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Fish and chip van hire in Andwell, Hampshire
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 Andwell.
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Christmas parties
- Village fêtes and school fairs
Planning an event in Andwell?
Step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your event. The frying and serving are down to us. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Andwell, sunset is around 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, but by late December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- Show us where the van would go, and we will confirm it works.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Once the last portion is out, we pack up and go.
Getting ready for the day
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Leave room in front of the hatch for a queue
- Let us know the serving time
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Andwell, and we’ll check the date and send a price.
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How our fish and chip van hire works in Andwell
Because the cooking is in the van, the weather does not stop us. That makes it a safe bet for British events. For milestone birthday parties and christmas parties, we can cook curry sauce, gravy and mushy peas.
Somewhere as small as Andwell, a field, yard or drive is frequently the spot. Country lanes and long drives are fine if we know about them, and firm, dry ground is the key. We keep the menu short: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
About the food
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order.
Haddock and chips
Some people swear by haddock: a firmer flake and a sweeter taste. Ask us about offering haddock alongside or instead of cod.
A chip van compared with other options
A big takeaway order arrives late and lukewarm. The van cooks right there, so the batter is still crisp. Fish and chip van prices depend on the booking. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Bookings across Hampshire, including Andwell
- Something for guests to gather round
- A menu almost everyone likes
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
Towns and villages near Andwell
What else we do in Andwell
Before you choose a spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A spot near your guests
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A clear area by the serving hatch
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Popular choices
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Sausage and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Chips
- Pie and chips
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
Your questions about a fish and chip van in Andwell
Is Andwell too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and the ground.
How far is Andwell from London?
About 43 miles from central London, and well within our area.
How long are you on site?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Can you feed plenty of people?
It depends on numbers and timings. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
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.
Do you need power or water?
Let us know about power and water at the site in your enquiry, and we will say what we need.
Is fish and chips enough as a meal?
It can be. A portion of fish, chips and peas is a proper meal, and you can add your own cake or desserts.
Which fish do you use?
Tell us your preference when you book and we will confirm what we can offer.
Prices and what affects them
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- Parking and the way in
- Your choice of menu
- Whether a minimum applies
- Distance and any road charges
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- A photo of the space and the way in
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Expected numbers
- The venue or postcode
We only need a few details to quote: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can send us your details through our quote form.
Planners, venues and businesses
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will work through them with you.
Parks, greens and streets generally need permission for a catering van. Ask the council or landowner early.
Events we cater in Andwell
On a grey day, hot fish and chips wins, and the cooking carries on inside the van whatever the weather.
Whatever the occasion in Andwell, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. We are frequently booked for:
- Village fêtes and school fairs
- Company team days
- Big birthdays
- Festive get-togethers
Among the historic houses close to Andwell are The Vyne (4.2 miles north-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early.
Comparing caterers
- If the price includes VAT
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How allergens are handled
- How many hours the van serves
Planning for dietary needs
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Confirm allergies by email
- Count children separately
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
Tell people when the van opens.
A fish and chip van in Andwell: local details
Andwell is about 3 miles south-west of Hook, in Hampshire. Tell us where your event in Andwell will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We serve 683 places across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our bookings stretch from Andwell to Reading (13 miles away).
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Hook station, about 2.4 miles east. For a christening or celebration after a service at a church such as St Swithun's church, the van can serve at a hall or home nearby.
Wherever your event is in RG25, RG27 and RG24, we can fry fresh for your guests. Your event could be at a house on Greywell Road and Canal Reach, as long as there is somewhere for the van. Nearby, we also serve events in Mapledurwell (1 mile south), Water End (1 mile north-east), Old Basing (1 mile west), Lychpit (2 miles west) and Wildmoor (2 miles north). We also serve nearby towns such as Basingstoke (4 miles west), Farnborough (11 miles east), Fleet (8 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Festival Place (3.1 miles west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.2 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Dogmersfield Lake and The Mill Field.
- 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