afternoon. With a van, nobody misses the event. The cost per head usually falls as numbers rise, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why Yarnton hosts choose us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Events in Yarnton and across Oxfordshire
- Quick service from the hatch
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Take a look at our prices page and what a fish and chip van costs.
Occasions we serve in Yarnton
Everyone knows what they’re getting, which takes the worry out of feeding a mixed crowd.
Here are some of the occasions we serve in Yarnton and Oxfordshire:
- Wakes and celebrations of life
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Visits to care homes and day centres
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as Church of St Bartholomew, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- Whether travel is included
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Payment terms and deposit
Planning the van’s spot
We will be honest if a spot won’t work, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Confirmation that the van can park there
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
Also in Yarnton
Diets, allergies and planning
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Put allergy details in writing
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Fewer choices mean faster service
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We park, set up, fry and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
Let everyone know when the food is ready, so they do not miss out.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Service time
- Distance and any road charges
- Cod, haddock or both
- The minimum booking
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We’ll tell you up front.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the event is
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The date and time of the event
Still finalising the details? That is fine: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
What happens on the day
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your event. By late September, sunset in Yarnton is around 7:10pm, and in December it is nearer 3:55pm. After dark, a lit path to the van makes a difference.
- We start with a few details 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 guests.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Let us know the serving time
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We will come back with a clear quote.
Planning help
- 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