Van Conversions
Looking to turn your van or chassis cab into a fully functional catering unit? At A & R Willis Catering Trailers, we specialise in bespoke van conversions designed to fit your specific business needs—whether you're trading from a compact van at a roadside pitch or serving food at local events.
We can convert almost any van model, tailoring every detail to make sure your space works beautifully for both prep and service. With years of hands-on experience in catering trailer and vehicle conversions, our team knows how to maximise even the most limited space to deliver professional, safe, and practical builds.
Why Choose a Van Conversion?
Van and chassis cab conversions are ideal for:
- Street food traders
- Mobile coffee vans
- Breakfast and snack vendors
- Market stall operators
- Roadside or fixed pitch businesses
They’re compact, flexible, and relatively easy to operate—making them perfect for first-time traders and experienced caterers alike.
What We Offer
Our customers typically source the base vehicle and bring it to us for conversion. If you’re unsure what type of van or chassis cab to purchase, we’re happy to offer advice based on your goals and requirements.
Our standard conversion includes:
- One serving hatch with lift-up top sign (custom placement and sizing)
- Drop-down customer shelf
- Ply-lined walls and flooring
- Stainless steel wall coverings
- White-lined ceiling with recessed lighting
- Heavy-duty non-slip vinyl flooring
- Stainless steel worktops
- Custom shelving and storage as required
- Twin sinks with chrome mixer taps
- Water cupboard with custom doors
- 5-gallon boiler
- Full electrical and gas installations (if required)
- Pumped water system (gas or electric heater)
- Up to 5 double sockets, RCD/MCB consumer unit, 16-amp external hookup
We can also fabricate or modify chassis boxes—whether replacing sections, rebuilding from scratch, or building out the shell.
Optional Features & Extras:
- Custom top signs, wing boards, and menu boards
- Full-colour spray or vinyl wrap
- Signwriting and branded graphics
- Installation of customer-supplied catering equipment
- Full commercial kit sourcing and fitment
- Secure gas boxes and specialist lighting
Quality Assured
- 24-month back-to-base warranty on all conversion work
- Gas Safe Certification for all gas installations
- 12-month manufacturer’s warranties on equipment supplied by us
Your van should be an asset, not a compromise. That’s why we take the time to build conversions that meet safety regulations, look professional, and deliver the performance you need on the job.
Get in Touch
Need a quote or have questions about van conversions?
Call us at 01763 852000 or email info@arwilliscateringtrailers.co.uk. We’ll be happy to walk you through the process.