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Fish and Chip Van Hire in Afton
From the smell of the fryers to the last chip in the paper, a fish and chip van makes the food a highlight of your event in Afton.
- Staff lunches and team days
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
- Christmas parties
Fish and chip van hire for Afton events
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Afton
Keep it simple, or plan every detail: a van that serves as people arrive, or service at a set time. We’ll recommend what fits. Whether it’s wakes and gatherings after a funeral and staff thank-you lunches, we will put together a menu of gravy, cod and chips and curry sauce.
In a small place like Afton, the van often parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm, dry ground is the key. You will know what’s included before booking: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed.
- Where
- Afton (PO40)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- Sides
- Curry sauce, mushy peas and gravy
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
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’s crisp.
Frying for a crowd at home isn’t a good idea: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties don’t mix. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
Where the van can park in Afton
Every site is different, so we’ll ask about yours before we confirm. In general, we need:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Access wide and high enough for the van
- A clear area by the serving hatch
For somewhere as remote as Afton, early notice helps us plan the trip.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
On the menu in Afton
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
- Pie and chips
- Gravy
Food your guests will love
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal, especially in winter.
Curry sauce
Some people won’t eat chips without curry sauce and it’s on the menu.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Access and parking
- The length of service
- The minimum booking
- Cod, haddock or both
Comparing vans? Look at what each quote includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
Getting an accurate quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your date and serving time
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Where you’d like the van to go
- Roughly how many people, including children
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
A fish and chip van or other catering?
If you want something everyone will enjoy, a fish and chip van is a safe and popular choice for your event in Afton. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A one-hour staff lunch is a different job from serving all afternoon at a fête. Your quote spells it all out.
What you get with us
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- Bookings across the Isle of Wight, including Afton
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to van hire costs.
Nearby places to Afton
What else we do in Afton
Step by step
Setting up takes a little while, because the oil has to come up to temperature, so we always arrive well ahead of your serving time. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Afton, it stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 4:05pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- Send us your date, numbers and address.
- We check access for the van and quote.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Fish goes into the batter and straight into the fryer, to order.
- Service is straight from the hatch, then we pack up.
How to prepare
- Make sure the van can get in
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Pick a flat, firm place for the van to park
How to get a price
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. For a quote, use our quote form.
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Perfect for your event in Afton
A van is food and an occasion in one. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
We can help if you’re planning any of the following:
- Community events and fairs
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Garden parties and summer get-togethers
- Festive get-togethers
For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as St. Agnes' Church, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
Before you book anyone
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- When payment is due
- When final numbers are due
- Travel, tolls and road charges
A fish and chip van in Afton: local details
Afton is about 6 miles south of Lymington, in the Isle of Wight. Around Afton, we park wherever there is level, firm ground. Afton is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 18 miles away.
For a fundraiser at a school like All Saints Church of England Primary School, the van can trade from a pitch agreed with the school. Among the historic houses close to Afton are Mottistone Manor (3.9 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit vehicles, so ask early if you’re booking one. Afton is within about 2 miles of the sea, and fish and chips always feels right near the sea. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
Here we cover the PO40 postcode area, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. That could mean an event at a home on Bay Road, Afton Road and Manor Road, as long as there is somewhere for the van. We also bring the van to events in Afton Park (1 mile east), Easton (1 mile west), Freshwater (1 mile north-west), Norton Green (1 mile north) and Colwell (1 mile north-west). We also serve nearby towns such as Newport (9 miles east), Ryde (15 miles east), Cowes (10 miles north-east), Sandown (15 miles east), Shanklin (15 miles east) and Ventnor (14 miles south-east). Some remote sites need extra planning, so ask early about your event.
Nearby you will also find Medina (1.5 miles west) and Yarmouth Castle (2.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Afton Down and Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes Nature Reserve.
- Pubs nearby include The Red Lion pub (0.7 miles north)
Allergies and dietary needs
We need to know about dietary needs and allergies in advance, and we will be straight with you about what’s possible. To get it right:
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
- Let us know numbers for vegetarians and vegans
- Put allergy details in writing
You shouldn’t have to worry about the food on the day. We park, set up, fry and serve, and stay in touch about any changes.
Plan cover near the hatch if rain is possible.
Afton questions
We’re gathering after a service at St. Agnes' Church: can you come?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Send us the address.
Is Afton too small for a chip van?
No, we come to small places too. Let us know about access and parking.
Can you serve children?
Yes. Children generally love sausage and chips. Include children in your numbers.
Is the fish gluten-free?
Our battered fish contains gluten, because standard batter uses wheat flour. Tell us about coeliac guests when you enquire, and we’ll tell you honestly what we can offer.
When do you arrive?
We arrive well before service to park and heat the fryers. We will agree arrival and serving times with you.
Is it a full meal?
Fish and chips is a meal in itself. You can add your own desserts if you like.
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 will be honest about what’s possible.
Is everything cooked fresh?
Yes, always. Everything is fried fresh in the van, then handed over hot from the hatch.
- 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