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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Curbridge, Hampshire
Looking for a fish and chip van for your event in Curbridge? We bring the van to you and fry fresh while your visitors queue at the hatch.
- Festivals
- Food for volunteers
- Community open days
Book the van in Curbridge
What the van needs
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. It needs to tick a few simple boxes:
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- Space for a queue away from paths
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Curbridge
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
About our fish and chip van for events in Curbridge
Fêtes, school fairs, festivals and shows all suit a chip van, from small community events to bigger crowds. We’re frequently asked to cater feeding event crew and country shows, serving mushy peas, cod and chips and chips.
For events in a place like Curbridge, one hot-food trader most people like makes life easy. A chip van does that. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu, with no surprises on the day.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Most events have a burger van. A chip van gives visitors something different. 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.
Why us?
- Rain does not stop the fryers
- No kitchen needed
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Hot food handed straight over
Fairs, fêtes and events in Curbridge
Curbridge is about 3 miles east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. In and around Curbridge, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. Curbridge is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 7 miles away.
With the sea within about 5 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events.
Here we cover the SO30 postcode area. Your event could be at a house on Tanners Brook Close, Loddon Close and Oakhanger Close or the roads around them, wherever the van can park. Other places close to Curbridge we cover include Curdridge (1 mile north), Botley (2 miles north-west), Boorley Green (3 miles north-west), Waltham Chase (3 miles north-east) and Durley (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (11 miles north), Gosport (8 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (6 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles south-east) and Horndean (10 miles east).
A little further out are St Andrew's Castle (4.6 miles south-west) and Knowle Hospital (2.3 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Swanwick Lakes.
- Nearby, you will find Horse and Jockey pub (within half a mile west)
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are made from dried marrowfat peas, soaked and cooked until soft. They’re the side most people expect.
Pie and chips
Pie and chips gives people a filling alternative to fish.
What happens on the day
On the day, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your event. Winter fairs in Curbridge are dark by about 4:00pm, so we need a lit pitch; in late May there is light until about 8:55pm.
- We start with a few details about your 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 visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Choose a level, firm spot for the van
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
How to get a price
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event for your event in Curbridge? Send us the details and we’ll come back with a quote. Just fill in our quote form.
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Common questions in Curbridge
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind doesn’t affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
How far is Curbridge from London?
About 65 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is the food cooked at the event?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, and serve straight from the hatch.
What do you need on the pitch?
Level, firm ground the van can reach, and room for a queue. Mention any power or water.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes. Give us numbers and a time.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do you trade at schools?
We do. We’ll need a safe route onto the site away from children.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, that the van can reach easily. If in doubt, send a photo.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Curbridge?
A chip van is reliably one of the busiest pitches at any fête.
These are some of the bookings we take around Curbridge:
- Festivals
- Village fêtes
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Sports club events and race days
If visitors are coming by train, Botley station is about 1.2 miles away.
What to look for in a quote
- When final numbers are due
- Whether travel is included
- The van’s size and access needs
- How many hours the van serves
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For a crowd, a van is normally simpler.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We are happy to send a quote so you can compare.
What affects the price in Curbridge
These are the factors that matter most:
- How far we travel
- Numbers
- The minimum booking
- Your choice of menu
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is typically the best value.
What we need to know
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but these help:
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Roughly how many people, including children
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We will send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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For event organisers in Curbridge
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
- 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