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Party Fish and Chip Van for Kencot events
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your party in Kencot and the surrounding area.
- Christenings and naming days
- Garden get-togethers
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Fresh fish and chips in Kencot
Party fish and chip van in Kencot, fried fresh
You do not need to hire a hall: a chip van on the drive turns your home into the venue. Whether it’s summer garden parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, pie and chips and gravy.
Country parties near Kencot suit a chip van: fried fresh and eaten outside. Plan a firm spot in case it rains. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your party, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
- Location
- Kencot (OX18)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A takeaway order for a party takes ages and arrives lukewarm. The van cooks right there. Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: service time, menu, travel, any minimum and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Why Kencot hosts choose us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Classic food your guests already know
Read our prices page or the cost guide.
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The process
Rain doesn’t stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. Midsummer parties in Kencot stay bright until about 9:30pm, but by late September sunset is about 7:10pm. Fairy lights by the van help once it gets dark.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Give us a contact for the day
Getting a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the 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.
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Space, access and the venue
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but a few things matter:
- Lighting nearby for evening events
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Gravy
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your party in Kencot
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Peter?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Send us the address.
Is Kencot close to London?
Roughly 67 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Do you do street parties?
Often, yes. Start the road closure application early.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Usually, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
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.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Organising a club, school or community event in Kencot? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Kencot parties: what to know
Kencot is about 2 miles south-west of Carterton, in Oxfordshire. Give us the address of your party in Kencot, and we will plan the route and the parking spot. Kencot is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 16 miles away.
Historic houses near Kencot include Kelmscott Manor (4 miles south). For most parties, a home or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict vehicle rules.
Anywhere in OX18, we can bring the van to you. We also bring the van to parties in Alvescot (1 mile south-east), Shilton (2 miles north) and Bradwell (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also take the van to Abingdon-on-Thames (15 miles east), Witney (6 miles north-east), Wantage (13 miles south-east), Grove (12 miles south-east), Faringdon (6 miles south) and Kidlington (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Swinford Museum (1.9 miles west) and Longworth Hospital (5.9 miles south).
- Nearby schools include Carterton Community College (1.6 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Plough pub (under half a mile south-east)
Prices and what affects them
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, because of:
- Access and parking
- The day of the week
- Cod, haddock or both
- The length of service
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu and timing to match. A short menu is frequently the best value.
What we need to know
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where the van would park
- Expected numbers
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your party in Kencot, and we will come back with availability and a quote.
Occasions we serve in Kencot
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. It’s also a bit of fun.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Get-togethers with old friends
- Family celebrations after a christening
- Milestone birthdays
- Retirement parties
After a christening at a church like Church of St Peter, a chip van at home is an easy way to feed family and friends.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- The deposit and payment dates
- How allergens are handled
Should I sort the food myself?
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 normally the easier option.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van solves that by cooking on site.
- 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