Hampshire · England
Corporate Fish and Chip Catering in Priddy's Hard
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 Priddy's Hard.
- Summer team days
- Fish Friday treats
- Retirement send-offs
A chip van near Priddy's Hard
Occasions we serve in Priddy's Hard
It works across shifts, because service can be planned in waves.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Priddy's Hard, people book us for events such as:
- Thank-you lunches for the team
- Open days
- Project milestones
- A monthly Fish Friday
Teams travelling in by rail can use the station: Portsmouth Harbour station is about 1 mile away.
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Corporate fish and chip catering for your staff event in Priddy's Hard
It suits office staff, drivers, warehouse teams and site crews alike, because it’s familiar and filling. Popular choices include sausage and chips, mushy peas and haddock and chips, and typical bookings are for leaving dos and customer days.
For farms and rural sites near Priddy's Hard, we can bring a hot lunch to the yard. Tell us about access. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your staff event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
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What else we do in Priddy's Hard
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
A barbecue needs someone to cook. With a van, nobody from the team has to cook. 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.
What you get with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Events in Priddy's Hard and across Hampshire
Step by step
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can enjoy your staff event in Priddy's Hard. In Priddy's Hard, a summer staff event stays light until about 9:20pm; winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, need a lit spot for the van.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
Getting a price
To get a price, send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your staff event in Priddy's Hard, and we will check the date and send a price.
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How we price a fish and chip van for your team
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Access and parking
- Whether a minimum applies
- The day of the week
- The menu and how many choices
Larger groups generally 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.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Anything awkward about the way in
- A picture of where the van would go
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Expected numbers
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Looking after everyone
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Let us know about coeliac disease
- Collect allergies in advance
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Plan an alternative for anyone we cannot cater for
We get there ahead of the lunch break, so service starts on time.
Some teams make it a regular treat.
For event organisers in Priddy's Hard
Parks, greens and streets typically need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
Business events near Priddy's Hard
Priddy's Hard is about 1 mile east of Gosport, in Hampshire. In and around Priddy's Hard, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field, close to your staff. Priddy's Hard is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. Our bookings stretch from Priddy's Hard to Southampton (about 14 miles away).
Priddy's Hard sits roughly 65 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard. The coast is within about 3 miles, so a chip van lunch feels like a day at the seaside.
Wherever your staff event is in PO12, we can bring the van to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Weevil Lane, Orion Avenue and Salt Meat Lane, and the van can serve a staff event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Priddy's Hard, we also cover Forton (1 mile south-west), Elson (1 mile north-west), Gosport (1 mile west), Bridgemary (2 miles north-west) and Rowner (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Havant (7 miles north-east), Eastleigh (15 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles north-east), Hedge End (11 miles north-west) and Waterlooville (7 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Southsea (2.2 miles south-east) and Portchester Castle (2.2 miles north). The countryside around Priddy's Hard includes West of the River Alver and Portsdown Hill.
- Nearby schools include Elson Junior School (0.9 miles north-west) and Brune Park Community School (1.4 miles west)
- Nearby, you will find The Windsor Castle pub (0.6 miles north-west)
Common questions in Priddy's Hard
Which station is closest to Priddy's Hard?
Portsmouth Harbour station, about 1 mile south-east of the centre.
Is Priddy's Hard close to London?
About 65 miles from central London, and well within our area.
What’s on the menu?
Proper fish and chips, with sausages and pies for anyone who doesn’t want fish. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
What if the weather’s bad?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Can you serve each shift?
Yes, if we know the times. We’ll agree a service plan before the day.
Where will the van go on our site?
That’s up to your site, but a car park or yard is typically ideal.
How do you handle allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
A closer look at the menu
Sausage and chips
A sausage and chips is the chip-shop classic for younger staff and fish-dodgers.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it is lovely with a pie.
Planning the van’s 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:
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
On the menu in Priddy's Hard
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Staff lunches
- Pie and chips
- Sausage 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