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Party Fish and Chip Van for Lamport events
Party fish and chip van in Lamport: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- Naming days and christenings
- Street parties
- Summer garden parties
Planning an event in Lamport?
How our party fish and chip van works in Lamport
You do not need to hire a hall: a chip van on the drive turns your home into the venue. We serve pie and chips, sausage and chips and curry sauce, and we’re regularly asked to cater big birthdays and reunions and family get-togethers.
A country party near Lamport is perfect for fish and chips: fried fresh and eaten outside. Have a firm back-up spot for wet weather. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your party, so the batter is still crisp when it is handed over.
- Location
- Lamport (MK18)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- From the fryer
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- Sides
- Gravy, mushy peas, curry sauce
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Lighting nearby for evening events
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Lamport
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
Lamport parties: what to know
Lamport is about 2 miles north of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. For parties in Lamport, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Lamport. Lamport is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Lamport to Milton Keynes (about 10 miles away).
Christenings and naming days frequently start at a local church such as Parish Church of St Mary, with fish and chips at home or in a hall afterwards. Among the historic houses close to Lamport are Stowe House (0.9 miles west). If you’re hiring a historic venue for a big birthday, check its rules on catering vans first.
This part of Buckinghamshire takes in MK18, and we can serve your party anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we serve parties include Akeley (1 mile east), Maids Moreton (1 mile south-east), Lillingstone Lovell (3 miles north-east) and Leckhampstead (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Haydon Hill (15 miles south-east), Winslow (8 miles south-east), Steeple Claydon (6 miles south), Tingewick (3 miles south-west), Whitchurch (12 miles south-east) and Quainton (11 miles south).
Nearby you will also find The Menagerie (0.9 miles west) and Buckingham Castle (2.2 miles south). Open spaces near Lamport include Buckingham Sand Pit.
- Nearby schools include St James and St John CofE Primary School (0.8 miles south) and Buckingham School (2.4 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Queen's Head pub (0.9 miles south)
A chip van compared with other options
A buffet is easy but forgettable. A chip van gives guests something to talk about. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your party.
Why book with us
- No kitchen needed
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- Events in Lamport and across Buckinghamshire
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
The process
We get there well before service, set up and bring the oil up to temperature. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. Sunset in Lamport drops to about 7:10pm by late September and 3:55pm by December, so think about lighting by the van.
- We start with a few details about your party.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- We cook to order on the day for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Getting ready for the day
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Give us a contact for the day
How to get a price
We only need a few details to quote: the date, where the van would park, roughly how many people and when you’d like to eat. You can use our quote form.
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Lamport: your questions answered
Could you trade in Stowe Park and Garden?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council. Ask them first.
Can you serve after a service at Parish Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
What if we only have street parking?
That depends on local parking rules. Off-road parking is usually simpler; for the street, check the council’s rules.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we’ll tell you what we can do before you book.
Do we need to provide equipment?
Everything is cooked in the van. Let us know what’s available at the site.
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.
Will the van fit on our drive?
Usually, if the drive is level and firm and the van can get in. Send a picture of the drive and the way in.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we will plan for them.
Prices and what affects them
We’ll give you a clear quote. What affects it most:
- Whether a minimum applies
- How easy the site is to reach
- Your choice of menu
- Numbers
The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The date and time of the event
- Allergies and diets you know about
Send us the date, the address or MK18 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we will reply with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Lamport
With a van, the host gets to enjoy the party. It’s also a bit of fun.
Here are some of the occasions we serve:
- Engagement parties
- Children’s parties
- Big birthdays
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Parks such as Stowe Park and Garden normally need permission from the council or landowner for a catering van, so check first.
Before booking anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- Whether there is a minimum
- The deposit and payment dates
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
A pie and chips is proper comfort food, and it’s a favourite in colder months.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
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.
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Planning for dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer. To get it right:
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Tell the neighbours the van is coming
- A picture of the parking spot helps
- Count children separately
Let the neighbours know the van is coming, or invite them.
Your own cake makes the perfect finish.
- 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