Oxfordshire · England
Fish and chip van for parties in Farnborough, Oxfordshire
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Party fish and chip van in Farnborough.
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Anniversary celebrations
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
Party fish and chip van in Farnborough
How the day works
We work to your timings. If things run late, we hold off cooking until you are ready, so the food is still fresh when it’s served. Sunset in Farnborough is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June. After dark, light the area around the van.
- First, tell us about your party.
- You get an availability check and a clear quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
How to prepare
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Give us the details of your party, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
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About our party fish and chip van in Farnborough
For children, there is sausage and chips, so one van feeds the whole party. We are frequently asked to cater street parties and neighbourhood events and engagement parties, with cod and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips.
Country parties near Farnborough suit a chip van: cooked to order and eaten on the lawn. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. You will know what’s included before booking: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Farnborough (OX12)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 24 October 2026
Should I sort the food myself?
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.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
Food your guests will love
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Farnborough questions
Do you come out to small places like Farnborough?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Farnborough from London?
About 55 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Send us any allergies in writing.
Is grass a problem?
Usually, if it’s firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Do you cover Farnborough?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Farnborough. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we will plan service around it.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, rather than made in advance.
What does it cost to hire the van?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
Parties in Farnborough: homes, halls and local tips
Farnborough is about 4 miles south-east of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. People in Farnborough book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. Farnborough is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 16 miles away.
Farnborough is within about 7 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We cover parties in every part of the OX12 postcode area. For parties just outside Farnborough, we cover Catmore (2 miles south-east), Brightwalton (2 miles south), Brightwalton Green (2 miles south), West Ilsley (3 miles east) and Stanmore (3 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Didcot (8 miles north-east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles north), Wantage (4 miles north-west), Grove (6 miles north-west), Faringdon (12 miles north-west) and Benson (13 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Atlas Computer Laboratory (3.8 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
Space, access and the venue
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We look for:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
On the menu in Farnborough
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
Occasions we serve in Farnborough
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. It is also a bit of fun.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Street parties and neighbourhood events
- Family parties with children
- Milestone birthdays
A christening at Church of All Saints followed by fish and chips on the drive is a simple, popular plan.
Before booking anyone
- How many hours the van serves
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- What they can offer for dietary needs
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Arrange an alternative if needed
- Let your neighbours know
- Ensure the van can park legally
- Send us a photo of the drive
Put bins and napkins near the hatch.
A few lights around the van look great.
Planners, venues and businesses
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.
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will tell you honestly whether it works.
Is a fish and chip van right for your party?
Next to a DIY barbecue, a chip van means nobody is stuck at the grill. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Why us?
- Events in Farnborough and across Oxfordshire
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- A van that becomes part of the event
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Also near Farnborough
What else we do in Farnborough
- 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