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Fish and chip van hire in Drayton, Portsmouth
Something for almost everyone: cod or haddock in batter, chips, sausages and pies, plus mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side. Book a fish and chip van in Drayton.
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Festive get-togethers
- Big birthdays
A chip van near Drayton
A closer look at the menu
Mushy peas
No fish and chips is complete without mushy peas for many people.
Haddock and chips
Haddock is a little sweeter than cod, with a finer, firmer flake. It’s the traditional favourite in Scotland and much of the north.
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Drayton
A fish and chip van works almost anywhere the van can park: a drive, a car park, a yard, a showground or a firm lawn in and around Drayton. For community events and fairs and visits to care homes and day centres, we can cook haddock and chips, sausage and chips and pie and chips for your guests.
A place like Drayton frequently has a hall, a club or a pub car park nearby; the van can work at any of them, with permission. The menu is short on purpose: fewer choices means fresher food and shorter queues.
- Location
- Drayton (PO6)
- Area hub
- Portsmouth
- From the fryer
- Cod, haddock, chips, sausages, pies
- Extras
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Space, access and the venue
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- A lit spot if service runs after dark
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
On the menu in Drayton
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Mushy peas
- Gravy
- Chips
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Add an allergy question to your invitations
- Put bins and napkins by the van
- Keep the menu short to keep the queue moving
- Plan something for guests whose needs we can’t meet
Fish and chips is best eaten right away, so we fry to order as the queue moves.
Let everyone know when the food is ready, so they don’t miss out.
Step by step
We get there well before service, park the van and get the fryers going. Your guests can wander over to the hatch as soon as we open. Around midsummer it stays light in Drayton until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:10pm, so summer evening service is normally in daylight. In December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter events need lighting by the van.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- We park, open the hatch and start frying for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Preparing for the day
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Name one person we can call on the day
Get a quote
Each quote is put together for your event. Give us your date first, and we’ll check availability right away.
Planning help
Other occasions in Drayton
Is a fish and chip van right for your event?
A cold buffet is simple, but food sits out, and nothing’s hot on a cool evening. Fish and chips is fried to order and served hot. Most vans have a minimum charge, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- All the chip-shop extras
- The queue at the hatch gets people talking
See how we price and the cost guide.
For event organisers in Drayton
For big groups, the service window matters, so we can plan service to match. Staggering groups helps a lot.
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
How we price a fish and chip van
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How long we serve
- How many people are eating
- Whether a minimum applies
- Your choice of menu
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: hours, menu, travel, minimum charge and VAT. We set ours out clearly.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- Where the van would park
- A photo of the space and the way in
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
We quote for each event separately, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Drayton?
People book a chip van because it is food and a bit of fun at once. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and generous.
These are some of the bookings we take around Drayton:
- Staff thank-you lunches
- Fish and chip days at care homes
- Wakes and gatherings after a funeral
- Fêtes, fairs and school events
PTAs at schools such as Springfield School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
What your quote should include
- What the van needs: space, access, power
- Whether there is a minimum
- Payment terms and deposit
- The deadline for final numbers
Bringing the van to Drayton
Drayton is about 2 miles south of Purbrook, in Portsmouth. Bookings in Drayton come in all shapes and sizes, but it always starts the same way: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We cover 19 places across Portsmouth. We serve events right across the region, from Drayton to Southampton (about 16 miles away).
Within reach of Drayton are historic houses such as Warblington Castle (3.4 miles east). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before you book. If guests are travelling by rail, the nearest station is Cosham station, about 1 mile west. Drayton is within about 5 miles of the sea, so fish and chips feels right at home here. Sea breezes can be strong, so we think about where the queue will stand.
Here we cover the PO6 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. We can serve an event on streets such as Galt Road, Hirst Road and Court Lane, as long as there’s somewhere for the van. For events just outside Drayton, we cover Farlington (1 mile east), Widley (1 mile north), Cosham (1 mile west), Wymering (1 mile west) and Hilsea (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also take the van to Portsmouth (3 miles south-west), Southsea (4 miles south), Milton (4 miles south), Landport (3 miles south-west), Baffins (3 miles south) and Rudmore (3 miles south-west).
Nearby you will also find Portchester Castle (3.1 miles west) and World War I Remembrance Centre (1 mile south). Open spaces near Drayton include Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Solent Junior School (under half a mile north-east)
- Pubs nearby include New Inn (less than half a mile north-west)
Drayton: your questions answered
How far is Drayton from London?
Roughly 61 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, of course. Wind does not affect the fryers, but plan a sheltered spot for the queue.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Let us know what the ground is like, and send a photo if you can.
Do we need to provide equipment?
All the cooking happens in the van. Tell us about power, water and bins at the site and we’ll confirm what we need.
What can guests choose from?
Fish and chips, of course, plus sausage or pie and chips. Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy go on the side.
Can you feed plenty of people?
It depends on numbers and timings. A short menu and staggered groups keep things moving.
How long will the queue be?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we’ll plan service around it.
Is there a non-fish option?
We serve sausages and pies as well as fish. Tell us about other diets and we will be honest about what’s possible.
- 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