Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events for Stanswood events
A menu everybody knows: fish and chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Fish and chip van for events in Stanswood.
- Church fêtes and fish and chip suppers
- Summer fairs
- Community festivals
Planning an event in Stanswood?
Why choose fish and chip van for events in Stanswood?
It needs little from volunteers.
These are some of the bookings we take around Stanswood:
- Sports tournaments
- Village fêtes
- Community open days
- Sports days
For visitors coming by rail, the closest railway station is Hamble station, roughly 4.8 miles north of the centre.
Before you book anyone
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- The cancellation terms
- The deadline for final numbers
- A clear list of what’s included
About our fish and chip van for events in Stanswood
Fêtes, school fairs, festivals and shows all suit a chip van. On the menu are chips, haddock and chips and sausage and chips, and we are regularly asked to cater charity fundraisers and community events and fish and chip supper nights.
Near Stanswood, events may be far from shops and cafés, so a chip van is a welcome sight. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
Planners, venues and businesses
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Sending people up in groups helps.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Towns and villages near Stanswood
Other occasions in Stanswood
FAQs for Stanswood
Which station is closest to Stanswood?
Hamble station, about 4.8 miles north of the centre.
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 will follow the site rules.
Is grass a problem?
Generally, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How fast is service?
A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
What do you need on the pitch?
A firm pitch with space for a queue. Mention any power or water.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Tell us about other diets and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
Do you fry it on site?
Yes, always. We fry to order in the van at your venue, then handed over hot from the hatch.
Where can the van park?
A level, firm spot it can drive onto, near your visitors, and space for a queue. Tell us about gates, lanes and soft ground.
Planning for dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Give us an idea of numbers
- Let us know about allergy rules on site
- Plan crew and volunteer food times
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
We set up before visitors arrive.
Tables and seating nearby help families eat.
Should I sort the food myself?
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
Collecting fish and chips for a crowd yourself is possible, but it is 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.
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
At bigger events, a chip van works alongside other traders. Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- A quote that spells everything out
- Quick service from the hatch
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Fish and chips fried fresh on site
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Where the van can park in Stanswood
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Confirmation the van can trade there
- A wet-weather pitch on hard standing
- A clear route onto the pitch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Stanswood
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Chips
Fairs, fêtes and events in Stanswood
Stanswood is about 3 miles north-west of Cowes, in Hampshire. In and around Stanswood, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We serve all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Stanswood to Southampton (8 miles away).
Church fêtes, at churches such as St George, are a natural home for a chip van. Events in and around the New Forest National Park, within about 5 miles of Stanswood, frequently have rules about vehicles, ground and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements. The coast is within about 4 miles of Stanswood, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch.
For events in SO45, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. If your venue is just outside Stanswood, we also cover Sprat's Down (1 mile north), Calshot (1 mile north-east), Hillhead (1 mile north-east), Langley (1 mile west) and Blackfield (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (8 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north), Fareham (7 miles north-east), Totton (11 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (8 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Coldeast (5.4 miles north-east) and Calshot Castle (2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Mill Hill and Mercury Marshes.
What happens on the day
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Your visitors can wander over to the hatch once service starts. At midsummer, events in Stanswood stay light until about 9:20pm, 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 picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your visitors.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Name one person we can call on the day
- Have a level parking spot ready
Ask for a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
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What a fish and chip van costs
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Your choice of menu
- The day of the week
- Numbers
- Whether a minimum applies
Most vans have a minimum charge, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. Ask us what applies to your event.
What to tell us
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Try to include:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- A picture of where the van would go
- The date and time of the event
- Expected numbers
To get a price, fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
- 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