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Fish and Chip Van for Events in Lyndhurst
Fried to order and served hot: a fish and chip van for your event in Lyndhurst and the surrounding area.
- Fundraisers
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Sports club events and race days
Planning an event in Lyndhurst?
How our fish and chip van for events works in Lyndhurst
We can trade to the public or feed your volunteers. For summer fairs and sports days, we’ll put together a menu of haddock and chips, chips and cod and chips for your guests.
In Lyndhurst, one popular trader keeps it simple. A chip van does that. Every portion is cooked to order on the day, never cooked in advance and left in a hot cabinet.
How it works
We take care of the food from arrival to the last chip, so you can get on with your event in Lyndhurst. For an evening event in Lyndhurst, sunset is about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June; after dark, we need a lit pitch.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- We agree exactly where the van parks, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- The pitch is left tidy when we go.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Check the venue or landowner is happy for the van to park
- Ensure the van can get in
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Start with your date, and we will check availability right away.
Related guides
The menu, dish by dish
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Curry sauce
The chip shop’s own curry sauce is mild and a little sweet, perfect with chips or a sausage.
FAQs for Lyndhurst
Which station is closest to Lyndhurst?
The closest is Ashurst New Forest station, roughly 2.4 miles away.
Do you come to venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles and ground, so check with yours. We will follow the site rules.
Is grass a problem?
Typically, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
Can you cater for helpers?
Yes, at a time that suits your schedule.
What are the terms for events?
That varies: a pitch fee, a share of takings or a guaranteed minimum. We’ll agree it in writing.
What does the van need?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
Do you trade at schools?
Yes, once the school agrees where the van goes. Tell us the date and where the van would park.
Do you need power or water?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
Occasions we serve in Lyndhurst
It keeps people on site.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Lyndhurst book the van for events such as:
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Agricultural and country shows
- Village fêtes
If visitors are coming by train, the closest railway station is Ashurst New Forest station, roughly 2.4 miles north-east of the centre.
Before you book anyone
- When payment is due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How many hours the van serves
- What the price includes, item by item
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The minimum booking
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- Access and parking
- The number of meals
The date matters too: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. Ask about your date early.
Details that help
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Where the van would park
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- The address or venue name
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, fill in our quote form.
Places near Lyndhurst
Other occasions in Lyndhurst
Looking after everyone
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
- Give us an idea of numbers
- Plan something for visitors we can’t cater for
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch.
A spot near the entrance or main ring works well.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
Next to a volunteer barbecue, a van means volunteers can enjoy the day. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, plus travel and access. We quote for each booking individually.
Why us?
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- Served hot, straight from the hatch
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
Takeaway run or book a van?
Ordering from a local shop? Call ahead and collect at the last minute. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is usually the easier option.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Consider your numbers and how fresh you want it. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Running an event in Lyndhurst
Lyndhurst is about 4 miles south-west of Totton, in Hampshire. Anywhere in SO43, we will come to your venue, home or workplace. We cover 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We serve events right across the region, from Lyndhurst to Southampton (9 miles away).
A school like St Michael and All Angels CofE Infant School can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day. Running a fête for a church like Church of Our Lady and St Edward? A chip van draws people in. Events in and around the New Forest National Park, within about a mile of Lyndhurst, often have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we will follow the site’s requirements.
Here we cover the SO43 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. From High Street, King's Close and Empress Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Other places close to Lyndhurst we cover include Emery Down (1 mile west), Ashurst (3 miles north-east), Balmerlawn (3 miles south), Colbury (4 miles north-east) and Brockenhurst (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Eastleigh (12 miles north-east), Totton (4 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (11 miles north-east), Hedge End (12 miles east), Lymington (8 miles south) and Romsey (9 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find Ashurst Hospital (2.6 miles north-east) and National Dairy Museum (3.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Lyndhurst include Copythorne Common.
- Pubs nearby include Fox And Hounds Public House (less than half a mile south)
Space, access and the venue
We will be honest if a spot will not work. The main points are:
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- What’s available on the pitch
- Confirmation the van can trade there
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we serve
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
- 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