Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events in Plaitford Green
Fish and chip van for events in Plaitford Green: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, then handed over hot from the hatch at the time you choose.
- Country shows
- Village fêtes
- Community festivals
Planning an event in Plaitford Green?
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Plaitford Green
We bring the van and everything we need to cook, which helps volunteer-run events. Whether it is club open days and food for volunteers, we can cook cod and chips, sausage and chips and chips and more.
A fête near Plaitford Green might be on a field with no mains power; tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
Why fried-to-order beats a buffet
For a stall visitors will queue for, a fish and chip van is a great choice in Plaitford Green. Cost depends on numbers, menu and service time, along with distance and access to the site. Every booking gets its own quote.
Why us?
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Works on wet days as well as sunny ones
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- No surprises in your quote
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: parking spots, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will confirm what we can provide.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Plaitford Green events: pitches and permissions
Plaitford Green is about 5 miles west of Romsey, in Hampshire. We serve events at drives, car parks, yards and venues around Plaitford Green. Plaitford Green is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Plaitford Green to Southampton (10 miles away).
A summer fête at Church of St Leonard is the classic setting for a fish and chip van. A school like Embley can book the van for a fair, fun run or sports day.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO51, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. That could mean an event at a home on Wellow Wood Road and Sherfield English Lane or the roads around them, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. Neighbouring places where we serve events include West Wellow (1 mile south), The Frenches (2 miles east), Shootash (2 miles east), Canada (2 miles south) and East Wellow (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (13 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles east), Totton (6 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (9 miles east), Hedge End (14 miles south-east) and Romsey (5 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Romsey Community Hospital (4.9 miles east). Open spaces near Plaitford Green include Copythorne Common.
Prices and what affects them
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How easy the site is to reach
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- Any minimum charge
- How long we serve
Travel, tolls and charges such as ULEZ can affect the price, so it helps to give us the postcode.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- The date and time of the event
- The address or venue name
- A picture of where the van would go
- Rough numbers for adults and children
Not sure of numbers yet? No problem: give us a rough idea and the date, and we will quote on that. To start, fill in our quote form.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
- Plan bins near food stalls
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Share last year’s numbers if you have them
When the event closes, we pack up.
Plan vehicle access before visitors arrive.
FAQs for Plaitford Green
Do you come out to small places like Plaitford Green?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
Can you come to a school fair in Plaitford Green?
Yes, with the school’s permission. Send us the date and where the van would go.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
Is there something for children?
Children are very welcome. Let us know numbers, and we will plan for them.
Where do you take the van?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight, including Plaitford Green.
What does the pitch need?
A firm pitch with space for a queue. Tell us about power and water.
When should we book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays and Christmas party Fridays. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we will be honest about what’s possible.
Occasions we serve in Plaitford Green
It’s low-maintenance for organisers.
The van suits big events and small ones. Typical bookings include:
- Food for volunteers
- Sports tournaments
- Festivals
- Fish and chip supper nights
For visitors coming by rail, Mottisfont & Dunbridge station is about 3.5 miles away.
What your quote should include
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Any minimum charge
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Allergen information for each item
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What else we do in Plaitford Green
Step by step
When we arrive, we position the van, set up the hatch and get the fryers up to temperature. Then everything is fried to order, timed around your event. Evening events in Plaitford Green have light until about 9:25pm at midsummer; after that, the pitch needs good 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.
Getting ready for the day
- Make sure the van can get in
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Plan where the queue will stand
Getting a price
Tell us your date, venue or postcode and roughly how many people, plus when you’d like to eat, and you’ll get a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
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Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Information about power and water
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue that does not block walkways
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
Popular choices
- Cod and chips
- Chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Sausage and chips
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
Weighing up a takeaway order against booking a van? Think about numbers, timing and how hot you want the food. Ask us for a quote and compare.
- 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