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Fish and chip van hire in Isle of Wight

Cod, haddock and chips for events in all 125 towns and villages of the Isle of Wight, fried to order at your event.

A chip van across the Isle of Wight

Events we cater in Isle of Wight

Choose a service to see every town we cover for it in Isle of Wight, or pick your town from the list below.

Larger towns

About fish and chip van hire in the Isle of Wight

Queuing at the hatch is half the experience. People gather, catch up and get their food straight from the fryer. Typical bookings include wakes and celebrations of life and birthday celebrations, serving haddock and chips, gravy and curry sauce.

We arrive on time, pulls onto the spot you’ve chosen. Once the oil is hot, the first portions go out right on schedule.

Tell us what you are planning and when you’d like to eat.
You hear back on the date and the price.
We agree exactly where the van parks.
Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
The pitch is left tidy when we go.

Prices in the Isle of Wight

Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It is worth asking early.

Why hosts in the Isle of Wight choose us

A quote that spells everything out
Bookings across the Isle of Wight, including the Isle of Wight
Served hot, straight from the hatch
No kitchen needed

Get a quote

Planning a fish and chip van in the Isle of Wight? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. To get in touch, fill in our quote form.

Local landmarks in Newport

In Newport, that can mean an event near Castle Inn, The Man in the Moon and Seaclose Park and the streets around them. Also close by are Christ The King College (0.6 miles south-west), Island Innovation VI Form Campus (less than half a mile south-east) and Nine Acres Primary School (less than half a mile south). Well-known places in the area include Carisbrooke Castle (1 mile south-west) and St Mary's Hospital (0.8 miles north). Open spaces near Newport include Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Mill Hill.

Planning a chip van in the Isle of Wight

The Isle of Wight covers everything from Newport, Ryde and Cowes to 102 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. 116 of the places we cover in the Isle of Wight are within about 6 miles of the sea, so we often plan a sheltered side for the queue, and fish and chips feels right at home.

Newport: Within reach of Newport are historic houses such as Carisbrooke Castle (1 mile south-west) and Gatcombe House (2.5 miles south). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book. School fairs and fundraisers, for a school such as Nine Acres Primary School, can book the van as a food stall. Around midsummer it stays light in Newport until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:10pm, so summer evening events are usually served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.

Occasions we serve in the Isle of Wight

Fish and chips suits nearly every crowd, young and old alike. It also gives people something to queue and chat over.

Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In the Isle of Wight, people book us for occasions like:

Festive get-togethers
Staff lunches and team days
Weddings and evening receptions
Milestone birthday parties

A fish and chip van or other catering?

Next to a hog roast, a chip van offers fish, sausages and pies rather than one dish, which helps if some guests don’t eat pork.

Questions to ask before booking

What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
VAT, if it applies
How allergens are handled

Food your guests will love

Sausage and chips

Sausage and chips covers anyone who doesn’t want fish, and it’s a favourite with children.

Mushy peas

No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.

What affects the price in the Isle of Wight

There’s nothing hidden: the price is based on:

Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
How easy the site is to reach
Your choice of menu
Travel, tolls and road charges

Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so tell us exactly where your event is.

Details that help

The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:

Dietary needs, with numbers
Rough numbers for adults and children
The date and when you’d like to eat
How to get in: gates, lanes and ground

Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we are available that day.

DIY versus a fish and chip van

Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. A van is designed for exactly this.

Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.

Questions from the Isle of Wight

When should we book?

The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.

Do you bring everything you need?

The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.

Can the van park on the street?

That depends on local parking rules. A drive, car park or yard is typically easier; if it has to be the street, check with the council.

What does it cost to hire the van?

Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we will reply with a price.

What areas do you cover?

We take the van across London and the South East, including the Isle of Wight. See all areas.

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.