Hampshire · England
Fish and Chip Van Hire for Farleigh Wallop events
From the first sizzle in the fryer to the last chip, a fish and chip van turns food into part of your event in Farleigh Wallop.
- Milestone birthday parties
- Company team days
- Evening wedding food
Fish and chip van hire for Farleigh Wallop events
Bringing the van to Farleigh Wallop
Farleigh Wallop is about 3 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Bookings in Farleigh Wallop come in all shapes and sizes, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We serve all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our bookings stretch from Farleigh Wallop to Reading (17 miles away).
Churches such as Church of St. Andrew rarely have room for a van, but a hall or home close by normally does. PTAs at schools such as Brighton Hill Community School frequently look for a hot-food stall for fairs and sports days.
Events anywhere in RG25 start with a parking spot for the van. Local streets include The Avenue and Grammarsham Lane; an event on any of them works well with a drive or nearby car park. We also bring the van to events in Hatch Warren (1 mile north), Dummer (2 miles west), Kempshott (2 miles north-west), Brighton Hill (2 miles north) and South Ham (3 miles north). Further out, we also take the van to Basingstoke (3 miles north), Winchester (14 miles south-west), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (8 miles south-east) and Yateley (15 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Basing House (4.4 miles north-east) and Festival Place (3.6 miles north). Within reach you’ll find The Mill Field and Farleigh Hill.
About our fish and chip van hire in Farleigh Wallop
Hiring a fish and chip van brings the chip shop to your door. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray. We are frequently asked to cater staff lunches and team days and festive get-togethers, with gravy, curry sauce and haddock and chips.
In a small place like Farleigh Wallop, the van often parks on a farm track, a field or a drive. Tell us about narrow lanes or long drives and we will plan for them, and firm, dry ground is the key. The fryers are in the van, so the cooking happens right there at your event, and the food reaches them hot and crisp.
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A chip van compared with other options
Ordering a takeaway for a crowd means long waits and food that cools on the journey. The van cooks right there, so the batter is still crisp. Larger groups usually cost less per head, since the van and set-up are much the same for any size. Give us your numbers and we will quote.
Why Farleigh Wallop hosts choose us
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A quote that spells everything out
- Nothing for you to cook or clear
- A van that becomes part of the event
Planning the van’s spot
The van has to be able to get in and park safely, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- A level, firm spot the van can drive onto
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
On the menu in Farleigh Wallop
- Pie and chips
- Mushy peas
- Haddock and chips
- Curry sauce
- Chips
- Cod and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Gravy
DIY versus a fish and chip van
DIY food keeps costs down, but the host spends the event serving. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
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.
Occasions we serve in Farleigh Wallop
It needs no kitchen, so it’s at home in car parks, yards and fields where plated meals are hard.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Farleigh Wallop and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Gatherings after a funeral
- Work Christmas parties
- Visits to care homes and day centres
- Evening wedding food
If guests are travelling by rail, Basingstoke station is about 3.7 miles away.
What your quote should include
- How many hours the van serves
- Payment terms and deposit
- If the price includes VAT
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
Allergies and dietary needs
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. Here are a few tips:
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- A short menu helps everyone
- Plan something for guests whose needs we cannot meet
- Mention any vegetarian or vegan guests
On the day, you shouldn’t have to think about the food. We park, set up, fry and serve, and keep in touch with you about timings.
Bunting or festoon lights around the van make it part of the decorations.
Organising for someone else?
For larger numbers, tell us how long you have for food, so we can plan how to keep the queue short. Staggering groups helps a lot.
If your event is in a public place, such as a park or a street, check what permission you need first. Ask the council or landowner early.
Food your guests will love
Pie and chips
Pie and chips is hearty and filling, and it is a favourite in colder months.
Gravy
Gravy brings a bit of warmth to the meal.
How it works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, park the van and get the fryers going. Your guests can wander over to the hatch once service starts. Evening events need a little planning for light: around Farleigh Wallop, it stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, but by late December it is dark by about 4:00pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
- First, the plan: what, where and what time.
- You hear back on the date and the price.
- The van’s spot is fixed in advance, and how it gets in.
- Batter, fish and chips all go into the fryer as people come up.
- We leave the spot as we found it.
Before we arrive
- Get permission for the van from the venue
- Think about a gazebo by the van in case of rain
- Tell us when you want to eat
Get a quote
Every booking is quoted individually, based on your numbers, timings and travel. To ask for one, use our quote form.
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Common questions in Farleigh Wallop
What’s the nearest station to Farleigh Wallop?
Basingstoke station, about 3.7 miles north of the centre.
We are gathering after a service at Church of St. Andrew: can you come?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby where the van can park. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is usually elsewhere. Tell us where you will gather.
What happens when we hire the van?
The van parks at your venue, we fry fresh and serve from the hatch.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Tell us your numbers and how long you have for food, and we’ll plan to keep the queue moving.
What areas do you cover?
London and South East England: Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight.
Do we need to provide anything?
A suitable spot for the van and permission to park there. Mention any power or water available and we will take it from there.
How do you handle allergies?
We provide allergen information for everything we serve. Battered fish contains fish and, in standard batter, gluten. Tell us about allergies in advance.
Is it a full meal?
It’s a full meal on its own. Many hosts add their own desserts or cake.
- 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