Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van for Events in Welborne
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van for your event turns food into part of your event in Welborne.
- Summer fairs
- Charity fundraisers and community events
- Community festivals
Fresh fish and chips in Welborne
Fish and chip van for events for your event in Welborne
Fêtes, school fairs, festivals and shows all suit a chip van, from small community events to bigger crowds. We serve cod and chips, curry sauce and sausage and chips, and typical bookings are for crew and volunteer catering and fish and chip supper nights.
For a village fête or field event near Welborne, a chip van brings hot food to a rural site. Ground and access matter, so tell us about them. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the service time and the menu.
The menu, dish by dish
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Curry sauce
Some people will not eat chips without curry sauce, so we bring it along.
Places near Welborne
Also in Welborne
Running an event in Welborne
Welborne is about 2 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. In and around Welborne, the van can serve from a drive, a yard, a car park or a firm field. We take the van to all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 9 miles away.
PTAs at schools such as The Henry Cort Community College frequently want one reliable hot-food stall. Church fêtes, at churches such as Church of St Francis, are a natural home for a chip van. 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.
Here we cover the PO17 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. For events just outside Welborne, we cover Crockerhill (1 mile east), Wickham Common (1 mile north-east), North Fareham (1 mile south-east), Hundred Acres (2 miles north-east) and Fareham (2 miles south). We also serve nearby towns such as Winchester (13 miles north-west), Gosport (6 miles south), Havant (9 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Horndean (8 miles east) and Totton (14 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Carron Row Farm Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Portchester Castle (4.5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Welborne include Portsdown Hill and Swanwick Lakes.
- Pubs nearby include The Miners Arms (0.9 miles south-west)
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Agree the terms in writing
- Offer a choice of traders where you can
- Agree who removes waste
- Tell us about the pitch
We set up before visitors arrive.
A spot near the entrance or main ring works well.
Step by step
Rain does not stop the fryers, because the cooking happens inside the van. Visitors will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch. December events in Welborne lose the light at about 4:00pm, so we need a lit pitch; in late May there’s light until about 8:55pm.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- 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
- Share the timings for the day
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Planning help
Welborne: your questions answered
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
How far is Welborne from London?
About 64 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll be honest about what’s possible.
What does it cost to hire the van?
It depends on numbers, the menu, how long we serve and travel. Tell us about your event and we’ll send a quote.
What do we need to supply?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Tell us whether there is power or water nearby and we will confirm the rest.
Is the food cooked at the event?
It is. The fryers are in the van, so food is cooked there and then, not cooked earlier and kept warm.
Can you serve children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Let us know numbers, and we’ll include them in the plan.
Is grass a problem?
That depends on the weather and the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and we will advise.
Working with your venue
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, a facilities manager or an organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan service to match. Sending people up in groups helps.
Takeaway run or book a van?
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. With a van, it’s fried on the spot.
Frying for a crowd at home is not a good idea: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
What the van needs
If a spot is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A back-up spot if the ground is soft
- Agreement from the site for a catering van
- Vehicle access before the gates open and after they close
Not sure about the spot? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What affects the price in Welborne
Every booking is priced individually, and the price depends on a few things:
- How far we travel
- The minimum booking
- Cod, haddock or both
- The number of meals
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest how to make it work. Keeping the menu short is generally the best value.
What to tell us
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- The address or venue name
- The date and time of the event
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Welborne, and we will check the date and send a price.
Occasions we serve in Welborne
It suits almost every visitor.
Whatever the occasion in Welborne, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We regularly serve:
- Music and food festivals
- Horse and dog shows
- Sports club events and race days
- Fundraisers
For anyone arriving by train, the closest railway station is Fareham station, roughly 1.9 miles south of the centre.
Before you book anyone
- How many hours the van serves
- Any minimum charge
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Whether VAT is included
- 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