Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Harbridge, Hampshire
We bring a fish and chip van for your event to Harbridge and nearby, cooking to order on site and serving from the hatch.
- Fundraisers
- Sports days
- Festivals
Fish and chip van for events in Harbridge
Fish and chip van for events in Harbridge, fried fresh
A van suits shows and field events, if the ground is firm enough for vehicles. Whether it’s music and food festivals and agricultural and country shows, we can cook sausage and chips, cod and chips and chips.
At a field event near Harbridge, power and water may be limited; let us know and we’ll plan for it. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet.
Event catering near Harbridge
Harbridge is about 3 miles north of Ringwood, in Hampshire. Events in Harbridge are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, an agreed spot for the van and food fried fresh on the day. Harbridge is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our bookings stretch from Harbridge to Southampton (about 18 miles away).
Events in and around the New Forest National Park, within about 7 miles of Harbridge, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
Events anywhere in BH24 start with a parking spot for the van. We can serve an event on streets such as Kent Lane and Churchfield Lane, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Close by, we cover events in Ibsley (1 mile south-east), Mockbeggar (1 mile east), Ellingham (1 mile south), South Gorley (1 mile east) and Rockford (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Totton (13 miles east), Lymington (14 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), New Milton (11 miles south-east), Ringwood (3 miles south) and Barton on Sea (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Fordingbridge Doll Museum (2.6 miles north) and St Leonard's Hospital (5.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Harbridge include Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
- Pubs nearby include The Old Beams Inn (0.5 miles south-east)
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Burger vans are common at events. Fish and chips adds variety. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. Every booking gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Classic food your visitors already know
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Read our pricing or our guide to van hire costs.
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod and chips is the meal most people picture when they think of a chip shop. Fried to order in the van, it goes out hot and crisp.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Questions from Harbridge
Is Harbridge too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Do you come to venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for vehicles; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can you cater for allergies?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we’ll tell you what’s in each item.
Do you come to Harbridge?
Yes, we do. Harbridge is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
What does the van need?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your visitors, with room for a queue at the hatch. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Do you have a kids’ option?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Standard batter is made with wheat flour, so battered fish contains gluten. Let us know about coeliac visitors in advance, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Nearby places to Harbridge
More for events in Harbridge
Looking after everyone
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Agree how we will be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
- Tell us about the pitch
- Plan something for visitors we cannot cater for
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
When the event closes, we pack up.
A few benches near the van help.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Parking and the way in
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- The minimum booking
- How far we travel
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so it helps to give us the postcode.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
- A picture of where the van would go
- The spot you have in mind for the van
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. Long waits and a drive home mean food arrives lukewarm and soggy. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Not sure whether to order in or book a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. We’re happy to send a quote so you can compare.
Before you choose a spot
If a spot is not suitable, we will tell you. The main points are:
- A queue area clear of rides and games
- Information about power and water
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Harbridge
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
Perfect for your event in Harbridge
It is a hot meal for helpers as well.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Harbridge, people book us for occasions like:
- Club open days
- Community open days
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Summer fairs
Running a fête for a church like Church of All Saints? A chip van draws people in.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether VAT is included
- Payment terms and deposit
How it works
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, park on the agreed spot, and get on with frying and serving. Summer events in Harbridge have daylight until about 9:25pm at midsummer and about 7:10pm by late September, which helps evening trading. Winter fairs, dark by about 4:05pm, need a well-lit pitch.
- You send us the event details and pitch information.
- We confirm availability, our pitch needs and anything the event asks for.
- We arrive at the agreed time and set up on the pitch.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch through the event.
- At the end, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Share the timings for the day
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. A photo of the spot helps too. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
Planning help
- 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