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Corporate fish and chip catering in Crofton, Hampshire
Corporate fish and chip catering in Crofton: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch.
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Corporate fish and chip catering in Crofton
What the van needs
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
What we serve
- Cod and chips
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Staff lunches
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
Corporate fish and chip catering for your staff event in Crofton
Service is timed to your lunch break or shift pattern, so each group can eat within its break. Popular choices include pie and chips, sausage and chips and mushy peas, and we are frequently booked for team away days and charity days.
Near Crofton, workplaces can be far from shops, so a chip van lunch is welcome. We cook inside the van, right where your staff are, so the batter is still crisp when it’s handed over.
Step by step
Nothing gathers a crowd like the smell of fish and chips. Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, with chips cooked in batches as the queue moves. In Crofton, a summer staff event stays light until about 9:20pm; for winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, we need lighting.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we’re done.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
How to get a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and we will reply with a quote. Just send us your details through our quote form.
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Crofton for staff days and team lunches
Crofton is about 1 mile east of Stubbington, in Hampshire. From the centre of Crofton to the outskirts, the service works the same way: fish and chips fried to order, served hot and quoted clearly. We take the van to 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 11 miles away.
Crofton sits roughly 67 miles from central London, well within our area. The coast is within about 6 miles, so a chip van lunch feels like a day at the seaside.
We serve staff events across PO14 and PO13. Whether your staff event is on Mark's Road, Gosport Road and Newgate Lane or anywhere nearby, we will bring the van to you. Other places close to Crofton we cover include Peel Common (1 mile east), Rowner (1 mile east), Bridgemary (1 mile east), Lee-on-the-Solent (1 mile south) and Fareham (2 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-west), Horndean (10 miles north-east), Totton (15 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles north-west) and Hedge End (8 miles north-west).
A little further out are Gosport War Memorial Hospital (3 miles south-east) and Carron Row Farm Museum (3 miles north-west). The countryside around Crofton includes Portsdown Hill and West of the River Alver.
- Schools near Crofton include Baycroft School (within half a mile west) and Peel Common Infant School and Nursery Unit (0.5 miles east)
What affects the price in Crofton
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The length of service
- The minimum booking
- Distance and any road charges
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Details that help
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Organising for someone else?
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. The council or landowner will tell you what they need.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Collect allergies in advance
- Ask facilities about access
- Have a back-up for special diets
- Confirm allergies by email
We can serve each shift in turn.
A few tables or benches outside make it a proper break.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there’s pie and chips.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
For a small group, making your own food can work. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and nobody has to miss the staff event.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Crofton?
Next to a sandwich lunch, fish and chips feels like a real thank-you. 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 staff event.
Why book with us
- Events in Crofton and across Hampshire
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- All the chip-shop extras
- No surprises in your quote
FAQs for Crofton
Is Crofton close to London?
Roughly 67 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Is Crofton too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
What does the van need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for staff.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Typically, if it is firm and dry. After heavy rain, soft grass can be a problem for any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
Can you cater for allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Fish and gluten are the main ones in battered fish. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Towns and villages near Crofton
Other occasions in Crofton
- 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