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Party Fish and Chip Van in Bicester
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van for your party makes the food a highlight of your party in Bicester.
- Engagement parties
- Retirement celebrations
- Family reunions
Planning an event in Bicester?
Parties in Bicester: homes, halls and local tips
Bicester is about 11 miles north of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Across the OX26 area, we’ll come to your venue, home or workplace. We serve all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 11 miles away.
For party guests on the train, Bicester North station serves Bicester directly.
Here we cover the OX26 and OX27 postcode area, and we can serve your party anywhere in it. From Market Square, Market End Way and London Road or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. You’ll find Bicester on the A4095 and B4100, which makes the journey straightforward. Other places close to Bicester we cover include Bure Park (1 mile north), Caversfield (1 mile north), Bucknell (2 miles north-west), Stratton Audley (3 miles north-east) and Stoke Lyne (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Oxford (11 miles south), Banbury (14 miles north-west), Thame (13 miles south-east), Kidlington (8 miles south-west), Headington Quarry (10 miles south) and St John Street area (11 miles south-west). Being one of Oxfordshire’s larger places, Bicester has lots of places where the van can park.
A little further out are Bicester Community Hospital (within half a mile south) and Bicester Village (0.7 miles south). The countryside around Bicester includes Graven Hill and Woodsides Meadow.
- Nearby schools include Bicester Technology Studio (less than half a mile south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Plough pub (less than half a mile south-east)
Party fish and chip van in Bicester, cooked to order
We park on the drive or a firm spot near the party, with the serving hatch towards the garden. Popular choices include curry sauce, mushy peas and pie and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater street parties and neighbourhood events and naming days and christenings.
In Bicester, home and the local hall are popular party venues. The van works at both, as long as there is a spot outside. Timings are planned around your party, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
- Location
- Bicester (OX26, OX27)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. With a van, it is fried on the spot.
Looking after everyone
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To make it work smoothly:
- Let your neighbours know
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Show us where the van would go
We park on the agreed spot and set up, and serve as the party carries on.
A few lights around the van look great.
A chip van compared with other options
A hog roast is one dish, while a chip van gives people a choice. Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Why book our van in Bicester
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A clear quote before booking
- A menu almost everyone likes
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
Take a look at how we price or what a fish and chip van costs.
Nearby places to Bicester
Other occasions in Bicester
Perfect for your party in Bicester
It’s a real treat for guests.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Bicester book the van for events such as:
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Christenings and naming days
- Retirement celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
A christening at Church of St Edburg followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether travel is included
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- A clear list of what’s included
What a fish and chip van costs
The same numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- How long we serve
- Any minimum charge
- Numbers
- Access and parking
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.
Details that help
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- A picture of where the van would go
- Expected numbers
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
How it works
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, and chips are fried in batches through service. Midsummer parties in Bicester stay bright until about 9:25pm, while a late-September one is dark by about 7:10pm. Plan lights for the drive and the queue if you’re eating late.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
How to get a price
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your party, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, fill in our quote form.
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What the van needs
Before the day, we will agree where the van parks. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A short walk from the party
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
Common questions in Bicester
What’s the nearest station to Bicester?
Bicester has its own station: Bicester North station.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Edburg?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is normally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Tell us where you’ll gather.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Popular dates book up first, so contact us early.
What do you bring?
Everything is cooked in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
Is there something for children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
Can you do something for the children?
Yes. Children usually love sausage and chips. Include them in your numbers.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Working with your venue
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will confirm what we can provide.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
- 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