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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Bassett, Southampton
Fish and chip van for events in Bassett: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Community festivals
- Church fêtes
- Food for volunteers
Fish and chip van for events for Bassett events
Running an event in Bassett
Bassett is about 2 miles north-west of Southampton, in Southampton. Events in Bassett are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Bassett is one of 40 places in Southampton where we bring the van.
School fairs, for a school like Cantell School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van. Running a fête for a church like St Michael and All Angels Church? A chip van draws people in. The coast is within about 3 miles of Bassett, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch.
For events in SO16, SO17 and SO15, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Streets in the area include Burgess Road, Pointout Road and Chetwynd Road, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Bassett, we also cover Highfield (1 mile south-east), Lordswood (1 mile west), Chilworth (1 mile north), Coxford (1 mile west) and Shirley (2 miles south-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Thornhill (4 miles south-east), Chartwell Green (3 miles east), Harefield (3 miles south-east), Itchen (3 miles south-east), Sholing (4 miles south-east) and Woolston (4 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Netley Castle (4.9 miles south-east) and Foresters Museum & Archive (2.1 miles south). Open spaces near Bassett include Flexford Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Hollybrook Infant School (0.6 miles south-west) and Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton (1.3 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Bellemoor pub (0.9 miles south)
Fish and chip van for events in Bassett, cooked to order
Give us the date, pitch and expected numbers, and we will tell you quickly whether we can come. We are often asked to cater community open days and country shows, serving curry sauce, mushy peas and chips.
Events near Bassett are frequently volunteer-run, so a trader who brings everything is a bonus. We bring the van and everything we need to cook, and we leave the pitch tidy when we go.
- Where
- Bassett (SO16, SO17, SO15)
- Area hub
- Southampton
- On the menu
- Fish and chips, sausages, pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Numbers
- How far we travel
- Whether a minimum applies
- Parking and the way in
There’s 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. Your quote spells it all out.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Send us the date, the address or SO16 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and we’ll reply with a quote. To get started, send us your details through our quote form.
What the van needs
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. Here’s what we look for:
- A clear route onto the pitch
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we serve
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a reliable crowd-pleaser, a chip van is hard to beat in Bassett. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and access to the site. We quote for each booking individually.
Why us?
- Classic food your visitors already know
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- We cover Bassett and the whole of Southampton
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
More for events in Bassett
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
How it works
We need a level, firm place to park the van, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. Evening events in Bassett have light until about 9:25pm at midsummer; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- You get our pitch needs and a quick answer on availability.
- We set up before the gates open.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch through the event.
- We clear the pitch when the event closes.
How to prepare
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
- Have a level parking spot ready
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, send us your details through our quote form.
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Food your guests will love
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips is the go-to for anyone who is not a fish fan.
Should I sort the food myself?
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For a crowd, a van is typically simpler.
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Share pitch details
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Make sure allergen information is available
- Agree how we’ll be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
At the end, we pack down and leave the pitch clean.
Pre-sold meal tickets can help at fundraisers.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Bassett
What’s the nearest station to Bassett?
Swaythling station, about 1.5 miles east of the centre.
Can you serve near the sea around Bassett?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
What does the pitch need?
Tell us the pitch size and ground, and we’ll check it works.
Do you take everything away?
The pitch is left as we found it. Bins for visitors are worth planning.
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 for a clear quote.
Is there something for children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many children, and we’ll include them in the plan.
What can visitors choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, with sausages and pies for anyone who does not want fish. The sides are mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy.
Can you feed our volunteers and crew?
Yes. Give us numbers and a time.
- 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