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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Lee, Hampshire
Fish and chip van for events in Lee: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Club open days
- Festivals
- Community open days
Fish and chip van for events in Lee
About our fish and chip van for events in Lee
Few things draw a crowd at a fête or festival like the smell of fish and chips. A chip van gives organisers a hot-food trader that almost everyone wants. Typical bookings include food for volunteers and church fêtes, serving cod and chips, curry sauce and sausage and chips.
At a fête or show near Lee, we can bring hot food to a field. Tell us about the ground and the way in. Food is served straight from the hatch, so it’s hot and generous, and the queue keeps moving.
A closer look at the menu
Curry sauce
Curry sauce divides opinion and it is on the menu.
Mushy peas
Mushy peas are a must for plenty of fish and chip fans.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
Next to a volunteer barbecue, a chip van frees your helpers. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
What you get with us
- No surprises in your quote
- A van that becomes part of the event
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Take a look at our prices page or what a fish and chip van costs.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Lee?
Rain does not stop the fryers, which matters at outdoor events.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- School fairs and sports days
- Club open days
- Food for volunteers
- Community festivals
PTAs at schools such as Oasis Academy Lord's Hill often want one reliable hot-food stall.
Before booking anyone
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Payment terms and deposit
- The service time, and the cost of running over
- The deadline for final numbers
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone is looked after. Try these:
- Tell us expected visitor numbers
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
- Arrange bins and waste collection
- Have other stalls for special diets
Plan where the queue forms.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
Takeaway run or book a van?
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s hard work. By the time you’ve queued, paid and driven back, the batter has gone soft. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For larger numbers, or when you want hot food, a van takes the pressure off, and you get to enjoy the day.
How the day works
When we arrive, we park up on the agreed spot, set up and heat the fryers. Once we’re hot, we cook to order, so we time it to your schedule. At midsummer, events in Lee stay light until about 9:25pm, which helps evening trading. For winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- Start with three things: the date, the place and a rough headcount.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your visitors.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
How to prepare
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Keep space clear for visitors at the hatch
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Ask for 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, use our quote form.
Planning help
Running an event in Lee
Lee is about 2 miles south of Romsey, in Hampshire. People in Lee book us for all sorts of reasons, but it always starts the same way: a level spot for the van, a time to eat and food fried to order. We serve all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
For anyone arriving by train, the nearest station is Romsey station, about 2.4 miles north. For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Boniface, a chip van adds hot food to the cakes and tombola. Within about 8 miles is the New Forest National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements. With the sea within about 6 miles, we plan shelter from the wind for coastal events, and fish and chips sells well by the sea.
Anywhere in SO51, we can bring the van to you. Streets in the area include Lee Lane and Lee Church Lane, and the van can serve an event on any of them with a suitable parking spot. If your venue is just outside Lee, we also cover Ashfield (1 mile east), Toothill (1 mile east), Upton (1 mile south-east), Nursling (1 mile south-east) and Rownhams (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (10 miles north-east), Eastleigh (6 miles east), Fareham (15 miles south-east), Totton (3 miles south), Chandler's Ford (5 miles north-east) and Hedge End (9 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Romsey Community Hospital (2.3 miles north) and King Johns House (2.3 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Testwood Lakes.
- Other local spots include Romsey Extra (1.5 miles north-west)
What the van needs
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We need:
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- A queue area clear of rides and games
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Also in Lee
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How far we travel
- The date and time of year
- Numbers
- Cod, haddock or both
There is 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. We set everything out in your quote.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
- A picture of the parking spot
- Where the van would park
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
FAQs for Lee
What’s the nearest station to Lee?
The closest is Romsey station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Can you serve near the sea around Lee?
Yes. The cooking is inside the van, so wind does not affect it, but the queue will want shelter.
Do you bring everything you need?
The van comes fully equipped to cook. You just need a suitable spot and permission.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Can the van park on grass?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we’ll advise.
Do you do school fairs and sports days?
Yes, with the school’s permission for the van on site. Tell us the date and where the van would park.
What about visitors who don’t eat fish?
Yes: sausages and pies, with chips. Tell us roughly how many to expect.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. Timings are agreed in advance.
- 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