Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Forton, Hampshire
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Forton and across Hampshire.
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Music and food festivals
Book the van in Forton
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Forton
Country shows and field events suit a van, as long as there is a firm route onto the pitch. Popular choices include haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for agricultural and country shows and sports days.
For events in a place like Forton, one hot-food trader most people like makes life easy. Fish and chips does exactly that. Timings are planned around your event, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Planning the van’s spot
We will agree the van’s spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that doesn’t block walkways
- What’s available on the pitch
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Forton
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
About the food
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people, and they’re on the menu.
Haddock and chips
Haddock has a slightly sweeter flavour and a firmer flake. In the north and in Scotland, haddock is the classic.
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Forton? A fish and chip van draws people in and almost everyone likes it. Tell us about the event and we will take it from there.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
Towns and villages near Forton
What else we do in Forton
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Two events with the same numbers can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Distance and any road charges
- The day of the week
- The length of service
- How easy the site is to reach
Larger groups typically cost less per head, because the van, travel and set-up cost much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- The venue or postcode
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
- The date and time of the event
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
How the day works
If the plan changes on the day, a quick word is all it takes: we can start a little later or slow the pace to suit your event. At midsummer, events in Forton stay light until about 9:20pm, so evening trading typically finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive early to park and heat the fryers.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
- Send us final numbers and any allergies in good time
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or PO12 postcode and rough numbers, along with your serving time, and we’ll reply with a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
A chip van compared with other options
For a stall visitors will queue for, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Forton. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why book our van in Forton
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- All the chip-shop extras
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
See how we price or the cost guide.
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To look after them:
- Agree the terms in writing
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
Have a hard-standing back-up pitch.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
Common questions in Forton
Which station is closest to Forton?
The closest is Portsmouth Harbour station, roughly 1.5 miles away.
Can you serve near the sea around Forton?
Yes, of course. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Can you serve children?
Children are very welcome. Tell us how many children, and we’ll plan for them.
What are the terms for events?
That varies: pitch fee, percentage or minimum. We’ll agree terms before the day.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather doesn’t stop the van, because the cooking happens inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you so food is ready when you want it.
How much does a fish and chip van for your event cost in Forton?
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers and timings. Give us your date, numbers and serving time and we’ll reply with a price.
Can coeliacs eat the battered fish?
No, not as standard: batter is normally made with wheat flour. Tell us about any coeliac visitors and we’ll explain the options before booking.
Event catering near Forton
Forton is about 1 mile south-east of Gosport, in Hampshire. Anywhere in PO12, we can fry fresh for your visitors. Forton is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 14 miles away.
School fairs, for a school like St Mary's Catholic Primary School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van. For visitors coming by rail, Portsmouth Harbour station, about 1.5 miles east, is the nearest station. With the sea within about 3 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.
Anywhere in PO12 and PO13, we can fry fresh for your visitors, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Lee Road, Ford Road and Lees Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Gosport (1 mile north-west), Priddy's Hard (1 mile north-east), Elson (1 mile north), Bridgemary (2 miles north-west) and Rowner (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Havant (8 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 Portchester Castle (2.8 miles north-east) and Search (0.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Forton include West of the River Alver and Portsdown Hill.
- Nearby schools include St Vincent College (within half a mile east) and Brune Park Community School (0.9 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Trafalgar pub (under half a mile south-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Southsea (2.5 miles south-east)
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Forton?
Almost every visitor likes fish and chips, from families to older visitors.
The van suits big events and small ones. Common bookings include:
- Feeding event crew
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Fundraisers
- Club open days
Running a fête for a church like St John the Evangelist? A chip van draws people in.
Before you book anyone
- Whether travel is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How many hours the van serves
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- 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