Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire in Dunbridge
We bring a fish and chip van across Dunbridge and Hampshire, frying fresh at your venue and serving from the hatch.
- Company team days
- Care home visits
- Wakes and celebrations of life
Planning an event in Dunbridge?
Fish and chip van hire for your event in Dunbridge
Queuing at the hatch is half the experience. People chat, the smell drifts across, and the food arrives hot. For village fêtes and school fairs and garden parties and summer get-togethers, we can cook cod and chips, pie and chips and sausage and chips and more.
For a rural spot like Dunbridge, the setting does plenty of the work. Let us know about access and ground conditions. We keep the menu short: a few classics done properly keeps the food fresh and the queue moving.
Planning the van’s spot
A good parking spot makes the whole thing easier. We look for:
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- Room in front of the hatch for a queue
Not sure about the spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Gravy
- Chips
- Mushy peas
- Cod and chips
- Curry sauce
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
Nearby places to Dunbridge
More for events in Dunbridge
A fish and chip van or other catering?
A plated meal needs a kitchen, more staff and normally costs more per head. A fish and chip van needs a level spot and permission to park, and the food is cooked to order. Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. Ask us what applies to your event.
Why book our van in Dunbridge
- Rain doesn’t stop the fryers
- Classic food your guests already know
- Hot food handed straight over
- No kitchen, no crockery, no washing up
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
For planners, venues and organisers
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Hosting at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
What happens on the day
Service is quick: food goes from the fryer to the hatch. When service is finished, we pack up and leave the pitch tidy. Light matters for evening service: around Dunbridge, it stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, while in December the light goes at about 4:00pm.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A picture of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- A week or so before, we confirm timings and numbers.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Have a level parking spot ready
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the parking spot, access, numbers and serving time. A picture of the spot helps too. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
Read more
Common questions in Dunbridge
Is Dunbridge close to London?
About 70 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
What’s the nearest station to Dunbridge?
Dunbridge has its own station: Mottisfont & Dunbridge station.
Can we choose cod or haddock?
Tell us your preference when you book and we will confirm what we can offer.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We take the van and everything with it, and leave the spot tidy. Bins for guests are worth planning.
Do you have allergen information?
Tell us about allergies when you book, and we will tell you what’s in each item and what we can offer.
How does fish and chip van hire work?
The van comes to you, fry everything to order, and serve when you are ready to eat.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Often, if the ground is firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so plan a back-up spot.
How long does set-up take?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
Why choose fish and chip van hire in Dunbridge?
A van is food and an occasion in one. The van becomes a focal point, and the food is hot and plentiful.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. In Dunbridge, people book us for occasions like:
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Staff lunches and team days
- Garden get-togethers
- Christmas parties
For guests coming by train, Dunbridge has its own station, Mottisfont & Dunbridge station.
Comparing caterers
- What happens if plans change
- The deposit and payment dates
- The van’s size and access needs
- The service time, and the cost of running over
Dunbridge: venues, parking and local tips
Dunbridge is about 4 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. For an event in Dunbridge, we can park on a drive, a car park, a yard or firm, dry grass in and around Dunbridge. Dunbridge is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 10 miles away.
If you’re organising a summer fair for a school like Awbridge Primary School, a chip van is a crowd-pleaser. Within reach of Dunbridge are historic houses such as Mottisfont Abbey (0.7 miles north-east). Estates like these tend to have strict rules for vans, so check before booking.
This part of Hampshire takes in SO51, and we can serve your event anywhere in it. Nearby, we also serve events in Mottisfont (1 mile north-east), Kimbridge (1 mile south-east), Stonymarsh (1 mile north-east), Carter's Clay (1 mile south-west) and Lockerley (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (10 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south-east) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Romsey Community Hospital (3.9 miles south-east) and King Johns House (3.5 miles south-east).
- Pubs nearby include The Bear And Ragged Staff Public House (0.9 miles east)
Cannot we just order from the chip shop?
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: hot oil and a busy party are a bad combination. Leave the frying to a van built for it.
If you do order from a chip shop, ring well ahead and collect as close to eating time as you can. For anything more than a handful of people, a van is generally the easier option.
What affects the price in Dunbridge
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- Peak dates such as summer Saturdays
- How many people are eating
- Your choice of menu
- How far we travel
Dates make a difference: peak summer weekends and Christmas party Fridays book up first. It is worth asking early.
What we need to know
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- The venue or postcode
- Anything awkward about the way in
- Allergies and diets you know about
- Where you’d like the van to go
Thinking about a fish and chip van for your event in Dunbridge? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a clear price. Just use our quote form.
Diets, allergies and planning
Allergies are taken seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Let us know if anyone has coeliac disease
- Send allergies to us in writing
- Tell us about vegetarian and vegan guests early
- Collect allergies with your RSVPs
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.
Tables or benches nearby help people eat comfortably.
- 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