Milton Keynes · England
Fish and chip van hire in MK6
Fish and chip van hire across MK6, from Woolstone, Woughton on the Green and Simpson. For weddings, parties and work events, fried fresh at the hatch.
Planning an event in MK6?
Where we cater in MK6
Events we cater in MK6
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Funeral and wake catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Film and TV set catering
- Every service
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a price: send us your details through our quote form.
Our fish and chip van hire in MK6
The queue at the hatch is part of the fun. People chat, the smell drifts across, and the food arrives hot. We are often asked to cater wakes and gatherings after a funeral and garden parties and summer get-togethers, with cod and chips, mushy peas and sausage and chips.
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your event.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- Timings and the van’s spot are agreed in advance.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your guests.
- Everything goes out hot from the hatch, and we pack up afterwards.
Pricing in MK6
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
Why book with us
- No kitchen needed
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
- Hot food handed straight over
- Something for guests to gather round
Get a quote
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in MK6, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
Around Woolstone
We park up for events around The Barge Inn, Milton Keynes Academy and Shepherdswell Academy, among other places. Other local landmarks include Gyosei International School UK (0.9 miles north), The Woolstones Community Centre (less than half a mile north-east) and Campbell Park (0.8 miles west). Woolstone’s nearest station is Milton Keynes Central station, roughly 2.2 miles west of the centre. A little further out are National Film and Sci-Fi Museum (1.3 miles west) and Bradwell Motte (2.6 miles west). Green spaces within easy reach include Willen Lake and Blue Lagoon Park.
Planning a chip van in MK6
MK6 covers everything from Oakgrove, Woolstone and Woughton on the Green to 3 small villages and hamlets, and a chip van suits every kind of setting. Town bookings mean planning parking; village bookings mean planning access.
Woolstone: Coming by train? Milton Keynes Central station is about 2.2 miles away. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Shepherdswell Academy, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. In Woolstone, 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. In December it’s dark by about 3:55pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
How we price a fish and chip van
There are no hidden charges: the quote reflects:
- Any minimum charge
- The number of meals
- How far we travel
- Service time
Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Allergies and diets you know about
- A picture of the space and the way in
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will come back with a clear quote.
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Put allergy details in writing
- Flag any coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
Keep the menu short and the queue moves quickly.
Let everyone know when the food is ready, so they do not miss out.
Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
Should I sort the food myself?
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the event.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Before you choose a spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- A clear area by the serving hatch
MK6 questions
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Tell us where bins can go for people’s paper and trays.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. Send us a photo if you are not sure.
Do you have allergen information?
Yes, we can tell you which allergens are in each item. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Send us any allergies in writing.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Let us know which you’d prefer and we’ll confirm what we can offer.
Where do you take the van?
We cover London and the South East, including Milton Keynes. See all areas.
Do we need to provide anything?
Tell us what’s available at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
- 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