Hampshire · England
Festivals, fêtes and school events in Purbrook, Hampshire
Fish and chip van for events in Purbrook: cod, haddock and chips fried to order, and served hot from the hatch.
- Country shows
- Community festivals
- Club open days
Fresh fish and chips in Purbrook
Fish and chip van for events in Purbrook, fried fresh
School fairs and sports days work well with a chip van, with the school’s permission for the van on site. For fish and chip supper nights and community festivals, we will put together a menu of mushy peas, sausage and chips and cod and chips for your guests.
A town like Purbrook has schools, churches, clubs and parks that run events through the year. Fish and chips suits any of them. The menu is short on purpose: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Event catering near Purbrook
Purbrook is about 2 miles west of Havant, in Hampshire. People in Purbrook book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Purbrook is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. We serve events right across the region, from Purbrook to Southampton (about 16 miles away).
For visitors coming by rail, Bedhampton station, about 1.9 miles south-east, is the nearest station. School fairs, for a school like Purbrook Junior School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van.
For events in PO7 and PO6, we just need to know where the van can park. Whether your event is on London Road, Bliss Close and Delius Walk or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Purbrook Heath (1 mile west), Widley (1 mile south-west), Waterlooville (1 mile north), Farlington (2 miles south) and Bedhampton (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (7 miles south-west), Eastleigh (15 miles north-west), Fareham (7 miles west), Horndean (3 miles north), Hedge End (12 miles west) and Petersfield (10 miles north-east).
A little further out are Warblington Castle (3.3 miles south-east) and World War I Remembrance Centre (2.7 miles south). Within reach you will find Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
- Schools near Purbrook include Crookhorn College (under half a mile east)
- Nearby, you will find The Denmead Queen pub (0.9 miles north)
What comes out of the fryer
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Tell us if you’d like to offer it.
Gravy
In the north and the Midlands, gravy is the side of choice, and it goes perfectly with a pie.
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Purbrook?
It is a hot meal for helpers as well.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Country shows
- Fish and chip supper nights
- Community festivals
- Crew and volunteer catering
A summer fête at Church of St John is the classic setting for a fish and chip van.
Comparing caterers
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- VAT, if it applies
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
Towns and villages near Purbrook
More for events in Purbrook
Looking after everyone
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
- Ask traders for allergen information to display
- Have other stalls for special diets
- Tell us about any school or event allergy policies
Plan where the queue forms.
A clear route for the van before the gates open avoids problems.
Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Purbrook
Is Purbrook close to London?
Roughly 60 miles from the centre of London.
Do you trade at school fairs around Purbrook?
Yes, if the school is happy for the van on site. Tell us the date and pitch details.
What if we only have street parking?
Only where it is legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Check with your council first.
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.
Does the batter contain gluten?
No, not as standard: the batter contains wheat. Let us know and we will tell you what we can do before booking.
What do we need to supply?
Somewhere suitable to park, with permission. Mention any power or water available and we will confirm the rest.
How much is fish and chip van hire?
We quote for each booking, so the price fits what you need. Give us your date, numbers and serving time for a clear quote.
Can you serve children?
Of course. Sausage and chips is a favourite with children. Tell us how many are coming.
How the day works
We need time before service to bring the fryers up to heat, so we are there in good time before you want to eat. Summer events in Purbrook have daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer and about 7:10pm by late September, so evening trading generally finishes in daylight in high summer. For winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, the pitch needs lighting.
- It starts with your event and pitch details.
- You get our pitch needs and a quick answer on availability.
- On the day, we arrive and set up our pitch.
- We fry to order and serve from the hatch through the event.
- We clear the pitch when the event closes.
Before we arrive
- Share the timings for the day
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. Photos of the spot and the way in help. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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Why choose a fish and chip van in Purbrook?
Burger vans are common at events. Fish and chips adds variety. A chip van frequently compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- A van that becomes part of the event
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Hot food handed straight over
- We cover Purbrook and the whole of Hampshire
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
How we price a fish and chip van for your event
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Cod, haddock or both
- How easy the site is to reach
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The date and time of year
Distance and any road charges make a difference, so tell us exactly where your event is.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- The venue or postcode
- A picture of where the van would go
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- Anything awkward about the way in
Every booking is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually need. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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. A van fries it right there, so it is crisp.
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your visitors instead.
Where the van can park in Purbrook
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, and a little planning goes a long way. Here’s what we look for:
- What’s available on the pitch
- Space for a queue away from paths
- Firm, level ground for the pitch
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
From the hatch
- Curry sauce
- Sausage and chips
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- 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