Hampshire · England
Corporate fish and chip catering in Drayton, Hampshire
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van for your team in Drayton.
- Thank-you lunches for the team
- Leaving dos
- Open days and customer events
Fresh fish and chips in Drayton
Prices and what affects them
The same numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Cod, haddock or both
- Any minimum charge
Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. We set everything out in your quote.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- The date and time of the event
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
Corporate fish and chip catering for your staff event in Drayton
Office teams, drivers and warehouse staff all love it, because it’s familiar and filling. Whether it’s team away days and leaving dos, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips for your guests.
Rural businesses around Drayton can be a long way from anywhere to buy lunch, so a chip van lunch is welcome. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on parking and timings.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your staff event. We handle the cooking and serving. After-work summer events in Drayton have daylight until about 9:20pm in late June and 7:10pm in late September; winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, need a lit spot for the van.
- First, tell us about your staff 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 staff.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Staff lunches in Drayton: access and travel
Drayton is about 5 miles west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. In and around Drayton, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We serve all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
Drayton sits roughly 54 miles from central London, well within our area. The South Downs National Park is within about 5 miles, which suits team days in the countryside.
Staff events anywhere in GU32 start with a parking spot for the van and roughly how many staff. Other places close to Drayton we cover include West Meon (2 miles west), Privett (3 miles north), Filmore Hill (3 miles north), Bailey Green (3 miles north) and West Tisted (4 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (12 miles west), Gosport (14 miles south), Havant (10 miles south), Eastleigh (13 miles west), Fareham (12 miles south-west) and Horndean (7 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Clanfield Earthwork (4.8 miles south-east) and Petersfield Community Hospital (4.7 miles east). Within reach you will find Henwood Down and Shutts Copse.
- Pubs nearby include The George Inn (1 mile south-east)
Nearby places to Drayton
More for events in Drayton
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is the favourite in much of the south. It’s battered and fried to order.
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food, especially in winter.
Drayton: your questions answered
Do you come to venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Drayton close to London?
About 54 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you take everything away?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. It helps to have bins near the hatch.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan service around it.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, near your staff, with room for a queue at the hatch. Mention any narrow gates or soft ground.
What happens if it rains?
Rain does not stop the fryers: the cooking is inside the van. It’s worth planning some cover for the queue.
How far ahead should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Even at short notice, it is worth asking.
How much does a fish and chip van for your team cost in Drayton?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your staff event and we’ll send a quote.
Should I sort the food myself?
For a small group, making your own food can work. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and nobody has to miss the staff event.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Why choose corporate fish and chip catering in Drayton?
People mix in the queue and talking.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. In Drayton, people book us for occasions like:
- Friday lunch treats
- Workplace fundraising days
- Project milestones
- Summer team days
Commuters will know that the closest railway station is Petersfield station, roughly 4.7 miles east of the centre.
Before you book anyone
- Any minimum charge
- Whether travel is included
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for each item
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Tell us about coeliac staff specifically
- Find out what documents the site needs
- Share the shift pattern
- Ask staff to pre-order
We get there ahead of the lunch break, so we are ready when the first group comes out.
Cover near the van keeps the queue dry.
Before you choose a spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. These are the things we check:
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Drayton
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Staff lunches
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- 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