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Fish and Chip Van for Events for Alderholt events
We bring a fish and chip van for your event to Alderholt and nearby, frying fresh at your venue.
- Sports club events and race days
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Feeding event crew
Fish and chip van for events for Alderholt events
Step by step
Serving is straightforward: everything is handed over hot from the hatch. Afterwards we pack up. Evening events in Alderholt have light until about 9:25pm at midsummer; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Before we arrive
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
Getting a price
Still finalising the details? No problem: tell us the basics about your event, and we’ll firm it up nearer the time. Start when you’re ready: fill in our quote form.
Planning help
How our fish and chip van for events works in Alderholt
Country shows and field events suit a van, as long as there’s a firm route onto the pitch. On the menu are cod and chips, haddock and chips and chips, and typical bookings are for food for volunteers and fundraisers.
For events in a place like Alderholt, one hot-food trader most people like makes life easy. A chip van does that. We plan the timings around your day, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
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Events we cater in Alderholt
A chip van is reliably one of the busiest pitches at any fête.
Almost any gathering works with a fish and chip van. People in Alderholt book the van for occasions like:
- Food for volunteers
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Sports club events and race days
Running a fête for a church like Church of St James? A chip van draws people in.
Comparing caterers
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether VAT is included
- How late numbers can change
What comes out of the fryer
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce and it’s on the menu.
Cod and chips
Cod has big, soft white flakes and a mild flavour, and it is what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order, so it’s crisp when it reaches you.
Alderholt questions
Can you come to a school fair in Alderholt?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
How much space do you need?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, close to where people will eat, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
How long does set-up take?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We confirm all the timings beforehand.
Can you cater for helpers?
We can. Give us numbers and a time.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. Tell us your timings and we will advise.
What about visitors who don’t eat fish?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
What does it cost to hire the van?
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you need. Tell us your date and rough numbers for a clear quote.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Parking and the way in
- Whether a minimum applies
- Service time
- How many people are eating
There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. We set everything out in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The address or venue name
- Rough numbers for adults and children
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Alderholt, and we will check the date and send a price.
What the van needs
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the spot and the way in when you get in touch. Generally, we look for:
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- Information about power and water
- Space for a queue away from paths
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
Running an event in Alderholt
Alderholt is in Hampshire. Around Alderholt, we park wherever there’s level, firm ground, close to your visitors. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Alderholt to Southampton (about 19 miles away).
A school like St James' Church of England First School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
Events anywhere in SP6 start with a parking spot for the van. Streets in the area include Station Road, Antell's Way and South Hill, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. Alderholt sits on or near the B3078, which makes travel to your event easy. Nearby, we also serve events in Sandleheath (1 mile north), Ashford (2 miles north-east), Broxhill (2 miles west), Damerham (2 miles north-west) and Rockbourne (4 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Totton (14 miles east), New Milton (13 miles south-east), Ringwood (5 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (14 miles south-east), Ashley (13 miles south-east) and St Leonards (6 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Godshill Castle Hill (3.6 miles north-east) and Fordingbridge Doll Museum (2 miles north-east). The countryside around Alderholt includes Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.
- Nearby schools include The Burgate School and Sixth Form (2.5 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Churchill Arms (0.5 miles west)
Organising for someone else?
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Alderholt? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Give us the details and we’ll suggest how it could work.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Allergies and dietary needs
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Here’s how:
- Share any nut or allergy policies
- Display allergens for each stall
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
- Agree who removes waste
Mark out the queue area away from walkways, especially near rides and games.
Let visitors know there is a chip van.
Why choose a fish and chip van in Alderholt?
Next to a volunteer barbecue, a van means volunteers can enjoy the day. 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 event.
Why book our van in Alderholt
- A quote that spells everything out
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to van hire costs.
- 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