Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events for Burridge events
A menu everybody knows: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, with mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy. Fish and chip van for events in Burridge.
- Food for volunteers
- Village fêtes
- Sports club events and race days
Fresh fish and chips in Burridge
Space, access and the venue
Before the day, we’ll agree where the van parks. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Details of any power or water on site
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- Confirmation the van can trade there
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we serve
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Burridge
A hot-food van gives families a reason to stay longer, which is good for every other stall. For crew and volunteer catering and club open days, we can cook chips, haddock and chips and mushy peas and more.
For a village fête or field event near Burridge, we can bring hot food to a field. Ground and access matter, so tell us about them. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Many venues set rules for catering vans: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll confirm what we can provide.
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
- Tell us about the pitch
- Plan something for visitors we cannot cater for
- Arrange bins and waste collection
Crew food is served at the agreed time.
A few benches near the van help.
A closer look at the menu
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is especially welcome on a cold day.
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it is the favourite in much of the south. We batter it and fry it to order.
How it works
On the day, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Once we are hot, we cook to order, timed around your event. In Burridge, a midsummer event stays light until about 9:20pm, while a late-September show is dark by about 7:10pm.
- Tell us what you’re planning and when you’d like to eat.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
How to prepare
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Let us know the serving time
Ask for a quote
Every quote is worked out for your event. Give us your date first, and we will check availability right away.
Planning help
Who books fish and chip van for events in Burridge?
Rain does not stop the fryers.
Whatever brings people together, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Horse and dog shows
- Community festivals
- Crew and volunteer catering
School fairs, for a school like Whiteley Primary School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The deposit and payment dates
- When final numbers are due
- How much space the van takes up
Burridge: your questions answered
What’s the nearest station to Burridge?
The closest is Swanwick station, roughly 1 mile away.
Do you trade at school fairs around Burridge?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Send us the date and where the van would go.
How much space do you need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. If in doubt, send a picture.
Do you trade at schools?
Yes, once the school agrees where the van goes. Send us the date and the spot.
How much does a fish and chip van for your event cost in Burridge?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your event and we will send a quote.
How fast is service?
That depends on numbers, menu and timing. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: batter is typically made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we’ll explain the options.
Can you feed our volunteers and crew?
We can. Give us numbers and a time.
Community events around Burridge
Burridge is about 3 miles south-east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Events in Burridge are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Burridge is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. We serve events right across the region, from Burridge to Southampton (about 6 miles away).
If visitors are coming by train, the closest railway station is Swanwick station, roughly 1 mile south of the centre. With the sea within about 3 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events.
Wherever your event is in PO15 and SO31, we can fry fresh for your visitors. From Dumas Drive, Jerome Street and Coleridge Drive or anywhere nearby, we can park up and fry there. Burridge is on the A3051, so it is easy for us to reach with the van. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Whiteley (1 mile south-east), Park Gate (1 mile south), Swanwick (1 mile south-west), Sarisbury (1 mile south-west) and Segensworth (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (8 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (7 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles south-east) and Horndean (11 miles east).
A little further out are Fareham Community Hospital (1.4 miles south-west) and Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (1.3 miles west). Within reach you will find Swanwick Lakes.
- Local schools include Brookfield Community School and Language College (1.9 miles south-west)
Why choose a fish and chip van in Burridge?
Burger vans are common at events. Fish and chips adds variety. 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.
Why Burridge hosts choose us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- We cook inside the van, whatever the weather
- A quote that spells everything out
Take a look at our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
What a fish and chip van costs
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Any minimum charge
- Cod, haddock or both
- How many people are eating
- How easy the site is to reach
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.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Roughly how many people, including children
Send us the date, the address or PO15 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Towns and villages near Burridge
More for events in Burridge
- 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