Milton Keynes · England
Fish and chip van hire in MK14
A mobile fish and chip van across MK14, from Great Linford, Milton Keynes and Bradville. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.
Fish and chip van hire in MK14
Towns and villages in MK14
Occasions in MK14
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Fish and chip van hire
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Film and TV set catering
- See everything we do
Send us your event details and postcode for a quote: use our quote form.
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Fish and chip van hire in MK14: what to expect
There is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. All it needs is a level spot it can reach, which suits drives, yards, car parks and firm lawns. We are frequently asked to cater Fêtes, fairs and school events and work Christmas parties, serving gravy, mushy peas and pie and chips.
The van turns up at the agreed time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out at the time you asked for.
- First, you send us your date, address, numbers and serving time.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We arrive early, set up and get the fryers hot.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch at the agreed time.
- When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Cost
Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
What you get with us
- Bookings across Milton Keynes, including MK14
- Something for guests to gather round
- A clear quote before booking
- Hot food handed straight over
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Landmarks near Great Linford
Around Great Linford, we take the van to homes and venues near Webber Independent School, Church of St Andrew and The Black Horse Inn, among other places. Also close by are Great Linford Primary School (within half a mile east), Campbell Park (1.7 miles south-east) and Stantonbury Campus (0.6 miles south-west). For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Wolverton station, roughly 1.7 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Bradwell Motte (1.7 miles south-west) and Milton Keynes University Hospital (3.1 miles south). Green spaces within easy reach include Little Linford Wood and Tongwell Lake.
Fish and chip van hire in MK14: local guide
MK14 covers everything from Bradville, Great Linford and Tongwell to 1 small villages and hamlets, and the van works in all of them. In towns, plan parking and access; in villages, tell us about lanes and ground.
Great Linford: Historic houses near Great Linford include Linford Manor (less than half a mile north-east) and Bletchley Park (4.9 miles south). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Wolverton station, about 1.7 miles west. In Great Linford, the sun sets at about 9:25pm in late June and about 7:05pm in late September, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. For winter events, when it is dark by about 3:55pm, the van and the queue need lighting.
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we will let you know if the van will fit.
What the van needs
We’ll agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- A short walk from the party
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- Space for people to queue at the hatch
Is a fish and chip van right for you?
Next to a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which helps if some guests do not eat pork.
What your quote should include
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- How much space the van takes up
- How allergens are handled
What comes out of the fryer
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Cod and chips
For many people, cod and chips is the definitive version. Cooked fresh at the hatch, it goes out hot and crisp.
What a fish and chip van costs
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The number of meals
- The minimum booking
- Parking and the way in
- The date and time of year
The cost per head typically falls as numbers rise, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Details that help
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- The venue or postcode
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. Start when you are ready: fill in our quote form.
MK14: your questions answered
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a hard surface or firm, dry grass, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
What does it cost to hire the van?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we’ll confirm what we need.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Typically, if it is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Which fish do you use?
Tell us your preference when you book and we will confirm what we can offer.
Can you cook in the rain?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Does the batter contain gluten?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
- 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